Wrestling enthusiasts around the world have been on edge, waiting for the return of Bray Wyatt, one of WWE’s biggest stars.
Absent from WWE programming since earlier this year, Bray Wyatt’s departure had fans questioning the reason behind this sudden hiatus. Now, inside reports from sources like Fightful Select shed light on a harrowing journey Wyatt underwent.
Six months have passed since Wyatt, known for his enigmatic and compelling presence, vanished from the screens. His absence came amid a promising feud with Bobby Lashley, building up to the much-anticipated WrestleMania 39. But the match was shockingly scrapped, leaving fans scratching their heads.
As it turns out, Bray Wyatt’s disappearance wasn’t a mere twist in the storyline. Instead, it was the result of a grave and undisclosed illness that was, at one point, both career and life-threatening, or in Sean Ross Sapp’s words, “very, very serious.”
This ailment saw Wyatt spend time in the hospital, which cast a shadow on his wrestling future and his very life.
Such revelations only serve to increase the respect and admiration fans have for this three-time world champion, whose commitment to captivating fans with his unique and unparalleled charisma knows no bounds. When Wyatt finally came back to the WWE in late October after he was released two years ago, he introduced fans to a new character. This fresh persona was an interesting blend of his previous Fiend and Eater of Word characters. Unfortunately, he couldn’t sustain his creative pivot. As noted in an out-of-character interview with Ryan Satin, Wyatt emphasized that “The Fiend died that day in Tampa, Florida at WrestleMania (37)…in my head, it’s gone forever.
Wyatt’s hiatus had a domino effect on potential storylines in the making as well, leaving Bobby Lashley dry for most of the year. It’s also believed that the WWE’s original plans for the WWE involved Eric Young and Alexa Bliss as well.
Yet, as fate would have it, the stars didn’t align. Alexa Bliss announced her pregnancy-related break, taking a maternity leave for the foreseeable future while Eric Young, in a dramatic turn of events, requested his release from WWE, opting not to work under Vince McMahon’s banner any longer. These series of events, coupled with Wyatt’s illness, led to the storyline’s inevitable dissolution.
But now, hope glimmers on the horizon.
Wyatt, despite the odds stacked against him, is inching closer to being medically cleared to wrestle. Creative ideas for his anticipated return are already being brainstormed, with whispers of a September comeback. While his return would undoubtedly bring joy to the millions of fans worldwide, WWE’s primary concern is Wyatt’s well-being.
With his return, Wyatt is poised to reinforce his position as one of WWE’s premier attractions.
While challenges remain – such as how WWE will continue to leverage Wyatt’s strengths as an enigmatic star while negotiating the intricacies of his unique character – fans remain optimistic. Bray Wyatt’s return is not just a celebration of a wrestler’s recovery but a testament to the indomitable spirit of a man who, against all odds, is ready to step back into the ring.
Fingers crossed, Bray Wyatt will be ready by the time Halloween rolls around, which will see a new Monday Night RAW episode just a day before and the company’s next Premium Live Event in Saudi Arabia later the same week.
