Bianca Belair has shared a new update regarding her ongoing recovery from an injury that has kept her away from WWE competition. Since suffering a broken knuckle during her WrestleMania 41 match against Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY, Belair has been sidelined and has yet to return to WWE rings as WrestleMania 42 approaches.
Details on the Injury and Recovery Challenges
The injury Belair sustained was more severe than a simple finger break, involving a broken knuckle, which has complicated the healing process and extended her absence. Recently, she underwent another surgery aimed at resolving the problem with her finger. This operation was part of her continued efforts to fully recover and return to active competition.
Signs of Improvement Demonstrated in Social Media Post
Belair posted a video on her social media showing her finger bending for the first time since the injury—an important milestone given her prior inability to move it. In her caption, she reflected on the difficulty of the recovery, stating,
“Not any videos from last week because last week was pretty rough 🥺 But this week started off better.”
WrestleMania 42 Prospects and Support from Peers
With WrestleMania 42 nearing, fellow WWE star Raquel Rodriguez expressed that Belair would be her ideal opponent for the event, highlighting the anticipation surrounding her potential return. Rodriguez shared this view during an interview on the WWE Raw Recap podcast, underscoring Belair’s significance in the WWE lineup once healthy again.
The Importance of This Recovery for WWE Fans and Future Matches
Bianca Belair’s progress is encouraging for her supporters and WWE followers who eagerly await her comeback. Her ability to regain movement in her finger signals forward momentum in her recovery journey, which is critical for her return to the demanding in-ring action. As Belair continues rehabilitation, the wrestling world watches closely, hopeful she can compete again soon on the grand WWE stages.
Bianca Belair’s latest video showing off her bending fingerpic.twitter.com/Jxl8shFbqe
— WrestleTalk (@WrestleTalk_TV) March 4, 2026
Bianca Belair's latest video showing off her bending fingerpic.twitter.com/Jxl8shFbqe
— WrestleTalk (@WrestleTalk_TV) March 4, 2026
