The road to WWE Evolution 2025 just hit a massive roadblock that could completely reshape the women’s division landscape. A shoulder injury to reigning Women’s Tag Team Champion Liv Morgan has wrestling insiders questioning whether one of the event’s marquee matches can even happen.
Wrestling Observer Breaks Down the Injury Fallout
The Wrestling Observer Radio team didn’t mince words when discussing Morgan’s confirmed shoulder dislocation from RAW. Dave Meltzer and Bryan Alvarez painted a concerning picture for the Judgment Day member’s immediate future.
Alvarez delivered the harsh reality check that many fans feared was coming. The veteran wrestling journalist stated the obvious conclusion that WWE management is likely already considering internally.
“They’re going to have to vacate those Women’s Tag Team Titles now,” Alvarez said bluntly.
Meltzer’s response of “Conceivably” suggests that while nothing is set in stone, the writing may already be on the wall for Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez’s championship reign.
Recovery Timeline Remains the Million Dollar Question
The severity of Morgan’s injury could determine everything from her Evolution status to the entire women’s tag division booking. Shoulder dislocations are notoriously unpredictable in terms of recovery time, creating a nightmare scenario for WWE’s creative team.
Alvarez broke down the medical reality facing the former Judgment Day leader. The extent of damage during the dislocation will ultimately dictate how long she remains on the shelf.
“If the shoulder’s dislocated and you pop it back in, then… it could be a long time, it could be not a long time. I guess it depends on how much damage was done when it came out,” Alvarez explained. “There are people that their shoulder gets popped out and they get their shoulder put back in and… rather quickly they’re ready to go again. So I think in a couple days we’ll probably know.”
However, Meltzer’s assessment of the injury’s visual appearance wasn’t encouraging. His simple “It didn’t look good” comment speaks volumes about what observers witnessed during the incident.
Bella Twins Storyline Hangs in the Balance
The timing of Morgan’s injury couldn’t be worse for WWE’s Evolution plans. The company had been building toward what appeared to be a dream match scenario involving some of the biggest names in women’s wrestling history.
The Observer team confirmed that WWE’s creative direction was heading toward a major tag team showdown. The Nikki Bella angle with Morgan wasn’t just random programming—it was building toward something significant for the July pay-per-view.
“We’re in the middle of Liv and Nikki Bella, which is clearly going somewhere,” Alvarez pointed out.
Meltzer provided additional context about WWE’s ongoing negotiations and the match structure they had in mind. The company’s plans extended beyond just the active roster, potentially bringing back a major star for the special event.
“That’s probably a tag match if Brie’s coming back. And, you know, the last I heard, they’re talking to Brie,” Meltzer clarified.
The Original Vision for Evolution
The match that wrestling fans might never see was shaping up to be a legitimate marquee attraction. Morgan and Rodriguez defending their titles against the legendary Bella Twins would have provided Evolution with the kind of star power that transcends typical wrestling audiences.
Alvarez confirmed the stakes involved in the proposed contest, noting that the championships would have been on the line in what could have been a career-defining moment for all involved.
“And it would be against Liv and Raquel for the titles,” Alvarez added.
WWE Faces Difficult Creative Decisions
The injury puts WWE in an impossible position with less than a month until Evolution. If Morgan cannot compete, the company must decide between waiting for her return or moving forward with alternative plans that might not carry the same impact.
Vacating the Women’s Tag Team Titles would create opportunities for other teams but would also waste months of storytelling investment. The Bella Twins angle loses much of its significance without the established champions as opponents.
WWE’s women’s division has faced similar challenges before, but the timing of this injury—right before a major women-focused event—creates unique pressure to find creative solutions quickly.
The next few days will reveal whether Liv Morgan’s shoulder injury becomes a minor setback or the catalyst that completely reshapes WWE’s Evolution plans. Will WWE pull the trigger on vacating the titles, or can they find a way to salvage their original vision? The clock is ticking toward July 13, and every day of uncertainty makes the decision more difficult.
