Kevin Owens suffered an apparent knee injury during a WWE live event on Sunday in North Charleston, South Carolina. He had to be helped to the back after the match. The injury happened during his bout against The Miz. Owens appeared to hurt his knee early in the match.
Referee Charles Robinson and Miz worked through an extended sequence to give Owens time to recover. Miz even argued a two-count was actually three. Owens eventually got to his feet, hit a Stunner, and won the match. He rolled to the floor afterward and was walked backstage, favoring his leg. WWE has not issued an official update on his condition.
The injury comes at a crucial time. Owens is in the middle of the Undisputed WWE Championship picture. He is one of three men still alive in a number one contender’s race. The other two are Gunther and Finn Balor. A triple threat match between them ended in a no contest on SmackDown. Sami Zayn attacked all three and stood tall with the title. Nick Aldis has not yet named a challenger. SNME is set for September 6, but no championship match has been announced yet.
Owens had just returned to action on August 2. It was his first match in 17 months. He had been out with neck and spinal problems that required surgery. He had challenged CM Punk for the title on August 21. He lost when Zayn hit him with the championship. Owens had also beaten The Miz on Saturday without any issues.
Kevin Owens Opens Up About His Injury and WWE Return
Kevin Owens has revealed that there was never a guarantee he would wrestle again after his neck and spinal injury. He spoke to the Toronto Sun about his long and uncertain recovery process.
He said he knew something was wrong as early as January. But the medical staff could not find the exact issue because his symptoms did not suggest a spinal cord injury or a neck problem. He continued wrestling for a while. He managed to get through a ladder match with Cody Rhodes at the Royal Rumble without major issues. But after his match at the Elimination Chamber, his legs were not functioning properly. They were not responding the way they should. That was when he knew something serious was going on.
Doctors finally did an MRI and found damage and told him he needed surgery immediately. But his case was more complicated than others because of a condition in the way his bones grew in his neck. That made the situation more uncertain. From the moment he was told he needed surgery to the moment he was cleared to return, there was never a guarantee that he would get back in the ring.
He returned on August 2 after 17 months away. He has since been involved in the Undisputed WWE Championship picture. His comeback has been a long and difficult journey. He has come a long way from a time when his career was in serious doubt.
Talks About Sami Zayn’s WWE Championship Victory
Kevin Owens recently shared his thoughts on Sami Zayn winning the WWE Championship. Zayn won the title at Night of Champions 2026. Owens was happy for his real-life friend.
Owens spoke to the Toronto Sun about their long history. He said their careers have been linked for over 20 years. They went everywhere together. Owens said they are more like brothers than friends. He said they spent countless hours together in cars driving to shows. They struggled together and saw each other succeed. He said they have been partners and enemies many times. But their bond stays the same.
Owens was not there in person when Zayn won the title. He made sure to visit Raw a few days later to see him with the championship. He said it was special to see someone he has shared so much with achieve his biggest dream.
The storyline has since taken a turn. Zayn cost Owens a title match against CM Punk on SmackDown in Toronto. Both are now involved in the WWE Title picture. Their friendship and rivalry continue to play out on television. But Owens made it clear that their real-life bond remains strong. He is proud of what Zayn has accomplished.
FAQs
Q. What injury did Kevin Owens suffer?
A. Kevin Owens suffered an apparent knee injury.
Q. Who was Kevin Owens wrestling when he got injured?
A. Owens was wrestling The Miz at the live event.
Q. Did Kevin Owens finish the match?
A. Yes. Owens hit a Stunner and won the match.
Q. Has WWE confirmed Owens’ injury?
A. No. WWE has not issued an official update.
Q. When did Kevin Owens return to WWE action?
A. Owens returned on August 2 after 17 months away.
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