Francesco Akira Gives Update On Injury Recovery

NJPW star Francesco Akira has been out of action for the back half of the year due to a broken wrist, and he recently provided an update on his recovery. NJPW announced back on August 25th that Akira had suffered a right wrist fracture during his match at RevPro’s 13th anniversary show on August 22nd.

Akira provided an update in a blog entry posted to NJPW’s website. He said that the injury was the biggest of his career but that it’s feeling better. He is not yet sure when he can return to the ring.

The update section of the post reads:

Until May, things were going incredibly well, and I came so close to reaching the BOSJ finals. But then I fractured my wrist, and everything came to a halt.

I know injuries are part of being a pro wrestler. But this was the biggest injury of my career, and I don’t think I was mentally prepared for it.

Now, my mindset is positive, and my wrist is feeling much better. I still don’t know when my return will be, but I promise you one thing.

Next year, I’ll fight with everything I’ve got.

I will make up for every lost day. 100% won’t be enough. I’ll give 200% and achieve my goals no matter what!

Thank you so much for all your support this year.
See you again next year!

Akira is a three-time IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Champion with TJP. He is currently a part of United Empire.

On behalf of 411, our best wishes to Akira as he continues his recovery process.