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Time of India
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Former WWE Women's Champion Asuka set to return after more than year of absence
असुका WWE 's women's division is going to get a massive facelift as Asuka is all set to make her return on next week's WWE RAW. It has been ages since WWE has seen Asuka in the ring, owing to a drastic injury. She was on the sidelines since suffering a knee injury back in 2024 that needed surgery to heal and intense rehab to follow. Following her surgery last year, she said that her knees were in pain and she would get into rehab. However, she stayed extremely tight-lipped about when she would come back. WWE announced Asuka's return for next week The return of Asuka was announced in a graphic that was aired during Raw, confirming her participation in a first-round Queen of the Ring match with the message, 'Next Monday. Queen of the Ring. The Empress returns.' Later in a video posted on social media by WWE, there was a full-blown clip of Asuka's in-ring exploits with the caption, 'Will they be READY for the RETURN of ASUKA?!' As reported by Cory Hays of BodySlam, and advertised in the video by WWE, The Empress of Tomorrow will be a part of a fatal-four way match-up where she would be locking horns against former WWE NXT Women's Champion, Stephanie Vaquer, one half of Women's Tag Team champion, Raquel Rodriguez and Ivy Nile. The winner of this battle will go on to face the winner of WWE SmackDown's four-way battle between Charlotte Flair, Alexa Bliss, Chelsea Green, and Candice LeRae. The tournament's finals will be held at the Night of Champions in Saudi Arabia, scheduled to take place later this month. Asuka's last match-up for WWE was alongside Kairi Sane back in May 2024, where they dropped the tag-team titles to Jade Cargill and Bianca Belair. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Eat 1 Teaspoon Every Night, See What Happens A Week Later [Video] getfittoday Undo Asuka's tale in the WWE ring has been one of inspiration and dreams coming true. She started her career as a freelance graphic designer and video game journalist before she came to WWE in 2015. Debuting in NXT in 2015, she was quick to establish her dominance and also win the NXT championship shortly thereafter. It was in 2017 that Asuka got her promotion to the main roster, and the world witnessed her hard-hitting brand of wrestling brilliance. Asuka's triumph in the maiden edition of the women's Royal Rumble was followed by her success in the SmackDown Women's Championship, WWE Women's Tag Team Championship, and Raw Women's Championship. Asuka has always been well-known for her agility in the ring, and now her return can serve as a massive booster for the WWE women's roster. The Women's roster has already been sparkling with the likes of Rhea Ripley, Raquel Rodriguez, Liv Morgan, and so many other superstars. Asuka's comeback might just be another feather in what is already a glistening chapter. Also read: 5 WWE Nikki Bella matches after return announced for RAW
Newsweek
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
WWE Superstar Asuka In-Ring Return Update: Report
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Asuka remains one of the most popular Superstars on the WWE roster, with an exciting presentation, incredible in-ring ability, and multiple memorable title reigns. Asuka is just a Wrestlemania main event away from completing WWE. — Alastair McKenzie🏴 (@mckenzieas93V2) November 20, 2023 Unfortunately, Asuka has been missing from WWE television since she suffered a knee injury in May 2024, which forced her to drop out of the Queen of the Ring tournament. More Pro Wrestling: Former AEW Wrestler To Make WWE In-Ring Debut Needless to say, fans have been chomping at the bit for The Empress of Tomorrow to come back, especially after her fellow Kabuki Warrior, Kairi Sane, recently returned from injury. Now, there has been an update regarding Asuka's return. And fans will be disappointed. HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 11: Kairi Sane and Asuka enter the ring during WWE Monday Night RAW at Toyota Center on March 11, 2024 in Houston, Texas. HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 11: Kairi Sane and Asuka enter the ring during WWE Monday Night RAW at Toyota Center on March 11, 2024 in Houston, Texas. Alex BierensAccording to a report from Fightful Select, Asuka is still sidelined and won't be making her in-ring return anytime soon. Additionally, it was expected that Asuka would be out up until WrestleMania 41 and had no creative plans for her. That being said, there have been discussions regarding her creative plans in recent months, although that doesn't mean she will be returning soon. More Pro Wrestling: Legendary Wrestling Announcer Jim Ross To Undergo Surgery While Asuka is most recognized today for her time in WWE today, she was a prominent figure on the independent scene, particularly in Japan. She appeared in well-known promotions like Pro Wrestling Wave, Smash, DDT Pro-Wrestling, All Japan Pro Wrestling, and Reina Joshi Puroresu. In 2015, Asuka made her debut in WWE NXT, becoming the second Japanese woman signed to WWE since Bull Nakano. She would quickly win the NXT Women's Championship before moving to the main roster. On the main roster, Asuka went on an undefeated run that included the 2018 Women's Royal Rumble. The streak eventually ended at 914 days when she faced Charlotte Flair at WrestleMania 34. More Pro Wrestling: Pro Wrestling Legend Jim Ross Shares Major Surgery Update Since then, Asuka continued to be one of the top-performing wrestlers in WWE, quickly establishing herself as one of the best female wrestlers in the history of the company if not the world. Asuka would go on to further establish her greatness as a member of the Kabuki Warriors with Kairi Sane and Damage CTRL with Bayley, Dakota Kai, Iyo Sky, and Sane. In WWE, Asuka has taken home the WWE Women's Championship three times, the WWE SmackDown Women's Championship, the NXT Women's Championship, and the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship four times with Kairi Sane (twice), Charlotte Flair (once), and Alexa Bliss (once). Additionally, Asuka has won the 2018 Women's Royal Rumble and the 2020 Women's Money in the Bank. More Pro Wrestling: WWE Superstar Zoey Stark Shares Major Injury Update Bryan Danielson Makes Surprise Wrestling Appearance Amid AEW Hiatus For more WWE and professional wrestling news, head on over to Newsweek Sports.
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WWE star Asuka's return to the ring 'not imminent' in 2025
(Image via X/@knwrestling) WWE superstar Asuka, who was reportedly on the verge of making her long-awaited return to the ring, nearly a year after suffering a serious knee injury, has come up with a new backstage update. This year, there was a growing interest in her eventual return. Sources suggested her comeback could happen as early as May 2025, after the Backlash event, but fresh insights suggest that the Empress of Tomorrow's return is not imminent in 2025. Asuka's last WWE television appearance was in May 2024 at Backlash: France, where she and tag team partner Kairi Sane lost the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships to Bianca Belair and Jade Cargill. Let's take a look at what fresh insights have emerged on the appearance of Asuka and when fans can expect her return to WWE. WWE star Asuka 's return is not happening soon in 2025 It's been almost a year since WWE star Asuka last appeared on WWE television, and while anticipation for her return is building, it seems fans will have to wait a while longer before The Empress of Tomorrow steps back into the ring. According to a new report from Fightful Select , internal creative discussions regarding Asuka's comeback have been taking place in recent months, but her return is still considered 'not imminent.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like [Click Here] - 2025 Top Trending Search - Local network access Esseps Learn More Undo WWE insiders were reportedly taken aback by how early storyline ideas were being discussed, with some creative pitches hinting at a possible return of Asuka in early 2025. Sources suggest that Asuka's return is not happening this year as she has yet to receive medical clearance to return. This has also been reported by PWUnlimited on X, stating, "Asuka has been out of action since last summer. Even though creative plans were brought up for her earlier this year, there have been no "imminent" plans for an Asuka return in recent months." Earlier, PWNexus reported that Asuka's return could take place following the Backlash premium live event on May 10. But, it seems that her return is not possible at this moment, keeping her fans waiting for her next television appearance. It is to be noted that Asuka is still listed on WWE's Raw roster and remains affiliated with the Damage CTRL faction. However, the group itself has struggled with injury setbacks, including Kairi Sane and Dakota Kai, casting doubt on whether the faction will remain intact upon Asuka's return. Also Read : Asuka set for WWE return after year-long injury break, Fans await surprise comeback - The Times of India Despite her absence, the former multi-time champion remains one of the most celebrated and dynamic performers of WWE. However, it is anticipated that her return will surely create a huge buzz, shaking up the women's division with a surprising comeback. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
