Report: Latest On The Health Of Two Top Stars

[Jack-Hammer]

Over the course of the past few weeks, according to a report from the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, some of the hottest talk in WWE backstage revolves around the health of Daniel Bryan and The Undertaker.

As far as Taker, the WON alleges that Taker is still pretty banged up from his WrestleMania XXX match. He's healed up enough to where he's been able to resume working out in the past few weeks, but the cumulative effects of the wear & tear coupled with the injuries he's had over the past several years look to have taken their toll. The report further alleges that a source, someone supposedly close to Taker, asked Taker if he'll return at WrestleMania XXXI for another match and that Taker's response was that it wasn't looking good.

As far as Daniel Bryan is concerned, the WON alleges that Bryan's rehab isn't going as fast as it was expected. The source, again someone that's allegedly close to Bryan, states that not only Bryan's rehab going slower than anticipated, but that he's also losing strength in one of his arms while doing rehab.

IF these reports are indeed valid, then it's some pretty grim news.

After seeing Taker at WrestleMania XXX, the overall condition he seemed to be in and the injuries he sustained on top of all the other issues that seem to have struck all at once in the past 5 or 6 years, it might be best if he doesn't return. Personally, I feel he has nothing to prove and if his match at WrestleMania XXX is indicative of the best efforts that he can muster going forward, then he should hang it up rather than risk doing something to further jeopardize his health and his legacy.

It's been a roller coaster of a year for Daniel Bryan. Over the course of the past 2 months, Bryan's experienced the biggest highs and lows of both his professional and personal life. He has two great matches at WrestleMania XXX culminating with winning the WWE World Heavyweight Championship in what was an epic WrestleMania moment. Soon after, he gets married to Brie Bella and embarks upon his honeymoon. One week later, on the day he returns from his honeymoon to get back to work, he's informed just a handful of hours before Raw hits the air that his father suddenly passed away. Finally, over the course of the last month, Bryan reveals that he has to undergo neck surgery to fix what is, essentially, a severely pinched nerve brought about by the physical style he's wrestled over the course of 15 years. Again, IF the report on him is legit, then Bryan's run as champion may have an anti-climactic end. It isn't anyone's fault, it's just one of those roadblocks that pop up in one's life, but it still sucks all the same.

 

[Viola Moonlight]

The streak was the only reason why the Undertaker came back for the last few years to wrestle and since it is now broken, there is no more attraction. With all his injuries and how his work-rate has noticeably dropped, this is Undertaker's chance to hang up the boots before he seriously destroys his body.

As for Daniel Bryan, his slower recovery might be the best thing going for everyone. It gives Bryan extra time to get back to full health;, we'll get a very interesting multi-man Ladder match for the World Heavyweight championship and possibly even a second Ladder match for the Money in the Bank contract (more chances for others to shine and put on a good performance); and Bryan will get another short storyline in chasing the title, something that made him very interesting. Basically, the WWE can have the end game at SummerSlam where Daniel Bryan overcomes everything and finally wins the title with the Authority simply giving up and letting him be their champion. It's a win-win for everyone.

The other alternative, if Bryan is healthy enough to compete, should give us a solid Kane/Bryan match (like they did at Extreme Rules) and we still get a Ladder match so it isn't that bad either.

 

[BillAlfonsos_Whistle]

Even if Daniel Bryan never steps foot in a ring again (I certainly hope that isn't the case) he is already one of the biggest legends of all time in my mind.


From the indies to the TOP!
And somehow it is very different from CM Punk who could boast the same thing.

 

[Creepy Old Man]

The streak was the only reason why the Undertaker came back for the last few years to wrestle and since it is now broken, there is no more attraction.

With all due respect I don't really get this line of thought. Much of the IWC has been complaining about the predictability of Undertaker's WrestleMania matches for a while. This year, it was an absolute given that Lesnar would lose, considering his part-time status. Except, he was in fact booked to win. It was time to kill off the albatross.

If Sting comes in, there's actually a possibility that he might win in the fans' minds, lending some intrigue to the match.

 

[r2d2ott]

Honestly, I don't know how Brock can be part time, and Taker not be considered the same. I sure as hell know that I didn't see Taker when Raw came to my town, but Brock and Heyman made shit hardcore all up in the arena.

 

[RicSpade]

Bryan if he never wrestled again I feel has nothing to prove, in a short amount of time he is one of the most over superstars in WWE History next to Rock, Austin, Punk, Cena, Hogan, HBK, Taker (bottom of the list compared to these guys of course) he has won the most important titles, he has performed on the level of a HBK almost everytime he has been in the ring. We would love to see more, but if he had to retire early like Edge then, then I'd respect that, and if he comes back I'll be excited because he has a great wrestling skill that tops most.

Taker I was ok with him losing to Lesnar, and thats only because pro wrestling use to be that any man could beat anyone on any given day and Taker losing proved it, if he never came back I would be ok because Taker has nothing left to prove for anyone, even if he did a I can beat Brock match its still not worth it. He will heal but be remembered as a great legend enough said.

 

[Justin Satiable]

I have the same nerve problem as Bryan but I haven't had surgery for it and it's alleviated by itself over time. That being said, I still have less feeling in my right hand than my left, and I still get horrible electric pains in my neck and down through my arm. When it's at its worst, it really sucks, and it sounds like Bryan's got a severe case. The dude should rest up and do what he has to do, nerve shit is serious, mess it up too bad and it'll never be repaired. I reckon he'll wrestle again but he shouldn't rush or be rushed.

As for Taker, I think it's time to bow out. Put him in the Hall of Fame at WMXXXI and give him the big sendoff he deserves. He has no reason to wrestle again now and he's already given literally as he has physically to entertain us. It's hard to respect anyone more than him at this point, and it would be a shame if he continued putting himself through all this pain.

 

[Pedigree1]

Indeed not good news on two of the top stars of the company.. Undertaker,has really suffered injury after injury these past five or six years or so.. This is not surprising at all,that is he still banged up. WMXXX was not undertakers best match at all,he looked his age,looked like the wear and tear finally caught up with him.. I personally feel that he should hang em up!

Nothing to prove with Undertaker he is arguably a top three star of all-time! No lower five. Daniel Bryan though,neck issues are no joke.. Its alarming that his rehab is going slower than expected and im hoping he will be cleared by MITB.. Its been a rollercoaster ride indeed for Daniel,winning the title at WM,his father passing away,getting married,and getting injured.. I feel for DB,one roadblock after another! It sucks big time for Taker and DB

 

[JoeyJoeJoe]

The thing that gets me right now is that Daniel Bryan has already won the title...he beat Triple H and he defeated Evolution, and he got to hold the belts by himself in the center of the ring.

If this were a movie, that'd be the final fadeout and now, roll credits...

There's nothing really to be gained right now by actually KEEPING that strap on Bryan. In fact, WWE has been given the perfect scenario to keep interest and the spotlight on him. Injuries are forcing him to relinquish the title. He'll never been pinned for the belt, he's being forced to give it up. That's just a great way to make whoever gets the belt next seem even more heelish. This song and dance they've been doing with Brie Bella, Stephanie McMahon and Kane has just been a stupid farce.

As for the Undertaker...it's so time to hang it up, it's painful. It was impossible to watch his match with Lesnar without wincing. The guy looked like he's going to collapse in the middle of the match. There's a believability aspect that's crucial to Undertaker's character, and right now, he's lost it as a viable in-ring competitor.

 

[bioshock]

Bryan still has plenty of time, guy can really make some progress in a few weeks time. As for Undertaker who cares, guy is OLD of course he isn't going to heal up quickly, you make it sound as if he has a match coming up in a month, Undertaker is on vacation for the next 9 months most likely. Has all the time in the world to heal up and hit the gym.

 

[J.J.]

I'm still trying to figure out how Undertaker is still considered a top star lol. If he ever comes back I would love to see him vow revenge against Lesnar at Survivor Series and go out that way. Something like a buried alive or casket match. I definitely don't want to see him in a program with Sting - maybe back in 2001 but not now.

As for Daniel Bryan I just wish they would take the titles and give him the time to heal properly.

 

[Trill Co$by]

As impossible as it may seem, I think that Undertaker just added a new depth to his character. I hope he's able to get back and finish it. Let's face it, we've all seen Taker mow through opponents at Mania. Some put up great fights, but in the end Taker prevailed. So now that the streak's been defeated, and now that a challenger has awoken... how can Undertaker fight back? I really think that if he gets healthy enough, Taker could come back at Survivor Series in sort of an HBK fashion when he lost to Taker the first time... And again, set up for a Career match, where Lesnar then ends the career of Taker.

That sounds lame to some of those who hate part timers... but let's put it like this. How would defeating the guy who conquered UFC, conquered the streak, and then conquered the Undertaker and made him retire NOT help a younger superstar?

As for Daniel Bryan, well he's got a lot of time left in him hopefully. Also, I would have to assume that the constant traveling isn't doing him any favors. So maybe WWE should stop making him travel, strip the titles of him, and then wait until he comes back [if he can]. It seems like the best scenario in my opinion.

 

[J.J.]

As impossible as it may seem, I think that Undertaker just added a new depth to his character. I hope he's able to get back and finish it. Let's face it, we've all seen Taker mow through opponents at Mania. Some put up great fights, but in the end Taker prevailed. So now that the streak's been defeated, and now that a challenger has awoken... how can Undertaker fight back? I really think that if he gets healthy enough, Taker could come back at Survivor Series in sort of an HBK fashion when he lost to Taker the first time... And again, set up for a Career match, where Lesnar then ends the career of Taker.

That sounds lame to some of those who hate part timers... but let's put it like this. How would defeating the guy who conquered UFC, conquered the streak, and then conquered the Undertaker and made him retire NOT help a younger superstar?

As for Daniel Bryan, well he's got a lot of time left in him hopefully. Also, I would have to assume that the constant traveling isn't doing him any favors. So maybe WWE should stop making him travel, strip the titles of him, and then wait until he comes back [if he can]. It seems like the best scenario in my opinion.

How is Undertaker losing to WM 30 not enough for Brock Lesnar to put over any younger talent? It takes him losing again to make it believable? Lol Considering how Undertaker exit the ring to a standing ovation was good enough in my eyes.

 

[Dagger Dias]

As far as Undertaker is concerned, it may be time to finally retire. He's had a career like no other and is unquestionably a legend among legends. The streak ended, whether we agree with the way it happened or not, and it was the main reason for him to keep returning. There is only so much that one human being can endure before age and/or injuries catch up to them. This would be a perfect time for him to retire. Induct him into the Hall of Fame and if he is up to it (or can get cleared for it) compete at Wrestlemania one final time when it isn't about the streak anymore. Regardless, if he's not finished competing he has to be VERY close. It's best to walk away while you still have the opportunity to.

Daniel Bryan, on the other hand, still has plenty of feuds left that I would love to see and that can still take place if he is able to make it past this injury for a full return. His rise to the top from Summerslam up until Wrestlemania 30 was amazing to see play out, with the perfect ending. Things are only just getting started with his main event run if he will be able to return. I'd love to see him in feuds with Reigns, Rollins, and Ambrose over the World Heavyweight Championship later down the line and when enough time has passed revisiting feuds with Cena, Orton, or even Sheamus. Bryan can main event for the rest of his career and has become extremely popular so I hope that he will be able to make a full recovery from his injury.

 

[That N Word]

Even if Daniel Bryan never steps foot in a ring again (I certainly hope that isn't the case) he is already one of the biggest legends of all time in my mind.


From the indies to the TOP!
And somehow it is very different from CM Punk who could boast the same thing.

You guy's call anyone legends nowadays.He is popular but not a legend.Guy's like Hogan,Austin,Rock,Cena,Warrior,Flair,Piper,Taker,Sting,Triple H,Kane,Michaels,Orton,Roberts are legends.He is popular but not a legend.

Anyways back to the topic.Unfortunate situation on both accounts.As I said Bryan was over,on top of the world,popular as hell and then this happens.But with this report in mind I thinks it's time he is stripped of the title.If any one of those legends above that I mentioned was in the same scenario they would have been stripped.What makes Bryan different.Yeah this is a unfortunate sad situation but it is business as usual for most.As for Taker I think he should forget the Sting match and just call it a quit.