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Sami Zayn Provides Injury Update, Battling Through Lingering Ailments

Posted By: Ben Jordan Kerin on Aug 16, 2023

Sami Zayn has given an update regarding his injury status, revealing that he has been contending with persistent discomfort. Zayn, who makes up one part of the WWE Tag Team Champions, faced an unexpected setback on the August 7 edition of WWE Raw. A surprise backstage assault by JD McDonagh prevented him from participating in the scheduled match. Observant fans noticed an unusual appearance of Zayn's elbow, sparking speculations about a potential injury.

The August 14 episode featured Michael Cole disclosing that Zayn was grappling with traumatic olecranon bursitis. Despite this, Zayn triumphed over JD McDonagh in a solo bout. In a conversation on the show "Out of Character with Ryan Satin," Zayn addressed his elbow issue. He revealed that he's been grappling with persistent injuries, none of which are grave enough to keep him away from action. Zayn acknowledged that his elbow isn't in the best condition but reassured that it will recover.

Speaking metaphorically, Zayn drew a comparison between his own experiences and the world of professional sports during a recent interview. "I’ve had a lot of issues, I guess for a while that you’re just kind of battling through," Zayn shared. He highlighted how fans often witness athletes competing at the highest level despite hidden injuries, paralleling his own journey in the entertainment world.

Drawing inspiration from the resilience displayed by hockey players, particularly during grueling playoff seasons, Zayn delved into his personal challenges. "So [my elbow] is part of a nagging injury that’s just kind of gotten a little bit worse after this past week’s heinous attacks by JD McDonagh, for which there will be revenge," he stated, hinting at an incident that affected his elbow. While Zayn did not elaborate on the context of the "heinous attacks," he alluded to a physical altercation of sorts.

Zayn's revelations didn't stop at his elbow injury. He opened up about his broader health struggles, acknowledging that he has been contending with a series of "little nagging injuries" over time. Despite these obstacles, Zayn emphasized that he has been fortunate enough not to face injuries that could sideline him completely. "But yeah, there have been some little injuries, but knock on wood, thank god, I’m pretty healthy overall," he assured.

As Zayn matured in his career, he acknowledged the changing perspective that comes with age and experience. "You start to think about this stuff a little bit more as you get older, and you’ve been doing it for 21 years, and you’re like, ‘Oh, there’s definitely not another 21 on the backside of this.’ So you’re definitely closer to the end than the beginning," he reflected.

While addressing his health concerns, Zayn's focus remains resolutely on delivering music to his fans. He expressed gratitude for his enduring health and looked forward to addressing the minor setbacks with diligence. "So maintaining your health and addressing those nagging injuries, I think that’ll become more important. But I still managed to give you a long-winded answer to a very easy question. My elbow’s alright, it’ll be okay. It’s not great, but it will be okay," Zayn concluded, maintaining his signature candor.

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, Ben Jordan Kerin Aug 16, 2023 01:39PM

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