WWE Chad Gable Confirms Rotator Cuff Injury, Surgery Underwent

WWE Superstar Chad Gable has confirmed that a rotator cuff injury has sidelined him from in-ring action, following surgery in July 2025. Speaking at a Minnesota Twins baseball game, Gable expressed optimism about the injury, appreciating the unexpected opportunity to spend more time with his family and enjoy activities he usually misses due to WWE's demanding schedule. Earlier in the year, Gable performed under the masked persona El Grande Americano, notably defeating Rey Fenix at WrestleMania 41, though the character has since been portrayed by Ludwig Kaiser during Gable's absence. Gable leads the American Made stable, which had a brief feud with The Wyatt Sicks before the storyline dissipated, contributing to fan frustration and the creation of the El Grande Americano character. The timeline for Gable's return remains uncertain, and his injury, along with others among top WWE stars, has prompted significant creative changes to major WWE events. Despite his absence, the El Grande Americano character continues to appear in WWE programming, maintaining Gable's presence in a different form.