Jon Moxley is at the center of a heated exchange after Bully Ray criticized his booking and called him a "fraud".
Bully Ray claimed he could beat Jon Moxley in real life, sparking a reaction from Josh Barnett.
What happened?
Josh Barnett challenged Bully Ray to a fight, saying he could help him feel what it's like to be "thoroughly" beaten.
Barnett wrote on X, "Mox can handle himself just fine, so he doesn't need me to fight any battles for him."
Why it matters for Jon Moxley
Jon Moxley has not commented on Bully Ray's statements, but Josh Barnett's defense shows his support for the AEW star.
Barnett is known for being one of the toughest individuals in pro wrestling and MMA, with a 35-8 career record.
What comes next?
Bully Ray has yet to respond to Josh Barnett's challenge, which was made on June 22, 2026.
The former Bloodsport promoter is ready to take on Bully Ray, saying "I can help you with that" if he wants to feel what it's like to be beaten.
And Josh Barnett is confident in his ability to beat Bully Ray, having achieved success in Pancrase, PRIDE Fighting Championships, and Strikeforce.
But the outcome of this challenge is still uncertain, as Bully Ray has not yet responded.
So the wrestling world waits to see if Bully Ray will accept Josh Barnett's challenge and face him in a fight.
The challenge has sparked interest among fans, who are eager to see what will happen next.
As of now, there is no update on whether the fight will take place, but Josh Barnett is ready for it.