Bianca Belair has shared an update on Instagram following her recent finger surgery, revealing new details about the lengthy ordeal that has kept her out of action for nearly a year.
In a feed post on Wednesday that included a graphic photo from the procedure, the three-time Women's Champion wrote that it has been 10 months since her injury, eight months of rehab, and five doctors before she finally underwent surgery this week.
And we are FINALLY here. Now I can finally start to put this behind me," Belair wrote. "Thank you so much Dr. Desai for hearing me and fixing me!
Belair also opened up about the complexity of the injury.
Fingers and JOINTS are complicated, frustrating, confusing, essential… if you don't get it… consider yourself lucky and I hope you never have to find out.
A 10-Month Nightmare
The EST suffered the injury during her Triple Threat match against Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY at WrestleMania 41 on April 20, 2025. What was initially believed to be a broken finger turned out to be a broken knuckle and joint, with Belair previously revealing the injury was far more complicated than expected.
She originally expected to be out just eight to 12 weeks. Instead, the recovery stretched to 10 months and required consultations with five different doctors before surgery was performed on Monday, February 17.
Belair has previously said the bone healed but her finger wouldn't bend, making it impossible to wrestle safely.
What's Next for The EST?
Belair began physical therapy just one day after surgery and has already been sharing clips of the rehabilitation.
Her only WWE appearance since the injury was serving as the special guest referee at WWE Evolution in July 2025 for the No Holds Barred match between Jade Cargill and Naomi.
The surgery should rule Belair out of competing at WrestleMania 42 on April 18-19 in Las Vegas. With a typical recovery timeline of two to four weeks for surgery but three to six months for full grip strength, SummerSlam 2026 appears to be a more realistic target for her in-ring return.
SEScoops wishes Bianca Belair a full and speedy recovery.
