Ridge Hollands rocky road with WWE just took another surprising turn, and this time, its one that may silence some of the criticism.
While speaking on Busted Open Radio on November 10, Luke Menzies revealed that WWE is covering the cost of his upcoming neck fusion surgeryeven though the company released him early from his contract while he was still recovering from the injury.
The surgery is no small procedure. Holland is expected to be out until at least May 2026, making this a long-term rehabilitation process. WWEs decision to continue footing the bill for his medical treatment adds a layer of complexity to what had become a highly controversial situation.
Holland previously accused the company of cutting him loose while he was hurt and unpaid, sparking fan outrage and leading to a GoFundMe created by a family member. That campaign quickly gained support from fellow wrestlers, with names from both WWE and AEW donatingincluding Chelsea Green and Nick Jackson. But after realizing the fundraiser had gone live without his knowledge, Holland requested it be shut down and said he planned to donate the proceeds to charity.
He also apologized to fans and peers, stating that the page was never intended to cause offense. The move drew praise for his transparency, but it didnt stop critics from questioning how WWE handled his exit.
Despite everything, WWEs commitment to pay for his surgery sends a message that the company isnt completely walking away from injured talenteven if the timing of the release raised a lot of red flags. While Holland wont be in a ring for months, the door remains open for his long-term recovery, and his decision to redirect fan donations toward charity shows hes determined to handle things on his own terms.
WWEs move to cover Hollands surgery might soften the blow, but fans are still left wondering how many more stories like this are playing out behind the scenes.
Do you think WWE deserves credit for paying Ridge Hollands medical costs, or is this just damage control after releasing him early? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
