A significant update has surfaced regarding a WWE star’s potential return after a lengthy injury hiatus. Ilja Dragunov, who has been out of action for over a year, has made an appearance at tonight’s SmackDown in San Jose, California.
Ilja Dragunov’s Injury History
Ilja Dragunov has been sidelined since suffering an injury during a non-televised match against GUNTHER in September 2024. The former NXT Champion has been gearing up for a return and was recently spotted in the ring wearing a knee brace.
Current Status and Speculations
- Dragunov has reportedly been working out in the ring.
- There is no confirmation on whether he will participate in tonight’s event.
- He has been on the cusp of returning for several weeks.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding his appearance, his presence at the event has sparked excitement among fans. Additionally, there has been a late change to the main event of SmackDown, originally scheduled to feature Drew McIntyre against Jacob Fatu.
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