Dakota Kai won’t be anywhere near Royal Rumble weekend, as she remains stuck in concussion protocol.

PWInsider reports that the Damage CTRL star is still sidelined and will not be traveling to Indianapolis for WWE’s first major event of the year.

Kai suffered the concussion during her RAW tag team match alongside IYO SKY against Zoey Stark and Shayna Baszler. While the exact moment of injury hasn’t been confirmed, it’s believed to have happened after a rough landing from a missile dropkick. WWE’s concussion protocol is strict, meaning she won’t return until she passes all required evaluations.

Her absence is a major setback for Damage CTRL, who were expected to be a force in the Royal Rumble match. With Kai out of action, any plans WWE had for the group may need to be adjusted. There’s no timetable for her return, and concussions can be unpredictable, making her comeback a waiting game.

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For fans hoping to see Kai mix it up this weekend, it’s officially off the table. She won’t be ringside, backstage, or anywhere near Indianapolis. WWE isn’t taking any chances with her recovery, and now all eyes are on when she’ll finally be cleared.

Should WWE adjust Damage CTRL’s plans without Dakota Kai, or should they wait for her return? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

Steve Carrier is the founder of Ringside News and has been reporting on pro wrestling since 1997. His stories have been featured on TMZ, Forbes, Bleacher Report, and more.

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