As of 6:00 PM EST on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the wrestling world is dominated by injury fallout from the Royal Rumble and major contract developments heading into the "Road to WrestleMania 42."
Below is a summary of the top 7 most important stories, compiled from Fightful Select, PWInsider, and the Wrestling Observer.
1. Bron Breakker Undergoes Surgery; WrestleMania Status in Jeopardy
According to PWInsider and Wrestling Observer Live, Bron Breakker has undergone surgery for a serious hernia. The injury reportedly predated last week’s episode of WWE Raw, but was significantly worsened during a segment where he flipped over an announce table. While Fightful Select reports that some within WWE are "hopeful" he could make a quick recovery for WrestleMania 42 (April 18–19 in Las Vegas), Bryan Alvarez noted a growing internal feeling that he will not be cleared in time. His planned high-profile match, rumored to be against a returning Seth Rollins, is currently being reworked.
2. AJ Styles Contract Update and Retirement Limbo
Following his "Career Threatening" loss to Gunther at the Royal Rumble, PWInsider’s Mike Johnson reports that AJ Styles’ WWE contract status remains in flux. Styles chose the Royal Rumble for his retirement match because it marked the 10-year anniversary of his WWE debut. While he is currently "retired" on screen, the two sides are still in active discussions for a new deal. Styles has reportedly turned down multiple AEW offers in the past and is considering a behind-the-scenes role, though he teased a "never say never" return on Stephanie McMahon’s podcast if the opportunity to tag with his son arises.
3. Joe Hendry Kicks Off New Era as NXT Champion
Fightful and WWE Official News confirmed that new NXT Champion Joe Hendry will kick off tonight’s episode of NXT on the CW Network. Hendry won the title in a Ladder Match last week, a move that has reportedly sparked massive internal praise for the TNA-WWE partnership's success. Tonight’s show also features a pivotal "pinfall earns a title shot" tag match between Sol Ruca/Zaria and Kendal Grey/Wren Sinclair, as Shawn Michaels begins locking in the card for NXT Stand & Deliver.
4. WrestleMania 42 Injury Report: Seth Rollins & Bianca Belair
The Wrestling Observer provides an update on two of WWE's biggest stars. Seth Rollins, who has been out since Crown Jewel 2025 with a shoulder injury, is expected to be the "masked attacker" who targeted Bron Breakker and is still on track for a WrestleMania return. Meanwhile, Bianca Belair (out since WrestleMania 41 with a broken finger and subsequent rehab complications) is internally listed for a tag team match at WrestleMania 42. Reports indicate her recovery has been "rough," but WWE is committed to having her involved in the Las Vegas event.
5. Kenny Omega Addresses Future and AEW Roster Evolution
In a major interview highlighted by Fightful, Kenny Omega spoke about his current role in AEW, emphasizing the need to "trust the future" and stop relying on a small group of established stars. Omega, who is set for a face-to-face confrontation with Swerve Strickland on tomorrow's Dynamite, hinted that while he believes he can still main-event, his focus is now on "building the next generation." This comes amid rumors of a major AEW signing spree as the company prepares for Grand Slam Australia on February 14.
6. NJPW/Stardom: The New Beginning and Kamitani’s Grit
NJPW is finalizing the card for The New Beginning in Osaka (Feb 11), featuring Yota Tsuji defending his "4th Belt" (the unified IWGP World/Global title) against Jake Lee. In Stardom news, President Taro Okada issued an official statement praising Saya Kamitani for finishing her Supreme Fight main event against Starlight Kid despite a gruesome dislocated finger. Kamitani successfully defended her World of Stardom Championship and will take a short hiatus to heal.
7. Passing of Tadao Yasuda and Jim Shank
The wrestling community is mourning two losses today. Dave Meltzer reported the passing of former IWGP Heavyweight Champion Tadao Yasuda at age 62. Yasuda was a major figure in the early 2000s "Inoki-ism" era. Additionally, WWE officially paid tribute on Raw to long-time Technical Operations Manager Jim Shank, who passed away after a battle with cancer. High-profile figures including Cody Rhodes, Chris Jericho, and Kevin Owens reportedly contributed significantly to a GoFundMe for his family.
Other Quick Hits:
WWE Raw Netflix Ratings: The February 2nd episode drew 3.1 million global views, ranking 6th worldwide on the platform.
Lucha Libre: TheCubsFan reports CMLL’s El Pegasso was arrested over a domestic incident; meanwhile, Santos Escobar released a cinematic promo for AAA teasing a "freedom from ego" character shift.
# WrestleMania 42 Chaos: Bron Breakker Surgery, AJ Styles Retirement Update, and Huge AEW News
The "Road to WrestleMania 42" has hit a major speed bump. As of Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the professional wrestling landscape is reeling from a series of high-profile injuries, contract negotiations, and emotional farewells. From the fallout of a historic Royal Rumble to the expansion of the TNA-WWE partnership, here is everything you need to know about the current state of the industry.
## 1. Bron Breakker Undergoes Surgery; WrestleMania Status in Jeopardy
In a massive blow to the WWE Raw roster, **Bron Breakker** has officially undergone surgery for a serious hernia. According to *PWInsider* and *Wrestling Observer Live*, the powerhouse had been working through the injury, but it was severely exacerbated during a spot where he flipped over an announce table last week.
While *Fightful Select* reports that some in the front office are holding out hope for a "miracle recovery" in time for WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas (April 18–19), Bryan Alvarez noted that internal sentiment is leaning toward him being sidelined. This puts his rumored high-profile clash with a returning Seth Rollins in serious jeopardy, forcing creative to scramble for a "Plan B."
## 2. AJ Styles Contract Update: Is "The Phenomenal One" Done?
Following his emotional "Career Threatening" loss to Gunther at the Royal Rumble, fans have been wondering if they’ve seen the last of **AJ Styles**. *PWInsider’s* Mike Johnson reports that while Styles is currently "retired" on television, his actual WWE contract status is still in flux.
Styles intentionally chose the Rumble for his exit to bookend his 10-year WWE anniversary. However, talks for a new deal are ongoing. While he has reportedly turned down past AEW offers, Styles is currently weighing a transition to a behind-the-scenes role. Interestingly, he teased on Stephanie McMahon’s podcast that he might lace up the boots one last time if he gets the chance to tag with his son.
## 3. The "Joe Hendry Era" Officially Begins on NXT
The "I Believe" movement has reached its pinnacle. New NXT Champion **Joe Hendry** is set to kick off tonight’s episode of NXT on the CW Network. Hendry’s title win in last week’s Ladder Match has been hailed internally as the ultimate proof of concept for the TNA-WWE partnership.
Beyond the championship celebration, Shawn Michaels is looking toward *NXT Stand & Deliver*. Tonight features a high-stakes tag match between Sol Ruca/Zaria and Kendal Grey/Wren Sinclair, with a title shot hanging in the balance.
## 4. WrestleMania 42 Injury Report: Seth Rollins & Bianca Belair
The *Wrestling Observer* has provided a health update on two cornerstones of the WWE roster:
* **Seth "Freakin" Rollins:** Despite being out since *Crown Jewel 2025*, Rollins is reportedly on track for a WrestleMania return. Rumors suggest he is the "masked attacker" who took out Bron Breakker, setting up a revenge storyline if Breakker is cleared.
* **Bianca Belair:** "The EST" has had a "rough" recovery from a broken finger and subsequent complications. However, she is currently penciled in for a tag team match in Las Vegas. WWE is determined to have her on the card, even in a limited capacity.
## 5. Kenny Omega Calls for AEW Roster Evolution
In a candid interview with *Fightful*, **Kenny Omega** addressed the shifting landscape of AEW. Ahead of his massive face-to-face confrontation with Swerve Strickland on *Dynamite*, Omega emphasized that it is time for the company to "trust the future" rather than relying on the original "Elite" guard.
This "youth movement" comes at a critical time as AEW prepares for *Grand Slam Australia* on February 14. Rumors are swirling that Tony Khan is in the midst of a significant signing spree to bolster the roster for the second half of 2026.
## 6. NJPW/Stardom: Blood, Grit, and The New Beginning
New Japan Pro Wrestling is finalized for *The New Beginning in Osaka* (Feb 11), headlined by **Yota Tsuji** defending the unified IWGP World/Global title against **Jake Lee**.
Over in Stardom, the talk of the town is **Saya Kamitani**. President Taro Okada issued a statement praising Kamitani’s incredible toughness after she finished her *Supreme Fight* main event against Starlight Kid with a "gruesome" dislocated finger. Kamitani successfully defended her World of Stardom Championship but will take a short break to recover.
## 7. Wrestling Community Mourns Tadao Yasuda and Jim Shank
It is a somber day for the industry as we lose two influential figures. Former IWGP Heavyweight Champion **Tadao Yasuda** has passed away at age 62. Yasuda was a polarizing but vital figure during NJPW’s "Inoki-ism" era.
WWE also paid tribute to **Jim Shank**, a long-time Technical Operations Manager who lost his battle with cancer. The wrestling family has rallied behind Shank, with stars like Cody Rhodes, Chris Jericho, and Kevin Owens contributing significantly to a GoFundMe for his family.
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### Quick Hits:
* **Netflix Success:** *WWE Raw* on Netflix continues to trend, drawing 3.1 million global views for the February 2nd episode.
* **Lucha News:** CMLL’s El Pegasso was involved in a domestic incident arrest, while **Santos Escobar** has debuted a new "freedom from ego" cinematic character for AAA.
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