Former “WWE Raw” Tag Team Champion Ivar has been officially written off WWE television following a serious injury sustained during an attack by Gallus on “WWE NXT.” The news of his indefinite sidelining has left fans and colleagues alike concerned about his future in the ring. Ivar later confirmed the severity of his injury, indicating that he is now considering several options for his career moving forward.
In the wake of this uncertainty, Ivar’s long-time tag team partner, Erik, took to social media to offer some heartfelt encouragement. On X (formerly known as Twitter), Erik wrote, “Love you @Ivar_WWE. Neither of us were ever supposed to make it this far. You’ll beat this one too. And the Raid will return with a brand new bad. Viking Strong!”
With Ivar now out of action for the foreseeable future, he joins Erik on the proverbial shelf. Erik’s last match took place on the September 14 episode of “WWE Main Event,” where he and Ivar defeated Cedric Alexander and Shelton Benjamin. Less than two months later, Erik underwent neck fusion surgery on his C6 and C7 cervical spine. Ivar underwent a similar double fusion neck surgery in 2020 after a suicide dive exacerbated his existing neck issues.
Despite his neck surgery, Ivar has been wrestling as if he’s been on borrowed time. His determination and resilience have been evident to all who have followed his career. No matter what lies ahead for him, Ivar has expressed his gratitude for the support and belief of his fans and colleagues. His last in-ring appearance was on the April 30 episode of “NXT,” where he unsuccessfully challenged Oba Femi for the NXT North American Championship.
The Viking Raiders, known for their fierce and unyielding style, have faced numerous challenges throughout their careers. This latest setback is significant, but Erik’s message of solidarity and hope underscores the bond between the two wrestlers. Fans are eagerly waiting and hoping for Ivar’s recovery and eventual return to the ring.
For more updates on Ivar’s condition and future developments, follow the latest news on [Wrestling Inc](https://www.wrestlinginc.com/1585169/absent-wwe-star-sends-love-ivar-following-major-injury-news/).
