There is some bad news for Joe Hendry’s fans. The popular UK star has won over the WWE Universe with his charisma since signing for the promotion last year. He joined NXT and won the brand’s top championship before moving to the main roster.

Hendry was called up to RAW following WrestleMania 42 and quickly began a feud with The Vision. He has been a thorn in the faction’s side and even came up with a catchy “Fire Logan Paul” parody song.

But just as it looked like he was taking things to the next level, he disappeared from WWE TV. He was absent from the company’s European tour. With the second leg of the tour set to commence and WWE stopping in the UK, it was expected that the British star would be available. But he shared a disappointing update.

Speaking on the Toronto Sun’s No Holds Barred, the host mentioned that Joe Hendry would be a part of WWE’s upcoming UK tour. However, the former TNA World Champion was quick to correct him.

“You said I’ll be part of the UK tour, but right now I am healing up, my friend. I was attacked by Austin Theory. So, you know, it is what it is,” he said.

On the May 24 episode of RAW, Hendry was viciously attacked by Austin Theory with a steel chair. Theory, who is one-half of the tag team champions, sandwiched Hendry’s head between the chair and the ring post to end the attack.

Hendry possibly missing the UK tour is bad news for his fans, who have seen his rise over the years.

Joe Hendry wanted to face John Cena during his retirement tour

Last year, John Cena retired from WWE after a year-long retirement tour. During this run, he faced several stars, from veterans to fresh talent.

It turns out Joe Hendry also wanted to face The Last Real Champion in his retirement tour. Speaking on INSIGHT with Chris Van Vliet, Hendry revealed he wished to be one of Cena’s opponents last year.

He blamed himself, saying he didn’t do enough to make himself an obvious choice, but said he has no regrets.

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