Overview
- Bálor said on X on December 17 that he had just visited McDonagh and that he is in good spirits with a full recovery expected.
- McDonagh revealed the layoff on December 15 with hospital photos showing a bandaged hand and a note that he would “pump the brakes” to “get put back together.”
- Reports describe surgery on his right hand to address a lingering issue, though specifics have not been officially detailed.
- WWE acknowledged the situation on Raw, where Dominik Mysterio explained Bálor's absence by saying he was visiting McDonagh in the hospital.
- McDonagh has not wrestled since losing to Rey Mysterio on the November 24 Raw, and no return date has been announced.