WWE News Roundup - Star demands apology from Becky Lynch in deleted tweet, big name to miss Royal Rumble, doctor comments on Nikki Bella's return (January 8th, 2022)

#4. Sasha Banks to miss WWE Royal Rumble 2022

As confirmed by WWE, Sasha Banks will miss around 6-8 weeks of TV time due to a foot injury.

Sasha Banks suffered the injury at a recent WWE Live Event where she took on Charlotte Flair in a singles match. After the bout, the former women's champion had to be carried away to the backstage area. Fans at the venue noted that the referee put up the 'X' sign, which indicated that her injury might have been severe.

Thankfully for Sasha Banks, she didn't sustain any fractures and is expected to return within two months. Here's WWE's statement on Sasha Banks' injury:

"Sasha Banks suffered a foot injury at a WWE Live Event in Fayetteville, NC, Sunday night. Although nothing is broken, an MRI has revealed a bruised calcaneus bone, and she will be out of action for 6-8 weeks."

Sasha Banks also reacted to WWE's tweet by sending a warning to the women's roster ahead of the Royal Rumble show:

"Enjoy it ladies cause when I come back, I'm coming back... for everything. 30 women just got real lucky!" tweeted Sasha Banks.

Sportskeeda Wrestling sends its best wishes to Sasha Banks and prays for her speedy recovery and return.

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#3. Nikki Bella's doctor reacts to her WWE in-ring return

Nikki and Brie Bella were amongst the participants confirmed for the 30-women Royal Rumble match, and the surprise announcement has been well-received by wrestling fans.

Nikki Bella was forced to retire from an active in-ring competition after a cyst was found in her brain in 2019.

The former Divas Champion has always spoken about her desire to wrestle again, and she has worked hard to overcome her medical issues. Nikki Bella's doctor, Juan Santiago Uribe, has been by her side throughout the journey, and he reacted to the star's Rumble return with a thoughtful Instagram post:

"Everyone will see you fighting on TV, but I've seen you fighting (and winning!) to get back in that ring. Thanks for your loyalty and support @thenikkibella," wrote Juan Uribe.

Nikki Bella last wrestled a singles match at Evolution 2018, where she lost to Ronda Rousey in a RAW Women's Championship match. Bella also posted a tweet after the Royal Rumble announcement and dedicated her impending comeback to son Teo:

"Before I jump into bed…January 29th 2022 will be for Teo. BabyRed heart Look out for the little one ringside matching his mommy in a Fearless Nikki jersey. Loudly crying faceSparkles Dreams do come true. Miracles can happen."

Are you excited to see Nikki and Brie back in the ring?