The year 2025 proved to be a challenging one for several WWE Superstars, as a series of significant injuries derailed their career trajectories and disrupted anticipated storylines. While many wrestlers enjoyed exciting moments, for top talents like Seth Rollins, Bianca Belair, and Kevin Owens, injuries became a frustrating reality that forced both them and the creative team to rethink their plans.
Bianca Belair’s ascent in the wrestling world faced a major setback when she suffered a serious finger injury during WrestleMania 41. This injury was so severe that it kept her out of action for the entire year, halting what could have been a blockbuster season for her.
Apollo Crews also experienced a tough year, with an injury sustained in a January match against Johnny Gargano sidelining him for a considerable portion of the year. This unfortunate incident not only affected Crews but also hindered various potential storylines that were expected to elevate his character.
Seth Rollins appeared poised for a spectacular year until a shoulder injury at Crown Jewel rendered him unable to compete. This injury forced Rollins to relinquish the World Heavyweight Title, marking a significant blow to his ambitions and effectively curtailing his expected push within the company.
Similarly, early in the year, Kevin Owens was set to engage in a high-profile feud with Randy Orton at WrestleMania. However, a neck injury that required surgery prevented him from participating, leading to the cancellation of this much-anticipated matchup.
Chad Gable, too, struggled with injury, requiring surgery on his arm that kept him out for most of 2025. Despite WWE’s creative plans aimed at showcasing Gable and his faction, his absence limited their potential impact and visibility on the main stage.
These injuries not only highlighted the vulnerability of even the most talented wrestlers but also reflected the unpredictable nature of professional wrestling, where injuries can shift the course of narrative arcs and fan expectations in an instant. As the wrestling world moves forward, fans remain hopeful that these superstars will recover and return to the ring, ready to reclaim their positions and continue the compelling storylines that excite audiences worldwide.