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“Everyone’s Praying for You”: Agonizing Update on Bayley Leaves Fans Crestfallen With a Heavy Heart

Published Jul 17, 2023 | 5:30 AM EDT

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Injuries are unavoidable when you take bumps for a living. Although superstars are sometimes able to shake it off and finish the match, there are times when the referee throws the ‘X’ sign in the air. That said, WWE star Bayley suffered a grave knee injury mid-match during a WWE live event in Maryland. 

The leader of the Damage CTRL was part of a championship match against Asuka and Charlotte Flair. However, things didn’t quite go as planned for her. 

WWE officials assisted Bayley backstage after she collapsed in the ring

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During the match, Bayley charged at Asuka from one corner of the ring. In doing so, the former Women’s Champion severely injured her right knee, as she immediately fell, grabbing and favoring her knee. This prompted the referee, Jessika Carr, to make an ‘X’ sign, indicating that Bayley could not continue the match.

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In addition, Charlotte Flair broke character and checked on her friend before getting back in the match. As the referee made sure the injured star got the attention she needed, Asuka and Flair continued the match. 

PWInsider later reported that the incident was not a planned spot. As previously stated, Bayley was assisted backstage by officials to receive immediate treatment. While her fans were worried about her condition, the Hugger took to social media to provide a relieving update on her injury. 

She wrote, “I’ll be alright, thanks everyone.” In the picture, Bayley appears to be icing her injured knee. Although the 34-year-old star is a heel, she is one of the fan favorites in the women’s division. 

Nonetheless, the WWE Universe took to Twitter to wish the female star well after she provided a reassuring update on her injury.

Fans send healing vibes to the Damage CTRL member on Twitter

After being betrayed by Iyo Sky at Money in the Bank, Bayley has been assisting her fellow Damage CTRL member in cashing in her MITB contract week after week.

If you are not a recent wrestling fan, you would know that Bayley is biding her time to turn on Iyo Sky. However, due to her knee injury, it is unclear whether Bayley will return to action right away. Nonetheless, her Twitter post indicates that she is doing okay. Here are some responses from the WWE Universe. 

Bayley’s staunchest supporter spotted!

It should be noted that Bayley had surgery after tearing her ACL in 2022.

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At this point, it remains to be seen if Bayley’s injury affects WWE’s plans for Iyo Sky. 

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Do you think Bayley is going to take some time away from the ring to heal up? Comment below!

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Rishabh Singh

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Rishabh is an avid pro wrestling fan and a WWE writer at Essentially Sports with over a year’s experience in journalism. Having completed his Bachelor’s in Education at European International University, his research prowess is the most powerful tool in his skillset. For Rishabh, pro wrestling is not just sports entertainment; it’s an emotion.
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Amal Joyce