Shock Betrayal After Huge Return: Will Ospreay Reacts to Jeff Cobb Attack

Will Ospreay has reacted to a shocking betrayal involving his former stable, the United Empire, following the latest G1 Climax 36 event at Ryogoku Kokugikan.

Ospreay was previously the leader of the United Empire during his time in New Japan Pro Wrestling. Although he is now a major AEW star and is scheduled to challenge Kenny Omega for the AEW World Championship at All In: London, his connection with the faction remains a major talking point.

Jeff Cobb Makes Shocking Return and Betrays Callum Newman

Callum Newman recently represented the United Empire in the G1 Climax 36 semi-final, where he suffered a defeat against Ryohei Oiwa.

After the match, Jeff Cobb, formerly known as JC Mateo during his WWE run, made his surprise return to New Japan Pro Wrestling following an absence of around one year.

Cobb’s return initially appeared to set up a reunion with Newman and the United Empire. However, the situation took a completely different turn when Cobb attacked Newman and instead aligned himself with Unbound Co.

The shocking betrayal immediately drew attention from Ospreay, who took to X to send a message to his former protege.

Ospreay wrote: “Seems you’ve got a big problem on your hands @PrinceofpaceCN.”

Will Ospreay’s Relationship With United Empire Has Deteriorated

Ospreay’s relationship with the United Empire has become increasingly complicated over the past few months. The AEW star previously reunited with the faction while dealing with his rivalry against Jon Moxley and the Death Riders.

However, Newman eventually became suspicious of Ospreay’s association with Moxley. He even began referring to Ospreay as “Death Rider Billy”, highlighting the growing tension between the two.

Ospreay later joined Moxley’s Death Riders following Forbidden Door, further damaging his relationship with members of the United Empire.

What Happened Between Ospreay and United Empire?

Ospreay originally established himself as the leader of the United Empire in NJPW and became one of the faction’s most prominent figures. His move to AEW changed his position within the group, but his influence remained significant.

Earlier this year, Ospreay reunited with the faction during his feud with Moxley. The United Empire helped him fight against the Death Riders, creating hopes that the former leader could once again work closely with his old allies.

Those hopes eventually faded after Ospreay developed a closer relationship with Moxley. Newman subsequently lost trust in Ospreay, creating a rift that has continued to grow.

Ospreay Has Major AEW World Championship Match Ahead

While the situation surrounding United Empire continues to develop, Ospreay has a major challenge waiting for him in AEW.

The Aerial Assassin is scheduled to main event All In: London against Kenny Omega with the AEW World Championship on the line. The match could become one of the biggest moments of Ospreay’s AEW career.

For now, Ospreay appears to be keeping an eye on developments involving Newman and the United Empire. Cobb’s shocking betrayal could potentially change the balance of power within the faction and create another major storyline involving Ospreay in the future.

Newman’s response to Cobb’s betrayal and Ospreay’s message could determine what happens next for the United Empire.