A pro wrestling event streamed on Kick on August 23, 2025, turned chaotic when Raja Jackson, son of UFC legend Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, seriously injured wrestler Stewart “Syko Stu” Smith. What was meant to be a scripted moment spiraled out of control, leaving Smith unconscious and hospitalized after Raja’s excessive strikes. Jackson issued a heartfelt apology, explaining the misunderstanding that led to the incident and expressing concern for both fighters’ well-being.
Details of the Incident
The incident occurred during a live Kick wrestling show. According to posts on X, Raja, a 25-year-old MMA fighter, was invited to participate in a scripted segment with Smith, a seasoned pro wrestler. Moments before Smith’s match, he reportedly struck Raja on the side of the head, an action not clearly part of the planned performance. Organizers then told Raja he could “pay back” Smith in the ring, leading him to believe he was allowed to retaliate for real.
Raja entered the ring, slammed Smith to the mat, and knocked him unconscious. Instead of stopping, he delivered 22 heavy punches, far exceeding the scripted plan. The referee and ringside officials halted the event as Smith lay motionless. He was rushed to a hospital, where initial reports suggested severe injuries, with some outlets claiming he briefly “flatlined” during transport. Later updates confirmed Smith is awake and stable, though his recovery timeline remains unclear.
Syko Stu thought Raja Jackson was a wrestler, and was setting up a story line. He apologised and they talked it out.
Raja Jackson proceeded to hit this man with 22 unanswered shots until blood came from his ears. Lock him up
Why cant this shit not just be figured out in a 1vs1… pic.twitter.com/ZhCaVIKdlC
— Seargeant Blunt (MLG Arc) (@SgtBlunt420) August 24, 2025
Rampage Jackson son Raja the moment he found out the wrestler he knocked out hasn’t woke up and moved pic.twitter.com/Fbbw1SWhxt
— Akademiks TV (@AkademiksTV) August 24, 2025
Another video has surfaced were the refs try to help the veteran Wrestler who was beat up by Raja Jackson . Praying for him pic.twitter.com/1oCFVP5Ahk
— Ace (@ihyAcexx) August 24, 2025
Quinton Jackson’s Statement
Jackson addressed the incident on X, saying:
“I want to clear up the misinformation about my son Raja. I’ve been confirmed that the wrestler (Stewart Smith aka Syko Stu) is awake and stable. Raja was unexpectedly hit in the side of the head by him moments before Smith’s match, Raja was told that he could get his ‘payback’ in the ring, I thought it was part of the show.”
He continued, “It was bad judgment, and a work that went wrong. Raja is an MMA fighter not a pro wrestler and had no business involved in an event like this. I don’t condone my son’s actions AT ALL! He suffered a concussion from sparring only days ago and had no business doing anything remotely close to physical contact.”
I want to clear up the misinformation about my son Raja. I’ve been confirmed that the wrestler ( Stewart Smith aka Syko Stu) is awake and stable. Raja was unexpectedly hit in the side of the head by him moments before Smith’s match, Raja was told that he could get his “payback”in…
— Rampage Jackson (@Rampage4real) August 24, 2025
Jackson added, “As a father, I’m deeply concerned with his health AND the well being of Mr. Smith. That being said I’m very upset that any of this happened, but my main concern now is that Mr. Smith will make a speedy recovery. I apologize on his behalf and to KICK for the situation.”
Raja Jackson, nicknamed “da Clone” for his resemblance to his father’s fighting style, is an up-and-coming MMA fighter. He turned pro in 2023 after a 4-0 amateur record, with three finishes, including a first-round TKO over Hastings McMillan at United Fight League 2 in May 2023. His amateur wins include a submission against Malique Lee in 2022 and a decision over Kendall Morris at Global Legion FC 22. His only pro loss was a unanimous decision to Steve Collins at UFL 3 in August 2023. Trained by Rampage and UFC veteran Antonio McKee, Raja’s powerful slams mirror his father’s, but his recent concussion, noted by Jackson, raises concerns about his involvement in the Kick event.
