In a devastating turn of events, WWE Superstar Ivar, a member of The Viking Raiders, has joined the growing list of injured wrestlers on the roster. The 40-year-old star was brutally attacked by Gallus on the latest episode of NXT, leaving him with a spinal injury that will keep him out of in-ring action indefinitely.
As a result of his injury, Ivar has been forced to withdraw from the number-one contender’s tournament on WWE Speed, where he had previously defeated Apollo Crews. In a surprising turn of events, Crews will now take Ivar’s place in the semi-finals, facing off against Tyler Bate.
The WWE took to Twitter to announce the change, leaving fans stunned and concerned about Ivar’s well-being. The Viking Raiders member had been enjoying a successful run, participating in several high-profile matches and even securing a spot in the number-one contender’s tournament.
Ivar’s injury is not only a blow to his own career but also a setback for The Viking Raiders, as both members of the tag team are now sidelined due to injuries. The Stamford-based promotion has yet to announce who will replace Ivar in the Triple Threat Match against Wes Lee and Josh Briggs for the NXT North American Championship.
In a poignant irony, Wes Lee and Josh Briggs were discussing their own injuries and lost title opportunities just moments before Ivar was attacked. Now, The Viking Raiders member finds himself in a similar predicament, his own title aspirations put on hold due to his untimely injury.
Despite the setback, Ivar remains determined to return to the ring as soon as possible and reclaim his spot in the title picture. As he receives medical attention from renowned orthopedic clinic Andrews Sports Medicine, fans can only hope for a speedy recovery for the beloved WWE Superstar.