Kurt Angle Rules Out In-Ring Return After Requiring Shoulder Surgery

WWE Hall of Famer Kurt Angle has accomplished a lot during his time in WWE, having a remarkable rookie year and going on to become a legend in the business. He gained favor with the likes of Vince McMahon, earning his trust in the process. It appears he will be requiring shoulder replacement surgery and ruled out an in-ring return.

The Olympic Gold Medalist earned several accolades throughout his career, including becoming a multi-time World Champion. Angle has also faced many legendary pro wrestlers in his career, which includes the likes of The Rock, The Undertaker and more.

Kurt Angle has gone through a lot of wear and tear over the years and his body simply couldn’t take it anymore. Despite this, fans still want him to return to the squared circle.

While speaking on a recent episode of The Kurt Angle Show, Kurt Angle revealed that he will be needing shoulder replacement surgery soon and dashed all hopes of an in-ring return.

“[I’m] not feeling good enough to come back and wrestle. I have to have a shoulder replacement surgery.”

“My doctor told me before he injected it [the shoulder] with novocaine. My knees are good, my back is okay, my neck’s not too bad, but my shoulder is hurting pretty bad.”

“Eventually, I’m gonna have shoulder replacement surgery. I want to do this movie first before I do it.”

Kurt Angle also regretted not having huge merchandise sales like Steve Austin and John Cena. He also turned down a WWE Draft appearance. It remains to be seen what the future holds for Angle as a WWE return could happen in the future.

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