WWE NXT’s Adriana Rizzo Cleared to Return After Torn ACL and Meniscus Kept Her Sidelined for 10 Months

Adriana Rizzo is ready to get back in the ring. The WWE NXT star has announced she has been medically cleared to return following a 10-month absence stemming from a torn ACL and meniscus — a brutal combination that has ended or derailed many careers in professional wrestling.

Rizzo first stepped away from competition in April 2025. It wasn’t until August that she publicly revealed the extent of her injuries, confirming the dual diagnosis that explained the lengthy recovery timeline. Torn ACL injuries alone typically require six to nine months of rehabilitation; a simultaneous meniscus tear adds further complexity to both the surgery and the road back.

Before going down, Rizzo was an active member of the D’Angelo Family faction on NXT — one of the brand’s more established stables. Her absence left a noticeable gap in the group’s roster presence, and her return figures to give the faction a fresh jolt heading into whatever comes next.

Coming back from a knee injury this significant is no small thing, and the fact that Rizzo is cleared ahead of what would be the one-year mark is an encouraging sign for both her long-term health and her future on the brand. NXT has been building steadily in terms of in-ring talent depth, and a motivated Rizzo returning from adversity is exactly the kind of story the brand tends to get behind.

No specific return date or debut segment has been announced, but the clearance news means NXT fans could see her back on television in the near future.