Raja Jackson’s Live Wrestling Attack Sparks Shock Across MMA World

In a highly questionable situation that horrified viewers, Raja Jackson, the son of UFC icon Quinton "Rampage" Jackson, violently attacked wrestler Syko Stu on a live KnokX Pro Wrestling show in California. The assault was not pre-planned entertainment and prompted serious backlash.

A Planned Show Turns into Real Violence

Raja, a professional MMA fighter, entered the ring mid-match and forcefully slammed Syko Stu onto the mat. It was revealed that he then threw more than 20 punches at the defenseless wrestler, who appeared unconscious. Although this was initially billed as part of the performance, witnesses and organizers later confirmed that Raja’s behavior was not scripted.

• Before the match, Syko Stu accidentally struck Raja with a beer can during a backstage moment.

• Raja seemed to interpret this as disrespect and later retaliated—believing it was part of the agreed stunt.

• The intensity of his response shocked onlookers; the attack deviated drastically from the show’s intended flow.

KnokX Pro Wrestling promptly condemned the action, calling it "selfish" and "irresponsible," and stating it was the worst incident they had ever witnessed in their 17 years of operations.

Rampage Jackson Responds as the Wrestling World Reacts

Quinton Jackson, appearing stunned, distanced himself from the incident. He explained that Raja had recently sustained a concussion and was unfit for such events. Rampage confirmed that Syko Stu is “awake and stable” in hospital and extended apologies on his son's behalf.

The wrestling and MMA communities responded with shock. Industry voices stressed the need for better safety protocols and urged promoters to clearly differentiate performance from real altercations.

Raja Jackson was NOT meant to slam or punch that man 22 times

This wasn’t apart of the script and may have cost a man his life. pic.twitter.com/kpp3yuh8xt

— MMA Andy (@MMAAndyx) August 24, 2025

Conclusion

What began as a performance turned into a violent assault that exposed dangerous gaps between expectation and reality in live wrestling. Raja Jackson’s actions have shone a spotlight on athlete readiness, mental state, and the importance of clear communication in high-energy shows. The repercussions—both legal and reputational—are likely to shape how athletes and promotions collaborate in the future to keep entertainment from crossing into harm.