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Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Zoey Stark begins road to recovery after knee surgery
Image via WWE WWE Superstar Zoey Stark has officially entered rehabilitation following successful knee surgery earlier this week. The injury, sustained during the May 19 edition of Monday Night RAW, is expected to keep her out of action for several months, casting uncertainty on the rest of her 2025 season. Injury occurred during high-stakes match The incident happened during a Women's Money in the Bank qualifying match involving Stark, Rhea Ripley, and Kairi Sane. Stark attempted her signature springboard missile dropkick on Sane but landed awkwardly, visibly injuring her right knee. She collapsed in pain, forcing WWE officials to remove her from the match and quickly adjust the finish. According to backstage sources, the fall may have re-aggravated a previously repaired knee. Stark, 31, was taken for immediate medical evaluation, where surgery was deemed necessary. Fans feared the worst, and those fears were confirmed when Stark posted post-surgery updates from her hospital bed. Wrestling world reacts with support Stark took to Instagram Stories to share a photo of her leg in a brace and cast, writing, 'Road to recovery starts now! Day 1.' In a longer message, she thanked fans for their support and acknowledged the emotional impact of the injury. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Council or Housing Association Tenant? Check Eligibility for Compensation National Disrepair Claims Undo 'What hurts more than my knee is knowing I won't be able to perform for all of you for a while. I LOVE what I do and I'm blessed to do this. As the saying goes, the comeback is greater than the setback. Love you guys,' she wrote. The wrestling community has responded with a wave of support. Rhea Ripley called the injury a stark reminder of how dangerous professional wrestling can be, while Kairi Sane offered her respect and well wishes. Thunder Rosa, Shane Helms, and other wrestling personalities highlighted the physical toll of the sport and praised Stark's toughness and dedication. 'Every bump causes damage, even on a micro level,' Helms noted, urging fans to respect the risks performers take. Zoey Stark joined WWE in 2021 and quickly rose through the ranks, aligning with stars like Shayna Baszler and Sonya Deville. Known for her agility and technical skill, she was poised for a breakout year before this setback. While no official return timeline has been confirmed, optimism remains high. Fans and peers alike are rooting for Stark to make a strong comeback in 2026. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kairi Sane returns to WWE Raw, IYO SKY sends a sweet message
IYO SKY and Kairi Sane (Image via WWE) Kairi Sane is back in WWE after a long break due to injury. She returned on this week's episode of Monday Night Raw and took part in a Triple Threat match to qualify for the Women's Money in the Bank ladder match. It was her first match since December 2023, and even though she didn't win, fans were excited to see her back. In the match, Kairi faced Rhea Ripley and Zoey Stark. Unfortunately, Stark got injured during the match after a bad landing from a dropkick. Because of that, she had to leave, and the match had to change in the moment. Kairi had to quickly adjust and finish the match with Ripley. In the end, Rhea Ripley pinned Kairi to win. IYO SKY shares sweet message after Kairi Sane's return After the show, former tag team partner IYO SKY posted a warm message on social media to welcome Kairi Sane back. The two used to be part of the group Damage CTRL and have a long history together, going back to their wrestling days in Japan. IYO SKY wrote on X (formerly Twitter): 'Welcome back!!! @KAIRI_official 🙌🏻🙌🏻✨✨' This simple but touching message made fans smile. Many people still remember how strong their team was and how much respect they had for each other. Even though Damage CTRL has not been seen on WWE TV lately and Dakota Kai has been released, the friendship between IYO and Kairi is clearly still strong. Their bond was built during their early wrestling careers in STARDOM, a Japanese women's wrestling company. Later, they became a team in WWE and were seen as one of the most exciting duos in the women's division. Now, fans are wondering what's next. Could WWE reunite IYO and Kairi as a team? Or could they be set for a future match against each other? Either way, the support from IYO made it clear that Kairi is still respected by top talent in WWE. Kairi Sane's future looks bright While this return match did not end in victory, Kairi looked strong and focused in the ring. She showed she was ready to compete again. Her ability to adjust during an unexpected situation showed how skilled and professional she is. It was a strong reminder of what Kairi Sane brings to WWE. She is experienced, skilled, and has a powerful presence in the ring. Her return also adds more depth to WWE's women's division, which continues to grow stronger. Rhea Ripley qualifies for Money in the Bank Ladder Match: Raw highlights, May 19, 2025 With fans cheering her return and wrestlers like IYO SKY standing by her, Kairi's comeback could lead to big things. Now, all eyes will be on what the Pirate Princess does next in WWE. Also Read: "I won't be able to perform"- Zoey Starks' first remarks after suffering major injury on WWE RAW Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Top women's division stars qualify for Money in the Bank ladder match on WWE RAW
मनी इन द बैंक The Women's Money in the Bank ladder continues to shape up on RAW following the beginning of the qualifying matches on SmackDown. WWE is slowly building towards its next Premium Live Event, Money in the Bank. The spectacular PLE is set to take place on June 7th at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California. Last week's episode of SmackDown saw the beginning of the MITB qualifying matches. On the women's side, Alexa Bliss defeated Chelsea Green and Michin to secure a spot in the ladder match. On this week's edition of Monday Night RAW, two more women joined Bliss from the red brand. Which RAW superstars qualified for the Women's Money in the Bank ladder match? Before Monday Night RAW went on the air, General Manager Adam Pearce announced that this week's episode would feature two triple-threat Women's Money in the Bank qualifying matches. The first bout featured The Man, Becky Lynch, Natalya, and the newest RAW superstar, Roxanne Perez . It was a spectacular showdown with all three women bringing different styles to the table. Following interference from Lyra Valkyria, who brawled with her heated rival, Becky Lynch, Roxanne Perez delivered a Pop Rox on a distracted Natalya to secure the second spot in the Money in the Bank ladder match. Later that night, the second triple threat match pitted Zoey Stark, Rhea Ripley , and Kairi Sane, who made her return from injury. The match quickly turned into a singles bout after Zoey Stark got injured while executing a top rope move. The Pirate Princess and Mami went up against each other in a classic showdown. Ultimately, The Eradicator executed her finisher, The Riptide, to pick up the pinfall and claim the third spot in the Women's Money in the Bank ladder match this year. Moreover, this week's edition of SmackDown will continue the qualifier matches for the women as Charlotte Flair, Zelina Vega, and Giulia will compete in a triple threat bout. With three places secured, it will be interesting to see which women's division stars will join the field in their attempt to secure the coveted briefcase that can change a WWE superstar's entire career. Also read: WWE RAW Results & Highlights (5/19/25): Logan Paul knocks out Jey Uso, Women's Money in the Bank qualifiers, and more Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
