Matt Cardona provides update on recovery from tricep injury
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
WWE star Matt Cardona, recovering from a torn tricep sustained in August, has shared his rehabilitation progress. During an appearance on "Casuals with Katie Nolan," Cardona indicated he plans to return sooner than his doctors expect, aiming for participation in the upcoming Royal Rumble event in February 2027. The injury occurred during a match on WWE Main Event, which aired on September 3, affecting Cardona's momentum on WWE SmackDown. He highlighted the injury humorously, attributing it to his impressive physique.
- •Cardona tore his tricep during a match in August.
- •He underwent surgery following the injury.
- •Cardona aims for a return at the Royal Rumble in February 2027.
- •His last Royal Rumble appearance was in 2015.
- •Cardona was gaining momentum prior to his injury.
- 3:30 PMWrestling Inc — WWE's Matt Cardona Offers Update On Injury Recovery
"WWE star Matt Cardona has revealed his injury status and when he is targeting a return to the promotion.
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