Zoey Stark, a WWE RAW star, opened up about her difficult recovery process following a serious injury sustained in May 2025. Ahead of the final WWE RAW event before Crown Jewel 2025, broadcast live from the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, Stark provided her fans with a candid update on her physical and mental struggles during this period. Her Zoey Stark injury recovery update sheds light on the challenges she faces after tearing her ACL, MCL, and meniscus during a match.
Background of the Injury and Current Condition
Stark’s injury occurred during the May 19 episode of WWE RAW when executing a Dropkick that resulted in damage to her knee ligaments. Since then, she has been sidelined from in-ring action, focusing on rehabilitation. In a recent message, Stark expressed how exhausting the recovery has been, both physically and emotionally. She mentioned difficulty regaining full motion in her knee but remains determined to overcome these obstacles.
“It’s been a little bit since I posted, so I thought I would get on here and give you guys an update. And to be completely honest, it’s been both mentally and physically exhausting and frustrating, and I’m in a spot right now with my knee where it’s not wanting to bend to give me the full range of motion that I am looking for. As much as that sucks, it’s okay. You know, I will push through this. I will find a way around it. I will get to where I need to get, but boy, is it frustrating,” Stark said.
Former Affiliations and Recent Changes
Previously, Zoey Stark was part of the Pure Fusion Collective, alongside fellow WWE talents Sonya Deville and Shayna Baszler. However, both Deville and Baszler have departed from the company this year—Deville’s contract was not renewed, and Baszler was released in May 2025. With these former stablemates no longer on the roster, Stark’s journey continues independently as she aims to return to WWE programming. This transition adds an extra layer of challenge to her current hiatus.
Career Highlights and Future Prospects
Zoey Stark, 31, made a notable impact as an NXT Tag Team Champion alongside IYO SKY but has yet to secure a title on WWE’s main roster. Her injury and subsequent recovery leave fans eager to see when she will be able to return to action. The trajectory of her career following this major setback remains uncertain but significant for the ongoing WWE narrative, as her resilience and eventual comeback could become key storylines moving forward.
Implications of Stark’s Recovery for WWE and Upcoming Events
The timing of Stark’s injury affects WWE’s roster dynamics, especially in light of the upcoming Crown Jewel 2025 event in Dallas. Her absence leaves a gap in the RAW brand lineup heading into this major show. Furthermore, the exit of her former stablemates alters the landscape of talent available. How Stark’s injury recovery progresses will influence WWE’s plans and storylines for the rest of 2025, as fans and company officials await her return to the ring.
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— Zoey Stark (@ZoeyStarkWWE) October 6, 2025
