Kevin Owens Cleared for WWE Return Just Weeks Before Comeback

Kevin Owens, a former WWE Universal Champion, announced that he was cleared to return to the ring just weeks prior to his comeback at SummerSlam 2026. He had been sidelined for several months due to a serious neck injury, having last competed before WrestleMania 41.

Owens participated in a Fatal 4-Way title match at SummerSlam, where he pinned Sami Zayn after executing a Stunner, securing a future Undisputed WWE Championship match against CM Punk. During the post-show, he shared that he had feared he might never wrestle again, expressing gratitude to his family, friends, and WWE's medical team for their support throughout his recovery.

He revealed that doctors had been monitoring his neck after surgery, but initial scans did not show the expected healing progress. Owens mentioned that only a few weeks ago, he received the news that he could return to the ring, marking a significant moment in his career.