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“YES!”

Daniel Bryan got the news Tuesday he and WWE fans had been waiting two years to hear. The superstar has been cleared by leading neurosurgeons, neurologists and concussion experts to return to the ring, WWE announced on its website.

Bryan was one of the top attractions in the sport before concussions forced him to retire in February 2016. He has since become the general manager of “Smackdown Live.”

The announcement comes weeks before April 8’s WrestleMania, which could be an ideal spot for his comeback. The possibility of a return had been rumored for months, with Bryan campaigning openly to get back in the ring.

Bryan’s rise from independent wrestler to WWE champion came with several concussions, and he admitted he originally hid the fact he was suffering concussion-based seizures from WWE officials.

In recent months, Bryan has become embroiled in one of WWE’s top storylines, supporting top heels Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens against commissioner Shane McMahon in their long-running feud.

“From the moment they told him No, he was on a mission to turn that no into a YES,” his wife and part-time wrestler Brie Bella wrote on Instagram. “I can’t wait for you all to hear his journey to this moment…his dedication, his mission and his passion. My daughter is lucky to have a Daddy who never gives up and who’s truly an amazing role model. I love you @bryanldanielson so happy that you’re back at the place you love, your home away from home…the squared circle.”

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