WWE fans were left reeling when former women’s champion Asuka announced that she would be taking a hiatus from the company to address a lingering knee injury. The Empress of Tomorrow, known for her fearless and relentless in-ring style, has been battling the injury for several weeks, but the severity of the issue has now forced her to take a break from the WWE.
Asuka, a stalwart of the WWE RAW brand, was seen limping heavily during a match on SmackDown back in March, sparking concerns about her well-being. Although she attempted to power through the pain, it has become clear that the injury is more serious than initially thought. Despite her valiant efforts to continue competing, Asuka has now made the difficult decision to step away from the ring to focus on her recovery.
In an emotional message, Asuka expressed her gratitude to her Damage CTRL teammates, Kairi Sane and Dakota Kai, for their support during this challenging period. She also posted a heartwarming picture with Sane and Shinsuke Nakamura, captioned “See you again,” hinting at her eventual return to the WWE.
The WWE universe will undoubtedly miss Asuka’s electrifying presence in the ring, but her health and well-being must take priority. The Empress of Tomorrow has consistently pushed herself to the limit, and it is essential that she takes this time to heal and recover.
While there is currently no timeline for Asuka’s return, fans can take comfort in knowing that she will come back stronger and more resilient than ever. In the meantime, ReelZap wishes Asuka a speedy recovery and looks forward to her eventual return to the WWE ring.
