WWE Superstar Seth Rollins Admits to Faking Knee Injury on Raw

Seth Rollins reveals the truth behind his dramatic knee injury on WWE Raw, admitting it was a planned deception to lull rivals into a false sense of security. Rollins kept the act going for weeks, even lying during an appearance on The Rich Eisen Show, and only two people knew the truth. The payoff came at SummerSlam, where Rollins stole the World Heavyweight Championship from CM Punk. Rollins admits the commitment to the lie was grueling and adds another chapter to his legacy filled with mind games and calculated risks.

Seth Rollins, a prominent figure in the world of professional wrestling, recently revealed the truth behind his dramatic knee injury on WWE Raw. The revelation, which has sent shockwaves through the wrestling community, exposes a meticulously planned deception aimed at lulling rivals into a false sense of security. Rollins maintained the act for weeks, even lying during an appearance on The Rich Eisen Show, and only two people knew the truth: his wife, Becky Lynch, and his confidant, Paul Heyman [1].

The ruse, dubbed 'The Ruse of the Century', began three weeks earlier at Saturday Night’s Main Event following his match with LA Knight. Rollins kept the act going for weeks, hobbling around on crutches in public, and even lying during an appearance on The Rich Eisen Show. Not even WWE’s medical staff was informed, adding authenticity to the elaborate charade [1].

The payoff came at SummerSlam, where Rollins shocked the WWE Universe by dropping his crutches and ambushing CM Punk moments after Punk defeated Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship. Rollins attacked Punk and stole the title, completing his plan with perfect execution [1]. The move, which was a masterclass in kayfabe, has been widely praised for its strategic brilliance and execution.

One key rival, LA Knight, who was absent at SummerSlam, made his return on Raw demanding a title shot. After initially declining, Rollins was forced into a match by Raw GM Adam Pearce, with Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed banned from ringside in retaliation for the deception [1]. The match, which ended in chaos, further cemented Rollins' status as a formidable and cunning competitor.

Rollins admitted the commitment to the lie was grueling. "I did everything-gym, preschool drop-offs, beach trips, dinners-all on crutches," he said. "Even my wife was frustrated. She had to lie to friends and family. My daughter thought it was just a fun game" [1]. The dedication to the deception showcased Rollins' ability to commit fully to his role, both in and out of the ring.

With the reveal now public, Rollins has added another chapter to his legacy-one filled with mind games, calculated risks, and a title heist that shocked the wrestling world. The incident serves as a reminder of the strategic depth and complexity that professional wrestling can offer, both in terms of storytelling and competitive strategy.

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[1] https://m.economictimes.com/news/international/us/wwe-raw-seth-rollins-explains-his-decision-to-fake-knee-injury-during-live-show/articleshow/123107726.cms