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Nikki Garcia's WrestleMania 42 Absence Explained
20 Apr
Summary
- Nikki Garcia suffered a fractured, torn, and sprained ankle.
- She will be sidelined for an estimated 6-8 weeks.
- Paige replaced her at WrestleMania 42, winning Tag Team Championships.
WWE star Nikki Garcia recently revealed the extent of an ankle injury that prevented her from competing at WrestleMania 42. The injury, which occurred on April 18 in Las Vegas, involved a fracture, tear, and sprain. Garcia expressed the pain experienced over the preceding two weeks.
Garcia, a member of the Bella Twins, anticipates a recovery timeline of approximately six to eight weeks. This setback meant she could not join her sister, Brie Garcia, in the ring for the annual wrestling event held at Allegiant Stadium.
Paige (Saraya-Jade Bevis) stepped in to take Nikki's place in the tag team match. This substitution proved successful, as Paige and Brie Garcia went on to win the Women's Tag Team Championships. Nikki Garcia made a brief appearance at the event, walking out on crutches alongside her sister.
