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Sami Zayn has remained a regular presence on WWE television in recent weeks. However, one noticeable detail has stood out — he hasn’t competed inside the ring. A new report has now shed light on why the former WWE Champion has been limited to non-wrestling appearances. The explanation goes beyond storyline. While fans heard Zayn reference an injury during a tense exchange with CM Punk on SmackDown, it wasn’t immediately clear whether the remark was part of WWE programming or something more serious. According to a new update, the answer appears to be the latter. Sami Zayn’s reported broken hand is a legitimate injury According to PWInsider, the broken hand Sami Zayn mentioned during his confrontation with CM Punk last week is a legitimate injury and not part of a WWE storyline. Zayn told Punk that he would have gone after him if he didn’t have a broken bone in his hand. While the line initially left room for speculation, the report states that the injury is real, explaining why WWE has kept him out of in-ring competition. The former WWE Champion has not wrestled since competing in the Fatal Four-Way No. 1 Contender’s Match at SummerSlam. That bout featured Kevin Owens, Gunther and Finn Bálor, with Owens earning the victory to secure a WWE Championship opportunity. Despite being sidelined from active competition, Zayn has continued appearing on WWE programming. His recent television involvement has allowed ongoing storylines to move forward without requiring him to take physical bumps. PWInsider’s report did not provide a timetable for Zayn’s recovery. Moreover, there is currently no confirmation regarding how severe the injury is or when he will be medically cleared to return. For now, WWE appears to be balancing Zayn’s recovery with his on-screen presence. His ongoing interactions with top names such as CM Punk keep him relevant to current storylines, while the company waits for him to heal before he steps back between the ropes. Until then, Zayn’s in-ring comeback remains a matter of recovery rather than rivalry. Read More: Mr. Elegance’s Undefeated Streak Finally Comes To a Shocking End on TNA iMPACT