Syko Stu Released From Hospital Following Attack by Raja Jackson

Stuart Smith (aka Syko Stu) has been released from the hospital following a brutal shoot attack by Kick streamer Raja Jackson. Stu's family revealed the extent of the wrestler's injuries, which include a facial fracture and lost teeth.

A backstage misunderstanding on August 23 between Stu and Jackson led to the in-ring assault. Stu, believing Jackson was a worker, crushed an empty can over the streamer's head. Stu meant for the moment to be a bit of entertainment for Jackson's cameras, and Stu quickly apologized to Jackson after realizing his mistake.

Though the streamer (and son of MMA legend Rampage Jackson) accepted Stu's apology, Jackson later used a planned KnokX Pro run-in to take out his anger on the wrestler. Jackson would pick Stu up and slam him hard into the mat, rendering the veteran wrestler unconscious before punching him in the face at least 20 times. The moment went viral online, leading to an outpouring of support for Syko Stu.

Stu's family has now issued the following update:

Stuart has been released from the hospital and is now home resting. He sustained a serious head injury and was unconscious upon arrival at the ER. His injuries include trauma to both the upper and lower jaws, a laceration to his upper lip, and a fracture to the maxilla bone, which unfortunately resulted in the loss of several teeth.
He has a long road of recovery ahead, but he remains in good spirits despite everything he has been through.
We are deeply grateful for all the love and support we’ve received during this time. Thank you to everyone who has contributed in any way—whether through monetary donations, food, flowers, or gifts. Your kindness means more than words can express.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you.
With love and respect,
Contessa Patterson & Stuart Smith (aka SykoStu)

As of this posting, a GoFundMe for Stu's medical bills and recovery has reached $214,000. Click here if you'd like to contribute.

10 Infamous Receipts in Pro Wrestling History

In pro wrestling, a "receipt" is an ass-kicking that you brought upon yourself. It comes from the cardinal rule of the business -- always take care of your opponent. If you fail to do that, the repercussions will fall squarely on your head (often via chair shot).

The Undertaker recently explained the purpose of giving receipts in wrestling. "I'm pretty patient [when it comes to giving a receipt]. It all depends on intent," the Deadman said. "Some guys just work very snug. I pride myself on my punches. I feel like I can make it look like I can take your head off and not touch you. Every once in a while one gets away from me... I'd much rather it be there than it miss. It ain't ballet."

But not all receipts come after a stiff shot gets away. Sometimes a performer delivers a receipt to protect themselves from an unsafe worker, like when Taker had to shut down Giant Gonzalez at Wrestlemania IX. "[Gonzalez] cracks me right across the back of my neck, and then once I get back the feeling in my little fingers... I flipped," Taker recalled on his podcast. "I turned around and just started wailing on him."

Let's go back to classic WWE, the old territories, and even a battle between monsters in Japan. Here are 10 of the most infamous receipts in pro wrestling history.

Gallery Credit: WWE / NWA / HWA / YouTube

Filed Under: Raja Jackson, Syko Stu

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