Ivar of the War Raiders is thrilled to be back in the ring, though lingering effects from his recent injury continue to impact him. Alongside his partner Erik, the duo returned to action in October after significant absences for both men. For Ivar, his time away began in April due to a severe neck issue.

On the Insight podcast, Ivar provided an update on his recovery, noting significant improvements:

“I’ve got most of my mobility back to my neck. It’s a little stiff now because I have another herniation, but I still have very good range of motion.”

Despite his progress, Ivar acknowledged that some effects of the injury are permanent and will stay with him throughout his life.

“I do have permanent nerve damage and nerve pain in my hands, and that will never go away. That’s something I live with.”

These challenges haven’t stopped Ivar and Erik from reclaiming their spot at the top. On the latest episode of WWE Raw, the War Raiders captured the World Tag Team Championships with an assist from Damian Priest. The victory ended the 188-day reign of Finn Balor and JD McDonagh, a run that saw only three televised title defenses.

The War Raiders Reflect On Long, Brutal Road After World Tag Title Victory

Ivar’s battle with permanent nerve damage underscores the physical toll professional wrestlers endure to pursue their dreams and entertain fans. Stay tuned to SEScoops for more updates on the War Raiders as they dominate the Raw tag team division.

New World Tag Team Champions The War Raiders were in a reflective move following their first title victory in over half a decade. On Raw, the pair dethroned The Judgment Day (Finn Balor and JD McDonagh) in the show’s main event. This marks Erik and Ivar’s second times as champions, after previously winning the Raw Tag Team Titles in October 2019.

This win comes after both Erik and Ivar were forced to miss months of action due to serious injuries. In a WWE Raw Digital Exclusive, Ivar spoke about the win, which came in his hometown of Boston.

“It’s been a long, long, hard, vicious, brutal, trying road… To be here, it couldn’t be more emotional and just perfect for me.”

Erik was similarly emotional following the victory, especially after what he and Ivar had been told in the past.

“There were points in the last five years, but also in the last ten years, where both of us were told more than once we’d never wrestle again. We might never walk again. I might not be able to hold my sons. Through all that, we’re still here.”

The Judgment Day had held the World Tag Team Titles since June, with their reign seeing criticism for a notable lack of defenses. Balor and McDonagh defended just one time in the first 100 days of their reign, and just three times on TV throughout their six-month reign.

Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on The War Raiders and see how they fare as the brand new WWE World Tag Team Champions.

The Judgment Day’s reign as WWE World Tag Team Champions came to an end during the December 16 episode of WWE Raw when the War Raiders dethroned Finn Balor and JD McDonagh. The finish of the match saw Balor attempt to use a steel chair to intentionally get disqualified, only to be thwarted by Damian Priest. Shortly after, the War Raiders hit War Machine on Balor to secure the win and the titles.

The Judgment Day captured the titles back in June, but their reign drew criticism for a lack of title defenses. In their first 100 days as champions, Balor and McDonagh defended the titles only once on television, with their entire reign featuring just three televised title defenses.

For Erik and Ivar, this victory marks their first taste of championship gold in nearly five years. The pair last held the Raw Tag Team Championships in October 2019, a reign that ended in January 2020 when they lost the titles to Seth Rollins and Murphy. Both Erik and Ivar returned to action this year after injuries kept them sidelined for several months.

After a long road back, the War Raiders have reached the top of the Raw tag team division once again. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest updates on the War Raiders and their reign as WWE World Tag Team Champions.

WWE power couple Valhalla and War Raider Erik have welcomed their second child, a son named Ezekiel Joseph Rowe. Sharing the news on Instagram, Erik described their newborn as “perfect in every way,” expressing the family’s joy.

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The proud parents are already experienced in late-night feedings, as their first son, Raymond Cash Rowe, was born in February 2021. Earlier this year, the couple announced they were expecting their second child, which fans celebrated alongside them.

Valhalla, known in the ring as Sarah Logan, has not competed since February 2023, when she participated in a battle royal on Raw. Meanwhile, Erik recently returned to action after over a year recovering from a neck injury. He and Ivar, competing as the War Raiders, have quickly climbed the ranks in Raw‘s tag-team division. Just this week, they unsuccessfully challenged The Judgment Day for the World Tag Team Championships.

From everyone here at SEScoops, congratulations to Valhalla, Erik, and their family on the birth of Ezekiel Joseph Rowe!