Kota Ibushi Official Injury Diagnosis Revealed

AEW

An official update has been shared on Kota Ibushi after the AEW star recently suffered injuries during a match, with the exact nature of his injuries revealed.

Ibushi was in action in the main event of the January 2 Pro Wrestling NOAH The New Year 2024 show, defeating Naomichi Marufuji in singles action .

Following reports that Ibushi was taken to hospital after injuring his ankles during the match, the Japanese star took to Twitter to indicate that he’s set to have surgery.

Pro Wrestling NOAH has now released a statement on Ibushi, noting:

Kota Ibushi, who sustained an injury at Pro Wrestling NOAH’s Ariake Arena event on January 2nd, has been diagnosed with a right tibiofibular ligament tear and a right ankle lateral ligament complex injury as a result of a more thorough examination than his initial diagnosis.

Ibushi is scheduled to undergo another detailed examination of his left leg and to concentrate on treatment. We will inform you of his progress as soon as we know more.

We apologize for any inconvenience and concern this may cause our fans and other concerned parties as we ask for their cooperation & understanding in light of the situation.

Thank you very much.

Ibushi last wrestled for AEW on the November 15 edition of Dynamite, teaming with Kenny Omega, Chris Jericho and Paul Wight to defeat Brian Cage, Konosuke Takeshita, Kyle Fletcher and Powerhouse Hobbs in a Street Fight.

We will continue to provide updates on the situation as they become available.

We wish Ibushi a safe and healthy recovery.

Via F4WOnline. 

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