The latest Zoey Stark injury update before WrestleMania 42 reveals that the WWE RAW Superstar may be sidelined until after the flagship event next year, with her future in question. Stark, known for her impressive athleticism in WWE, suffered a serious setback during a recent televised match, leaving her chances of returning any time soon uncertain.
Details on Zoey Stark’s Injury During RAW
Zoey Stark, a former NXT Women’s Tag Team Champion, was hurt during the May 19 episode of WWE RAW while competing against Rhea Ripley and Kairi Sane in a high-stakes Triple Threat Money in the Bank qualifying match. During the contest, Stark attempted a missile dropkick targeting Kairi Sane but the timing failed as Sane was not positioned correctly in the ring. This misstep led to Stark reportedly injuring her leg, forcing her out of action since that night.
Respected wrestling journalist Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful reported via X (formerly Twitter) that insiders in WWE do not anticipate Stark will recover and return before WrestleMania 42. This update, shared widely among fans and within the wrestling community, heightens concern about how long her absence could last and what it could mean for her career trajectory.
Support and Reaction from the WWE Locker Room
Lyra Valkyria, the reigning WWE Women’s Intercontinental Champion, spoke about the dangers of professional wrestling and the emotional toll of seeing a colleague like Zoey Stark suffer a significant injury. Speaking candidly in an interview with Dublin Live, Valkyria conveyed how devastating it was to witness the incident.
“The best people make this look so easy. We go out and make it look effortless, but we always take that risk. I can honestly say that injury was extremely, extremely heartbreaking to see live and I know that the whole locker room is really hoping that Zoey [Stark] will come through this,”
she said. —Lyra Valkyria, WWE Women’s Intercontinental Champion
Valkyria, who has experienced a similar serious injury herself, further expressed hope for Stark’s recovery:
“I know what it’s like to tear my ACL, but so does Zoey. I haven’t heard officially what the extent of the injury is, but I really, really hope that she is doing okay and can come through it and out the other side even better. It’s going to take a lot of mental toughness, but she’s been through it once. I’m sure she knows what’s ahead of her.”
—Lyra Valkyria, WWE Women’s Intercontinental Champion
Uncertain Road Ahead for Zoey Stark
With Stark’s recovery timeline stretching potentially past WrestleMania 42, speculation surrounds what WWE, and particularly Triple H, might plan for her eventual return. The organization has faced similar situations before, and fans are closely watching if and how Stark’s momentum can be restored after a long absence.
This injury places Zoey Stark at a career crossroads right before one of WWE’s major annual milestones. As more details emerge over the coming months, the WWE locker room, management, and supporters will be hoping for positive news and a resilient comeback for the talented Superstar.
