Bianca Belair, the renowned WWE superstar, has shared significant news about her ongoing recovery from a serious injury that has kept her out of action since WrestleMania 41. The latest Bianca Belair WWE injury update has sparked conversation, as fans speculate about her return to the ring and her physical progress during this challenging period.
Setback After WrestleMania 41 Triple Threat Match
At WrestleMania 41, Bianca Belair competed in a high-stakes Triple Threat Match for the Women’s World Championship against IYO SKY and Rhea Ripley. It was during this bout that Belair suffered a broken knuckle, sidelining her from WWE events and causing her to miss the months following the prestigious show. The SmackDown athlete has not participated in any matches since sustaining this injury and has focused on her recovery during her extended hiatus.
Bianca Belair Shares Physical Health Milestone
Earlier today, Belair made a personal announcement on her Instagram stories, expressing that she has successfully reduced her weight to below 160 lbs, specifically reaching 159.2 lbs. The multi-time WWE Women’s Champion disclosed that, during her time away from wrestling, she had gained over 20 lbs. since WrestleMania 41. This milestone signifies her dedication to regaining her physical condition, as she aims for a return to competition, possibly aligning with ongoing rumors of her participation in the upcoming WWE Royal Rumble premium live event. The WWE Universe remains eager for her comeback, with speculation growing stronger following her recent updates.
Belair Details the Nature of Her Injury
Bianca Belair gave further insight into her injury during a guest appearance on BET’s 106 & Sports. She revealed that the incident occurred in her championship match, where a misstep led to Rhea Ripley inadvertently landing on Belair’s hand, resulting in a complex break to her knuckle. Initially, she believed the recovery would take about two to three months, but as of now, nearly six months have passed since the accident.
“Yeah, so, I broke my knuckle, which is not my finger. I broke my knuckle. I broke the joint. It’s something that I thought was going to be very straightforward, 8-12 weeks. It’s been almost six months at this point. But it was WrestleMania [41], and I was in a Triple Threat match with Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY, and we were going to the top rope because that’s what we do, and we came off the top rope, and Rhea landed straight on my hand, and it just crushed everything of my finger. So, it’s been a crazy journey,”
Belair said.—Belair, WWE Superstar
Possible WWE Return and Future Expectations
As Bianca Belair continues her demanding recovery, the direction of her WWE career is shrouded in uncertainty. Fans, along with fellow athletes, watch closely for signals of her anticipated return, eagerly awaiting confirmation from WWE regarding her participation in the Royal Rumble. The Stamford-based organization has yet to disclose its plans for Belair, but her recent updates—coupled with her public determination—indicate strong momentum toward a comeback. The impact of her absence is felt throughout the division, and her eventual return is expected to inject renewed intensity and competition into the Women’s World Championship scene.
