What happened
Mercedes Martinez is scheduled to undergo ACL surgery on October 15, according to a report from Fightful.
The former ROH Women’s World Champion suffered the torn ACL during a match against Allie Katch in August, as reported by Fightful and Wrestling Headlines.
The injury occurred during what was billed as Martinez’s retirement tour, which had originally been scheduled to run through the end of 2026, per Fightful and Wrestling Headlines.
What we know
Due to the injury, Martinez has retired early, according to Fightful.
Martinez has been raising funds via a GoFundMe to help cover the costs of her surgery, and according to Wrestling Headlines, she has now raised enough to schedule the procedure.
411Mania reports that Martinez gave an update on the GoFundMe via social media, and all three outlets confirm the fundraiser remains open for those still looking to contribute.
What is not confirmed
None of the sources detail the specific nature of the injury sustained during the match beyond the torn ACL, nor do they specify further plans for Martinez following her recovery.
Why it matters
Martinez is a veteran of the women’s wrestling scene and a former ROH Women’s World Champion, and her early retirement due to injury marks an unexpected end to a tour that was meant to continue for more than a year.
