Folks, it’s happening. After six long months, one of WWE’s most technically gifted, mustachioed wonders is set to make his triumphant return—and no, I’m not talking about William Regal’s latest surprise appearance. Tyler Bate is reportedly cleared and ready to roll, with WWE looking to bring him back on Raw later this month.
The tentative date? February 24, Cincinnati, Ohio. Mark your calendars. Set your alarms. Maybe even grow a mustache in solidarity.
How Did We Get Here? A Quick Recap of Bate’s Unfortunate Hiatus
- Injury struck in July – Bate and his New Catch Republic partner Pete Dunne were wrestling on NXT when disaster struck.
- The diagnosis? A torn pectoral muscle tendon. Ouch. Surgery followed. Recovery was long. Many cups of British tea were likely consumed.
- Main roster momentum halted – Bate had just been drafted to Raw alongside Dunne. They even challenged for the Tag Team Titles against Judgment Day—and let’s be honest, they were THIS close!
What’s Next for Tyler Bate?
- A Raw return = instant chaos. Will he reunite with Dunne? Will they reignite their feud with Judgment Day? Or will Bate go solo and start uppercutting people into next week?
- NXT return? Unlikely. But hey, WWE loves surprises. Never say never.
- Bate vs. GUNTHER, Round 2? If WWE really wants to break the internet, they could book Bate vs. GUNTHER again. The people would love it. The chops would be brutal. The hospital bills would be high.
With Dakota Kai, Asuka, and Ilja Dragunov all rumored to be on the mend, WWE’s injury list is finally shrinking—which means more comebacks, more chaos, and more mustaches on TV!
Welcome back, Tyler.