EST details the severity of her WrestleMania injury and hopes for an in-ring return
Summary
– Bianca Belair reveals her knuckle injury was far worse than expected
– Describes how the WrestleMania 41 Triple Threat spot caused severe joint damage
– Hopes to return soon as WWE monitors her recovery timeline
Bianca Belair has opened up about the long and difficult road back from the injury that took her out of action at WrestleMania 41. Speaking on BET’s 106 & Sports, the former champion explained that what many believed was a minor finger issue turned out to be a serious knuckle joint break.
Belair said the injury occurred during the top-rope triple German suplex spot with Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY. She recalled Rhea landing directly on her hand, crushing the knuckle and causing damage far worse than she had initially imagined. She expected a quick recovery, but the process has stretched to nearly six months.
She described the frustration of dealing with an injury that refuses to heal as projected. As an elite athlete, Belair recognized the mental and physical challenges of relying on a body that suddenly isn’t performing as it should. Despite the setbacks, she expressed hope that she will be back in the ring in the near future.
Behind the scenes, WWE sources are optimistic she could return in the early part of 2026, with the possibility of medical clearance earlier if her progress continues. Belair made a brief on-screen appearance as the special referee for Jade Cargill vs Naomi at WWE Evolution, signaling she is edging closer to full activity.
With Belair confirming that she wants to wrestle again soon and WWE preparing for her comeback, excitement is building for the return of the EST.
