Fans Question Rob Van Dam for Backing Raja Jackson After Brutal Syko Stu Assault

The pro wrestling world is still reeling from the brutal real-life attack on Syko Stu at a KnokX Pro event—and now Rob Van Dam is stepping into the fire with a statement that’s raising eyebrows across the industry.

After it was revealed that Syko Stu, real name Stuart Smith, suffered broken facial bones and significant dental damage from the beatdown by Raja Jackson, Van Dam posted on Twitter in defense of Jackson. Without offering details, the WWE Hall of Famer made it clear he was siding with the attacker.

“So far, I got Raja’s back. Looking forward to talking about it tomorrow on my podcast. 🤘”

The statement didn’t sit well with fans—and the replies were a mix of confusion, disbelief, and flat-out anger. One user couldn’t believe Van Dam’s take, especially considering the graphic nature of the beatdown, and responded:

“You can’t be serious about this.”

Another follower suggested that Van Dam’s judgment may have been impaired when writing the tweet:

“Bro, think you might’ve had a bit too much this time.”

Others were more direct in their disbelief, questioning whether Van Dam was just trolling for attention:

“Probably not a good angle to clickbait man.”

Some fans even questioned his mental state, invoking concerns about long-term damage from his in-ring career:

“That CTE kicking in big time tf.”

And then there were those who simply couldn’t wrap their heads around the post at all:

“Dafuq?”

This online backlash comes after video footage showed Raja Jackson—son of MMA star Rampage Jackson—storming the ring and launching a real, unscripted assault on Syko Stu, who was later hospitalized. Additional backstage footage showed KnokX Pro figure AJ Mana instructing Raja to attack, saying it was time to “give him his f**king receipt.” LAPD is now involved, and WWE is internally reviewing the situation due to KnokX Pro’s past affiliations with the company.

While Syko Stu is now conscious and speaking as of August 24, his injuries include broken bones in his face and the loss of multiple teeth. Doug Malo, one of the wrestlers who intervened, revealed that the scene was horrific, describing how Smith was choking on his own blood and teeth in front of families and children.

Rob Van Dam may be waiting to tell his side on his podcast, but with Syko Stu still recovering from brutal injuries and the LAPD actively investigating, this is hardly the time for cryptic tweets. Whether he’s trolling, misinformed, or genuinely defending Raja Jackson, Van Dam’s stance has thrown gasoline on an already raging fire—and fans aren’t letting it slide.

Do you think Rob Van Dam should walk back his comments, or does he know something the rest of us don’t? Drop your thoughts in the comments below and let us know where you stand.