SANADA reveals an injury.
IWGP World Heavyweight Champion SANADA took to Instagram to reveal he had a "distal biceps tendon tear" during the G1 Climax 33 tournament that he worked through.
His post stated that he will take "the off-season" to heal up.
SANADA competed in the annual G1 Climax tournament, which began on July 15, going undefeated in block action with a 7-0 record before losing to EVIL in the quarterfinals.
SANADA wrestled on the final night of action on August 13, teaming with Taichi, DOUKI & Yoshinobu Kanemaru to face HOUSE OF TORTURE (EVIL, SHO, Yujiro Takahashi & Dick Togo).
It is unknown how much time SANADA will miss. He is scheduled to compete at IMPACT Emergence on August 27.
NJPW does not resume touring until September 8.
Fightful wishes SANADA the best in his recovery.
Fans can find updated standings and the results archive for NJPW G1 Climax 33 by clicking here.
