During an NXT live event last year, Austin Aries suffered an orbital fracture, which came when former NXT Champion Shinsuke Nakamura struck Aries with his running knee and has been out of action since November of 2016.
Well, according to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Austin Aries has been medically clear to compete. Also, it’s being said that there is internal talk within WWE which would put Austin Aries up against Neville for the WWE Cruiserweight Championship at WrestleMania 33 as a top featured match. WWE officials have been reportedly very impressed with Aries in his current role as a color announcer and interviewer.
Nothing has been decided, obviously, but at this time, Aries vs. Neville seems to be where WWE is headed with the Cruiserweight division for WrestleMania. Originally, many speculated that the CW’s would have a multi-man ladder match, similar to what we’ve seen with the Intercontinental Championship the last several WrestleManias.
Obviously, take this report with a grain of salt, as plans change constantly during WrestleMania season.
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