WWE has confirmed that Liv Morgan will be sidelined for “several months” after suffering a shoulder injury during the June 16 episode of Monday Night Raw. The announcement was made by commentator Corey Graves during the June 23 broadcast, leaving fans wondering about the future of her Women’s Tag Team Championship reign alongside Raquel Rodriguez.
How Did Liv Morgan Get Hurt?
Morgan sustained the injury in a match against Kairi Sane when a single-leg takedown went wrong. As Sane dropped to her knees, Morgan landed face-first on the mat, with her right shoulder absorbing the impact. She immediately screamed in pain and rolled out of the ring, prompting referees and medical staff to intervene. The match was declared a forfeit win for Sane, and Morgan was helped backstage.
How Long Will Liv Morgan Be Out?
While WWE has not disclosed the exact diagnosis, Morgan is expected to miss significant time. Here’s what we know:
- If no surgery is required, recovery could take a few weeks (per the Mayo Clinic).
- If surgery is needed (like her 2023 labrum tear), she could be out 5-6 months.
- Potential return timeline:
- Survivor Series (November 29, 2025) – If out ~5 months.
- Royal Rumble (January 2026) – Similar to her 2024 return.
This isn’t Morgan’s first major shoulder setback—she missed six months in 2023 after a similar injury against Rhea Ripley.
What Happens to the WWE Women’s Tag Team Titles?
Morgan and Rodriguez are currently in their record-breaking fourth reign as champions, having won the belts at Raw After WrestleMania (April 21). WWE has yet to announce plans for the titles, but options include:
- Rodriguez finds a new partner to continue the reign.
- The titles are vacated due to Morgan’s absence.
- The team holds the belts until Morgan returns (if her recovery is short-term).
What’s Next for Liv Morgan?
Morgan was pulled from Fanatics Fest (June 20-22) due to the injury, and her in-ring future is now on hold. Given her history of shoulder issues, WWE may take a cautious approach to avoid reinjury.
Final Thoughts
Liv Morgan’s latest setback is a major blow to WWE’s women’s division, especially as she was in the middle of a red-hot tag team run. Fans will have to wait for further updates on her recovery—but if past injuries are any indication, she’ll come back stronger than ever.
