Nikki Bella’s Shocking Return

For weeks, speculation ran rampant about Nikki Bella’s potential WWE comeback. Whispers of her return grew louder after she appeared at Raw’s Netflix premiere earlier this month, and just days ago, the two-time Divas Champion and WWE Hall of Famer hinted at stepping back into the ring. On Feb. 1, at the 2025 women’s Royal Rumble, that speculation became reality as she claimed the coveted No. 30 spot, making a dramatic late entry into the high-stakes match.

While some fans may have been hoping for a different surprise entrant, Bella still received a strong reaction, especially when she performed her signature twirl upon entering the ring. At 41 years old, she hadn’t wrestled since the 2022 Royal Rumble, but she wasted no time proving that she was still in peak condition. In a confident display, she dropped to the mat and powered through a set of push-ups, a move that instantly got the crowd talking.

Her performance was impressive, lasting all the way to the final four competitors in the match. However, her road to victory was cut short when Nia Jax eliminated her, moments after rising star Roxanne Perez was thrown over the top rope. Bella’s return was brief but memorable, adding a nostalgic yet competitive energy to the match.

Following the event, Bella reflected on her shocking return, acknowledging that she had been considering stepping back into the ring for some time. “I was coming back just a couple days ago,” she admitted, fueling speculation about whether this was a one-time appearance or the beginning of something bigger.

With her surprise comeback now in the books, the question remains — was this a farewell cameo, or does Nikki Bella have unfinished business in WWE?