In 2025, WWE saw numerous wrestlers sidelined due to injuries, reflecting the physically demanding nature of professional wrestling. Several well-known athletes had to step away from the ring midway through the year, and here’s a rundown of those affected, their injuries, and anticipated recovery times.
Chad Gable, who performed both under his own name and as “El Grande Americano,” had to leave WWE action in June 2025 due to a shoulder and elbow injury requiring surgery, sidelining him until January 2026. Kevin Owens, after an impressive start to the year and storyline involvement with Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton, suffered a neck injury in April 2025 expected to keep him out until April 2026. Elton Prince, a rising star in SmackDown’s tag team scene, was injured in June 2025, but both the details and his recovery timeline remain unknown. Zoe Stark, gaining momentum with her dynamic springboard moves, sustained severe damage to her ACL, MCL, and meniscus in May 2025, postponing her return until May 2026, a significant setback given her previous similar injuries. Rey Mysterio tore his groin muscle just before WrestleMania 41 in April 2025, initially expected to be out for four months but now projected to return around August 2025. Liv Morgan, after a strong showing in 2025, suffered a dislocated shoulder in June 2025 during a match with Kairi Sane, likely keeping her out until late 2025 or early 2026. Bianca Belair, who shined at WrestleMania 41 despite a broken finger sustained during the event, is anticipated to be back by August 2025. Tama Tonga was written off TV due to an injury inflicted behind the scenes in April 2025, but the nature and duration of his injury remain unclear. Lastly, Seth Rollins suffered an unusual leg and knee injury in July 2025 during a main event, with both the severity and return date still unknown, sparking mixed reports about its authenticity.
Fan Take: This roundup of WWE injuries in 2025 highlights the risks superstars take to entertain fans and underscores the importance of recovery for longevity in the sport. Keeping an eye on these comebacks will be crucial, as the return of top talent could heavily influence WWE storylines and the overall excitement of future events.
