Rikishi, a wrestling legend, has expressed his concern about the future of top WWE star Bronson Reed, who suffered a gruesome injury during the recent Survivor Series event. Reed’s attempt to take down Roman Reigns with a Tsunami from the top of the cage ended with him going through the table instead, leaving him worse for wear. Rikishi, who is now a part-time podcaster, shared his thoughts on the Off The Top podcast, acknowledging that injuries are a part of the game, but stating that the severity of Reed’s injury was cause for worry.
“It’s a tough situation,” Rikishi said, “The show goes on, you know what I mean? Hopefully, he’s not going to be out for too long. But if it’s the type of injury they’re talking about, it could require reconstruction of the ankle. They’ve got to put everything back together – all the tendons – so it’s a tough situation.” Rikishi’s concern is understandable, given the severity of the injury. Reed’s break of his ankle during the splash from the top of the cage at WarGames is a significant blow, as ankle reconstruction surgery is a major procedure that requires a lengthy recovery period.
The wrestling community, including fans and colleagues, is eagerly waiting for updates on Reed’s condition. With no official word on the severity of the injury, reports suggest that Reed has been undergoing scans and tests to determine the extent of the damage. Despite the uncertainty, Rikishi remains hopeful that Reed won’t be sidelined for too long. Given Reed’s strong storyline as part of The New Bloodline, it’s understandable that Rikishi is concerned about the impact of his absence on the narrative.
As a close friend and colleague of Reed, Rikishi’s sentiment reflects the wider sentiment within the WWE Universe. Fans are eager to see Reed return to the ring, potentially as a member of The Bloodline, and spark a new wave of interest in the top storyline in the company. Rikishi believes that Reed’s return will be a significant chapter in the ongoing narrative of the WWE, and with his close relationship with Solo Sikoa and the rest of the faction, a return is certainly possible.
