An apparent knee injury to Seth Rollins brought his match against LA Knight to an abrupt and unplanned conclusion during the Saturday Night’s Main Event broadcast. The incident has cast immediate doubt on his future status and forced significant changes to WWE’s on-air plans.
The moment occurred midway through their match when Rollins performed a backflip from the second rope. He landed awkwardly and his knee buckled, causing him to immediately go down to the canvas. After moving to the corner, Rollins called for medical attention, which brought ringside staff into the ring to assess his condition.
Following a brief discussion between Rollins and the medical personnel, the decision was made to end the match. Rollins struggled to his feet and took a BFT from LA Knight, who secured the pinfall victory. Reports from the event indicate that the original plan was for Rollins to win, with the change in outcome being a direct result of the injury. After the match, Rollins was unable to leave the ring on his own and was helped to the back by the medical team.
The impact of the injury was felt throughout the remainder of the broadcast. The final 40 minutes of the show were reportedly altered on the fly to accommodate the situation, with at least one planned segment being scrapped.
This development is particularly concerning given Rollins’ history with significant knee injuries. While the prevailing belief backstage is that the injury is legitimate, a conflicting report from Dave Meltzer on Wrestling Observer Radio noted a source had suggested a potential injury angle was discussed earlier in the week.
WWE has yet to release an official statement on the severity of the injury. Rollins’ status as the current Mr. Money in the Bank now hangs in the balance, with his contract for a championship match valid until June 2026. Any long-term absence would likely force a major shift in creative plans heading toward SummerSlam.