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Rhea Ripley WWE injury and recovery updates

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WWE wrestler Rhea Ripley is recovering from surgery to repair a torn meniscus in her right knee, an injury sustained during a match against Jade Cargill at Clash in Italy. Following the injury, WWE retroactively recognized Chelsea Green as the WWE Champion, effective August 2, marking the end of Ripley’s reign. Ripley has been spotted at training facilities performing standard exercises while wearing a leg brace, signaling progress in her rehabilitation. After video surfaced showing her walking without a large knee brace, Ripley clarified on social media that while she is walking more easily, “walking and wrestling are very different tasks,” and requested patience. Fellow wrestler IYO SKY suggested the injury may be linked to Ripley managing an “extremely demanding schedule involving international travel and media obligations” prior to the setback. While an interim championship is currently held by Chelsea Green, Ripley is expected to unify the title upon her return. During her hiatus, Ripley has shared personal updates, including the adoption of a new dog named Choppa with partner Buddy Matthews. On October 11, Ripley celebrated her 30th birthday, receiving tributes from industry peers and Matthews. Recent social media activity shows Ripley without a leg brace, fueling speculation that she may return to action sooner than the previously anticipated January Royal Rumble, potentially ahead of the Crown Jewel event. Ripley has since noted that spending time with her dogs has aided her recovery. While an official return date remains unconfirmed, she is potentially targeting WrestlePalooza: Australia. Furthering speculation regarding her mobility, Ripley made a surprise public appearance at a Motionless in White concert, where she appeared to walk normally without her knee brace.

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