This week on WWE SmackDown Live, Zack Ryder won a battle royal and he earned a shot at the Tag Team Titles on behalf of The Hype Bros. But it doesn’t look like Zack Ryder and Mojo Rawley will be cashing in that title show anytime soon because Zack Ryder injured himself during the battle royal. After the match Zack Ryder was helped to the back where WWE doctors checked on him.
Related: Zack Ryder Suffers Knee Injury During Battle Royal On WWE SmackDown Live
WWE confirmed Zack Ryder’s injury shortly after SmackDown Live went off the air, and it was noted that an update on Zack’s condition would be released following a MRI, but the update never came. Luckily Zack Ryder himself took to Twitter to update fans on his status, and according to Zack he’s set to undergo knee surgery today.
Zack Ryder posted the following on Twitter:
Getting knee surgery 2day & missing #RogueOne…but everything happens for a reason…I'll be back…WrestleMania 32 was just the beginning!
— Zack Ryder (@ZackRyder) December 15, 2016
This is certainly a tough break for former Intercontinental Champion Zack Ryder, as it seemed like The Hype Bros. were just about to pick up some much needed momentum thanks to their SmackDown Tag Team Title shot.
Following his surgery announcement Lance Storm wished Zack Ryder the best on Twitter.
@ZackRyder All the best, get well soon
— Lance Storm (@LanceStorm) December 15, 2016
Stay tuned for updates on Zack Ryder’s recovery, and his eventual return to the ring.
