Indiana Fever Guard Sophie Cunningham Progresses Toward Return from Ankle Injury

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has been sidelined since suffering a right ankle injury in the team’s final preseason game in May 2025. Despite missing the first two regular-season games, Cunningham has shown promising progress in practice, with head coach Stephanie White emphasizing caution to ensure a full recovery before her return to game action. Cunningham, a 28-year-old veteran recently acquired from the Phoenix Mercury, has been missed for her scoring and defensive contributions, with the Fever relying heavily on other bench players in her absence. White noted that Cunningham’s status remains day-to-day and that further tests and evaluations are necessary to avoid setbacks. Fans remain hopeful as Cunningham was seen participating in open practice sessions without visible pain, signaling a potential return in upcoming games against the Atlanta Dream. The Fever continue to balance their strong start to the season with the careful management of Cunningham’s injury to maintain long-term team health and performance.