Joey Janela provides an unfortunate update on his status.
On February 16, Joey Janela posted on X to say that he was in the hospital and that, following his match with Atticus Cogar in the Jersey J-Cup and subsequent attack from Cogar during the second day of the tournament on February 16, he had aggravated the damage to his previously ruptured bicep and is currently dealing with nerve damage that has left him with no feeling in two of his fingers.
He claims that they are looking at their options, but he is likely undergoing surgery on the morning of February 17.
In the hospital, just got to see a doctor looks like now after my match yesterday and attack today by Atticus, I not only have a complete ruptured bicep but also nerve damage to the arm that’s affecting the my arm all the way down to the hand.
I currently have no feeling in my ring and pinky finger. We are looking for options but it seems a major surgery is imminent in the morning.
I’m sorry to everyone, things aren’t looking too good.
In the hospital, just got to see a doctor looks like now after my match yesterday and attack today by Atticus, I not only have a complete ruptured bicep but also nerve damage to the arm that’s affecting the my arm all the way down to the hand.
— “The Bad Boy” Joey Janela (@JANELABABY) February 17, 2025
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Joey Janela suffered a ruptured bicep at GCW Up All Night. He discussed the injury during an appearance on Fightful Overbooked's In The Weeds. At the time, he wasn't planning on letting it slow him down. Fans can read those comments here.
Fightful wishes Joey Janela a speedy recovery and will keep fans updated on his status.
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