NJPW star SANADA has suffered what appears to be an orbital bone fracture during his match with Will Ospreay. As a result of this injury, SANADA has been removed from the NJPW New Japan Cup Tournament.
The official announcement from NJPW reads:
In last night’s main event in Shizuoka against Will Ospreay, SANADA sustained an injury that led to the match being stopped. On medical evaluation at a nearby hospital, it was determined that SANADA has sustained a fractured left orbital bone.
As a result, SANADA will not compete in tonight’s scheduled six-man tag team match in Korakuen Hall, and will at minimum miss the remainder of the new japan Cup tour.
We apologize to fans who were looking forward to seeing SANADA wrestle and appreciate your understanding.
There is currently no timetable for SANADA’s return to action. New Japan Pro-Wrestling joins fans in wishing SANADA the best in his recovery.