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Kevin Owens to Undergo Neck Surgery, Eyes SummerSlam Return

7/12/2025

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Kevin Owens has been sidelined from WWE for months following a serious neck injury from grueling matches in early 2025, forcing the cancellation of his WrestleMania 41 appearance. Wrestling insider Dave Meltzer reports that Owens is set for neck surgery in mid-July, with hopes of a triumphant return by SummerSlam 2026, depending on his recovery.

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Kevin Owens has been sidelined from WWE for months following a serious neck injury from grueling matches in early 2025, forcing the cancellation of his WrestleMania 41 appearance. Wrestling insider Dave Meltzer reports that Owens is set for neck surgery in mid-July, with hopes of a triumphant return by SummerSlam 2026, depending on his recovery.