Seth Rollins, one of WWE’s top stars, has been sidelined since suffering a torn rotator cuff after being ousted from The Vision by Bron Breakker on October 13. Rollins was forced to vacate the World Heavyweight Championship due to the injury, and CM Punk eventually won the title by defeating Jey Uso in a tournament final. Since then, WWE fans have been eagerly waiting for Rollins’ return, but the star has been cautious about rushing back into action.
Rollins has a long history of injuries, including significant knee issues that have plagued him over the years. Despite his return to the ring after each injury, the shoulder injury he’s currently facing is a different challenge. Rollins recently opened up about the physical toll of his career, explaining how his body has been through multiple surgeries and ongoing pain.
Rollins Speaks on Recovery and Royal Rumble Status
In an interview with Mike Greenberg on ESPN’s Get Up on Monday morning, Seth Rollins gave an update on his shoulder injury and whether he could return for the Royal Rumble match this Saturday. While Rollins acknowledged that his shoulder was improving, he confirmed that it might not be fully healed in time for the Royal Rumble in Riyadh on January 31.
Rollins said:
“Shoulder’s doing good man, it’s doing good. I don’t know if it’s good enough to get me in the ring this Saturday in Riyadh for the Royal Rumble, but we’re on track for a return sometime sooner rather than later.”
Although Rollins stated that he is on track for a return before WrestleMania 42, he confirmed that he would not rush his recovery. Given that January marks three months of recovery, the typical healing time for a torn rotator cuff is four to six months, meaning a full recovery would ideally take a few more months. However, the optimism around Rollins’ return has increased, with fans hoping to see him back in action sooner than expected.
Rollins’ Return Timeline: Eyes on WrestleMania 42
While Rollins isn’t planning a surprise return at Royal Rumble, he has set his sights on WrestleMania 42, which takes place April 18-19 this year. Given Rollins’ long history of overcoming injuries and his determination to return, there’s a strong possibility that fans could see him back in action by then.
Rollins Names His Royal Rumble Dark Horses
During his ESPN appearance, Rollins also shared his predictions for the Royal Rumble match, choosing a couple of dark horse picks for both the men’s and women’s Rumble matches.
For the men’s side, Rollins went with Rey Mysterio, citing the legendary luchador’s history in the Royal Rumble and his ability to defy expectations. Rollins said:
“For me, on the men’s side, Rey Mysterio, he’s a legend. He’s won a Royal Rumble before shockingly enough as a guy as small as he is.”
For the women’s Royal Rumble, Rollins picked his wife, Becky Lynch, the current WWE Women’s Intercontinental Champion. He shared his confidence in her ability to take the win, despite her not being the immediate favorite in the eyes of many fans. He said:
“On the women’s side, there’s somebody I feel like everybody’s overlooking and that is my wife, the one and only, the man, Big Time Becks, Becky Lynch.”
Rollins has always been vocal about his admiration for his wife, often praising her abilities and accomplishments, and this was no exception.
Key Takeaways:
- Seth Rollins confirmed he likely won’t return for the Royal Rumble this weekend due to his shoulder injury but remains on track for a sooner-than-expected return, potentially ahead of WrestleMania 42.
- Rollins named Rey Mysterio and Becky Lynch as his Royal Rumble dark horses, showcasing his confidence in both superstars’ abilities to win the Rumble matches.
- Rollins has a long history of injuries but has shown resilience in overcoming them. His recovery from this rotator cuff tear is expected to take around four to six months, but fans can expect him to return to WWE action soon.
