Brian Cage Faces Extended Absence Due to Torn Quad Injury

AEW wrestler Brian Cage is expected to be out of action for up to a year after suffering a torn quadriceps, a more serious injury than initially thought. Cage had been working through leg pain for several months before his left leg gave out during an independent match, which led to the diagnosis and subsequent surgery. Despite the typical year-long recovery timeline for such injuries, Cage is determined to return to the ring sooner and has already begun rehabilitation. This injury forced changes to planned matches, including his removal from a tag title bout at AEW Dynasty, and has left a significant gap in AEW's roster given his prominent status in the company. Cage's absence is seen as a major setback given his momentum and the belief among wrestling veterans that he deserves a bigger push within AEW.