Eddie Kingston has provided a highly anticipated injury update, addressing his journey back to the ring after a series of severe setbacks suffered in 2024. This exclusive Eddie Kingston injury update comes over a year and a half after Kingston’s brutal injuries during a high-impact bout, marking a significant milestone for the wrestler and his fans.
Kingston was forced to take an extensive break from in-ring action after sustaining serious injuries in the No Ropes Last Man Standing match against Gabe Kidd at NJPW STRONG: Resurgence in May 2024. The match left him with a fractured tibia, as well as torn ACL and meniscus in one knee—conditions that demanded immediate surgery and an arduous rehabilitation process. The scope of these injuries resulted in a ring absence lasting from May 2024 until September 2025, spanning more than sixteen months of intensive recovery and therapy.
The Road to Recovery and Return to Wrestling
Kingston’s injuries represented some of the most severe of his 25-year career. Following the procedure to repair his knee and leg, he dedicated over a year to regaining full fitness before finally appearing back in competition in September 2025. Since then, he has maintained a consistent presence in the ring, determined to put his injuries behind him and reclaim his spot at the forefront of professional wrestling.
Reflecting on nearly two decades in wrestling, Kingston acknowledged that nagging aches and bruises are part of the sport, but nothing compared to what he faced during recovery from such a damaging knee injury. His resilience and commitment have been key factors in his successful training and return to regular performance.
Kingston Offers Insight into His Condition and Outlook
Having recently passed the 19-month mark since his injury, Kingston appeared on Fightful’s In The Weeds podcast to provide an honest assessment of his current condition. Asked how he felt a few months after returning to active competition, he described positive progress and a renewed sense of stability in his career. He made it clear that though his long history in the sport means some old injuries persist, they are mainly residual pains, not threats to his ability to compete.
Kingston emphasized that his main concern had always been the strength and security of his knee. With the major injury now healed and his knee feeling “great,” his confidence in performing at a high level has returned, allowing him to step into the ring without hesitation or fear of re-injury.
“Still more time. That’s also me never being happy with anything. It’s just like, ‘eh.’ The knee feels great, knock on wood. Knee feels great.All the old injuries decided to say, ‘Hey, we’re still here.’ I’m getting them more time. Those were the injuries that were just bumps and bruises over 25 years.They’ll massage it out or I’ll take a shower and put tiger balm (on them) and feel fine.The one that was big was the knee and the knee feels great. I have no worry about it whatsoever. Once I put the brace on, I’m good to go.” – Eddie Kingston, Professional Wrestler
In this update, Kingston conveyed the rugged reality of a veteran wrestler’s daily life, noting that, while minor pains are inevitable, the most significant hurdle—the knee—has been overcome. Methods like massage, showers, and balms take care of minor discomforts, but all eyes were on whether Kingston could restore his knee’s full function, a challenge he has now confidently met.
Implications for Eddie Kingston’s Career and Wrestling Fans
Kingston’s successful rehabilitation and positive outlook come as a relief for his supporters and colleagues. His perseverance through such a prolonged recovery has sparked renewed excitement about his future in AEW and NJPW. The resilience he displayed is seen as a testament to his dedication, and his full return suggests that Kingston’s best days may still be ahead.
This Eddie Kingston injury update provides a measure of closure for fans who followed his progress from the devastating night against Gabe Kidd at NJPW STRONG in the state of California, through months of doubt, to his return to professional wrestling’s demanding schedule. As Kingston continues his comeback, he symbolizes hope for athletes facing similar hardships, and he is now focused on new rivalries and matches that could further his legacy in the ring.
