Luchasaurus’ Health Worsens Due to Severe Pneumonia

Luchasaurus (aka Killswitch) is currently facing complications from a severe case of pneumonia in both lungs, leaving his in-ring return uncertain. His condition worsened after he collapsed at home in late September, and it was revealed that his blood oxygen levels had dropped dangerously below 80%. Initial optimism about his recovery has shifted as new concerns have emerged.

During a Wrestling Observer Radio episode, Dave Meltzer initially reported that Luchasaurus was expected to return to the gym on Monday, stating, “I heard he was supposed to be back in the gym on Monday. So unless there was some turnaround, I think he’s getting better.”

However, this report was later corrected by Bryan Alvarez on Wrestling Observer Live, who explained that Luchasaurus had suffered setbacks in his recovery. Alvarez provided a more cautious update, explaining that Luchasaurus’ condition was more serious than previously thought.

“He is not back in the gym and he will not be back in the gym for a while, and he’s not going to be back wrestling, probably, for a while. And hopefully, he will be back wrestling in a while.”

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Alvarez also elaborated on the complications Luchasaurus was facing, mentioning potential permanent damage.

“Apparently, there were complications. He ends up getting this flu and bad oxygen uptake as a result of whatever else, turned into pneumonia. And apparently, he’s at high risk for a relapse… The big concern is that after all of this, they’ve been running test after test, and apparently there may be permanent damage. They found calcification in a heart valve, and his body is not producing iron, so he’s got a whole bunch of tests that he apparently has to take. It’s bad.”

Alvarez concluded with a sobering thought, adding that while it’s not certain this is a career-ending situation, the potential for that is still there. “I don’t want to say it’s a career-ending issue, but it could be a career-ending issue.”

Luchasaurus remains on oxygen and is unable to train due to the high risk of relapse. The AEW star’s future remains uncertain as doctors continue to monitor his condition.

What are your thoughts on Luchasaurus’ recovery? Do you think he will return to the ring? Let us know in the comments!