Jade Cargill, a dominant force in WWE’s women’s division alongside former WWE Women’s Champion Bianca Belair, has been unexpectedly written off television following a dramatic storyline event. Known for her impressive athleticism, powerful wrestling style, and natural charisma, Cargill’s sudden absence has sparked concern and speculation among fans.
The storyline saw Cargill being mysteriously thrown through a car windshield, leading to her removal from upcoming WWE events. WWE has officially announced the extent of her injuries, revealing a significant list of diagnoses.
According to WWE’s official report, Jade Cargill’s diagnosis includes “Deep Lumbar Paraspinal Muscle Contusions, Bruised Kidney, Sprained MCL in her right knee, Tibial Plateau Bone Bruise of her right knee, Facial Lacerations.” This comprehensive list of injuries indicates a serious impact, although the on-screen explanation is part of a storyline.
BREAKING: @Jade_Cargill has been diagnosed with the following injuries: Deep Lumbar Paraspinal Muscle Contusions, Bruised Kidney, Sprained MCL in her right knee, Tibial Plateau Bone Bruise of her right knee, Facial Lacerations. There is no timetable for her return. pic.twitter.com/E4JtOZOCoq
— WWE (@WWE) November 23, 2024
This storyline development has significant implications for WWE programming. Bayley has taken Cargill’s spot in the highly anticipated Women’s War Games match at Survivor Series. Furthermore, Lash Legend has replaced her in the Women’s United States Championship Tournament. Questions also arise regarding the future of the Women’s Tag Team Championship, currently held by Cargill and Belair, and whether they will be forced to vacate the titles due to Cargill’s simulated injuries.
Image: WWE wrestler Jade Cargill confidently poses on the ring ropes during Friday Night Smackdown, showcasing her athletic prowess before her injury diagnosis.
Adding another layer to the situation, reports from wrestling insider Dave Meltzer of Wrestling Observer Radio suggest that the storyline might be a cover for a legitimate injury Cargill is facing. Meltzer indicated that while the on-screen incident is fictional, it coincides with a real, undisclosed injury.
Meltzer stated on Wrestling Observer Radio that he was informed of a potential three-month minimum recovery period for Cargill. Intriguingly, details surrounding the actual injury are being kept highly confidential. According to Meltzer, even individuals within WWE and those close to Cargill are reportedly unaware of the specifics of her injury.
Meltzer and Bryan Alvarez speculated that a torn meniscus could be the actual injury, aligning with the provided WWE diagnosis and the estimated recovery timeline. However, the true nature of Cargill’s injury remains unconfirmed, known only to Cargill, her medical team, and potentially WWE management. The wrestling world awaits further updates on her condition and anticipated return.
Prior to her WWE debut, Jade Cargill established herself in AEW, making her debut in November 2020. She quickly rose to prominence, becoming the inaugural AEW TBS Champion and holding the title for an impressive 508 days. Her journey in professional wrestling began under the guidance of WWE Hall of Famer Mark Henry, and she honed her skills training with wrestling legends such as Ron Simmons, Dustin Rhodes, and Bryan Danielson.
Cargill transitioned to WWE and made her in-ring debut at the Royal Rumble in January 2024. Her partnership with Bianca Belair solidified her position as a top competitor in the women’s tag team division. Fans are eager for her swift and safe recovery, anticipating her return to the ring and continued dominance in WWE.
