Opponent in Andy “The Butcher” Williams’ final match leaves wrestling following star’s death

Image from Ganon Jones Jr.’s Instagram Ganon Jones Jr., a wrestler known for his work on the independent circuit, announced he is stepping away from the ring after he he was involved in Andy “The Butcher” Williams’ final match before his tragic passing. Williams died at age 48 following a medical emergency during a match that took place at an Enjoy Wrestling event on September 5. During the match, Williams teamed up with The Blade (Jesse Guilmette) against TME, a team consisting of Jones and Duke Davis. Paramedics were called after Williams collapsed in the ring, and he was later pronounced dead. The former AEW star was widely grieved by the wrestling community following his death, and now Jones has said he is walking away from wrestling following “one of the worst nights of my life.” In an Instagram message posted last week, Jones said his daughter witnessing Williams’ emergency played a large part in his decision. “I always told myself I would walk away from wrestling for two rea