Archive · 27 May 2025
Asuka's WWE Return Not Imminent Despite Early 2025 Discussions
WWE wrestler Asuka, who got hurt a year ago, won't be back in the ring anytime soon.
There were plans for her to return, maybe even early in 2025, but it's not happening yet.
She still needs to get the okay from the doctors.
Even though people were talking about her coming back, it looks like fans will have to wait longer to see her wrestle again.
She's still part of her wrestling group, Damage CTRL, but she hasn't been able to perform because of her injury.
Asuka has not appeared on WWE television since May 2024 due to a knee injury.
Creative discussions regarding her return have taken place.
Her return is considered 'not imminent' in 2025.
Early storyline ideas discussed a possible return in early 2025.
Asuka remains affiliated with the Damage CTRL faction.
- Who
- WWE star Asuka
- What
- Asuka's return to the ring is not expected soon.
- When
- Return is not imminent in 2025.
- Where
- WWE
- Why
- Asuka has not yet received medical clearance to return.
- Last WWE TV Appearance
- May 2024 at Backlash: France
- Injury Details
- Suffered a knee injury almost a year ago
- Current Status
- Listed on WWE's Raw roster, affiliated with Damage CTRL
- Reported Return Timeline
- Not imminent in 2025