ROH Provides An Update On The Title Tournament

“Emotions were running high last Saturday.” stated Nigel McGuinness, “BJ Whitmer is not only a great competitor that is very important to ROH but he is also a close friend. I have spoken with BJ every day since the incident and he is progressing daily. It could have been much worse as professional wrestling is a very dangerous sport and unfortunately these incredible athletes suffer serious injuries from time to time. After putting my emotions aside for the sake of business, my decision is that Michael Bennett has officially been declared the winner due to BJ not being able to continue and as such, will advance in the tournament to the next round. In addition, to ensure an impartial contest in NYC, Maria Kanellis will be banned from ringside. We all wish BJ a speedy recovery and we will continue to update you on his progress.”

When reached for comments Michael Bennett had this to say:

“I never went into the match wanting this to happen.” explained Bennett, “I went into this match to win, I went into this match with the ultimate goal of attaining the ROH World Championship. And if I may put my remorse aside, like Maria said to Nigel McGuinness, I was the last man standing therefore I should advance. I am upset that BJ is injured. I feel for him and his family but with all due respect, if he’s hurt then he’s hurt. I am still standing. I will move on and become the next ROH World Champion.”