LJ Cleary Faces 9-12 Month Absence After Surgery

LJ Cleary will miss 9 to 12 months of action after undergoing surgery for an injury. The wrestler announced the diagnosis and recovery timeline on social media without revealing the specific nature of the injury.

Cleary expressed disappointment over the timing of the setback. He noted that he had been having the best year of his career with significant opportunities ahead.

The 27-year-old Irish wrestler has competed extensively on the independent circuit. He made a recent appearance in the Call Your Shot Gauntlet at TNA's Bound for Glory.

Cleary made his debut in 2014. Over the past year he competed in several matches for Ring of Honor and served as a regular competitor for Pro Wrestling NOAH from 2023 through 2025.