In a deeply troubling incident that has reverberated through the worlds of MMA and professional wrestling, Quinton “Rampage” Jackson—legendary former UFC light heavyweight champion—has issued a public statement after his son, Raja Jackson, allegedly carried out a near-fatal attack on independent pro wrestler Syko Stu during a live event.
The Incident that Shocked Fans
On August 23, 2025, at a KnokX Pro Wrestling event in Los Angeles, Raja Jackson stormed the ring mid-match and violently attacked Stuart “Syko Stu” Smith. Video footage, streamed live on Kick, shows Raja body-slamming Smith and unleashing over 20 punches to his head—even after Smith was motionless. The attack resulted in serious injuries: facial fractures, missing teeth, and unconsciousness, necessitating hospitalization.
The reasonable assumption that the altercation was a staged part of the show—known in wrestling as a “work”—was upended when Raja’s actions turned decidedly real and unrelenting. The spectacle, intended as performance, devolved into an alarmingly violent assault. KnokX’s organizers denounced the attack as “selfish” and “irresponsible,” apologizing to fans and patrons for the unprecedented event in their 17-year history.
A Father’s Mea Culpa
In the aftermath, Rampage Jackson took to social media (X) to “clear up the misinformation,” stating that Syko Stu was confirmed to be “awake and stable,” aiming to dispel rumors of a fatality. He added that Raja had suffered a recent concussion from sparring, warning that he “had no business doing anything remotely close to physical contact”—much less involvement in a sports entertainment scenario..
Expressing regret and concern, Rampage wrote: “I don’t condone my son’s actions AT ALL! … As a father, I’m deeply concerned with his health AND the well-being of Mr. Smith. … My main concern now is that Mr. Smith will make a speedy recovery. I apologize on his behalf and to KICK for the situation.”
Broader Fallout and Repercussions
The violent episode has triggered investigations by the Los Angeles Police Department, with law enforcement probing whether criminal charges are warranted. Raja has since been banned from KnokX Pro events and from the Kick streaming platform, which removed his access following the assault.
Public reaction has been swift and fierce. Combat sports figures and everyday fans alike have condemned the brutality. Among the voices of dissent, boxing star Ryan Garcia denounced the attack in no uncertain terms.
Meanwhile, in an unexpected twist of compassion, YouTube sensation MrBeast stepped forward to offer financial support for Syko Stu’s medical costs. He reached out on social media, urging anyone connected to the wrestler to facilitate the assistance
Moving forward, the most urgent concern remains Syko Stu’s recovery—a reminder of how rapidly entertainment can turn into tragedy when boundaries are blurred.
