Santos Escobar is set to undergo surgery following an injury that worsened in recent weeks.
The AAA and WWE star recently competed in the Rey de Reyes tournament final, alongside El Grande Americano II and La Parka. Though, a report indicates Escobar was already dealing with a significant injury prior to the match.
Escobar to Undergo Surgery for Torn Tricep
According to Fightful Select, Escobar worked through the injury during the AAA Rey de Reyes final, but the condition worsened as a result. He has suffered a torn tricep and will require surgery.
The injury originally occurred a couple of months ago during an NXT house reveal tour even as working with Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr. Over Royal Rumble weekend. Initial concerns did not indicate a torn tricep, but further evaluation confirmed the severity of the damage.
Escobar is scheduled to undergo surgery on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Impact on Storylines and Future Appearances
The injury impacts his recent storyline activity. Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr.’s interference in the Rey de Reyes final, costing Escobar the victory, will likely be put on hold.
Escobar’s absence will affect both WWE and AAA programming in the coming weeks, as he has been featured across multiple storylines. Recovery timelines for a torn tricep typically require several months of rehabilitation before a return to in-ring action.
Santos Escobar: A Career Overview
Jorge Luis Alcantar Bolly, known as Santos Escobar, began his professional wrestling career in 2000. He has wrestled under several names, including El Hijo del Fantasma, King Cuerno, and Top Secret. He currently performs for WWE and Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide (AAA).
Before joining WWE in 2020, Escobar achieved success in CMLL, winning the CMLL World Middleweight Championship and the CMLL World Trios Championship. In AAA, he held the AAA Fusión Championship, the AAA Latin American Championship, the 2017 Copa Antonio Peña, and was the longest-reigning AAA World Cruiserweight Champion. He also wrestled for Lucha Underground and Impact Wrestling.
In WWE, Escobar is the leader of Legado Del Fantasma and won the NXT Cruiserweight Championship.
Pro Tip:
Torn triceps are common injuries in professional wrestling due to the high impact and physically demanding nature of the sport. Rehabilitation is crucial for a full recovery and preventing re-injury.
FAQ
Q: When is Santos Escobar’s surgery scheduled?
A: Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Q: What type of injury did Santos Escobar sustain?
A: A torn tricep.
Q: How long will Santos Escobar be out of action?
A: Recovery timelines for a torn tricep typically require several months of rehabilitation.
Q: Where does Santos Escobar currently wrestle?
A: WWE and Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide (AAA).
Q: What is Santos Escobar’s real name?
A: Jorge Luis Alcantar Bolly.
