Bill Pritchard covers all things All Elite Wrestling (AEW) including results, live coverage and special features. Recently in AEW, Dr. Britt Baker, DMD was suspended by the company. This led to confusion on the part of fans who wondered where she was but it has since been confirmed by the Wrestling Observer Newsletter that Baker served a one-month suspension and received a fine from AEW.
The incident that led to the suspension
The root of the issue traces back to July 17, when Baker allegedly made comments about MJF and his girlfriend, AEW interviewer Alicia Atout. Atout reportedly overheard the remarks and relayed them to MJF, prompting a confrontation. AEW’s human resources department quickly intervened, conducting an investigation that began on July 24. The disciplinary committee ultimately decided on a punishment for Baker.
Baker’s reaction to the suspension
Contrary to expectations that Baker might lash out against AEW and its president Tony Khan, she seemed unbothered by the suspension. Baker posted a photo of herself having fun at the beach on her X profile with the message “Life is great at the beach. 🏖️.” The image displayed her calm and joyful, appearing unfazed by the recent happenings.
Support from the locker room
Despite the controversy, it appears that Baker has significant support within the AEW locker room. According to Dave Meltzer’s report, many of those interviewed during the investigation sided with Baker. The situation seems to stem from unresolved past issues rather than any current wrongdoing on Baker’s part.
“Life’s a beach. 🏖️”
Life’s a beach. 🏖️ pic.twitter.com/GISQdzv9Lj
— Dr. Britt Baker, D.M.D. (@RealBrittBaker) August 3, 2024
A closer look at the altercation
The argument occurred in the AEW women’s locker room, with Baker expressing her annoyance towards MJF while Atout was there. This led MJF to confront Baker directly, causing a heated exchange. At one point, Baker reportedly suggested kicking Atout out of the locker room for relaying the information to MJF. The situation escalated further when Will Ospreay became involved, conversing with Baker amidst the tension.
Aftermath and implications
The fallout from the incident included MJF injuring his hand after striking a wall in anger, requiring additional bandaging before his match against Will Ospreay on Dynamite. The suspension and ensuing drama have divided opinions within AEW, with some wrestlers feeling the matter should have been considered “water under the bridge” given its origin in past grievances.
The duration of the suspension
Baker’s suspension, confirmed on July 24, was said to last for one to two weeks. Given the timeline, she may no longer be under suspension or is on the verge of returning to AEW programming. As of now, neither Baker nor AEW has made any public statements regarding the suspension or its resolution.
Looking forward
Britt Baker’s suspension and its circumstances have sparked debate among fans and wrestlers alike. The situation highlights the ongoing tensions and complexities within the AEW locker room. As the dust settles, the focus will likely shift back to the ring, where Baker’s return is anticipated with great interest.
The AEW community is left to ponder whether the suspension of Britt Baker was the right move. As more details come to light and the suspension period concludes, fans and insiders alike are eager to see how Baker’s storyline unfolds. What are your thoughts on AEW’s decision? Share your opinions in the comments below.
