Leila Grey Provides Update On Recovery From Torn ACL: “It’s Gonna Be A Long & Lengthy Journey”

An update from Leila.

On the December 6th episode of AEW Collision, Leila Grey challenged Mercedes Moné for the TBS Championship. It was during the match that Grey suffered a torn ACL.

Grey provided an update on her recovery via a video she posted on her social media pages. She shared that she heard a pop in her knee early in the bout. She heard a second pop after she charged at Moné in the corner and went for a step-up knee. Grey continued to wrestle despite the pain she was experiencing.

Below is her update on her recovery and when she could undergo surgery:

“So today is January 19th and I had my consultation with a surgeon so it’s been over a month since my injury. I finally got to see the surgeon today, and unfortunately, the feedback that I got was I still do not have complete range of motion in my leg so I can’t fully extend it, still can’t fully bend my knee so, because of that, I have to do more prehab. At least another month of prehab, twice a week, and then after that, he said he should be able to operate so, it’s gonna be a long and lengthy journey to healing. But, I am staying positive, I am staying optimistic. Gonna do what I have to do and my plan is just to be better than even before I left. So, wish me luck guys. I will continue to update you guys on my recovery, what is going on. But, thank you guys for all of the lovely messages that you guys have been sending me. Really appreciate all the support and all the love, and I will catch you guys soon.”

Here’s a little update for you guys on my recovery and where I’m at currently. Also a look into the exact moment in my match when I tore my ACL.

I didn’t get a chance to mention it in my video, but also a huge thank you to @aew
They’ve been there for me every step of the way… pic.twitter.com/KPHdIBM4o8

— Leila Grey (@Miss_LeilaGrey) January 20, 2026

Grey had been a part of the SkyFlight faction with Dante Martin, Darius Martin, Scorpio Sky, and Christopher Daniels. She has been replaced by new AEW signee Zayda Steel.

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