30-06-2025
Former Champion Shoots Down WWE Return Rumors
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Saraya has addressed the fan speculation about a potential return to WWE. She confirmed that she has not had any conversations with the company about a comeback.
The former WWE star, known as Paige, parted ways with AEW in March. This has led to rumors that she could appear at the upcoming all-women's Evolution 2 event.
Saraya Denies WWE Return Rumors
In an interview with the Orlando Sentinel, Saraya was direct about her status. "I haven't had a conversation with them," she said. "I love the WWE, but no."
She acknowledged that fans often tag her in posts about potential mystery returns. However, she is currently taking a break from the wrestling industry.
"It feels good to take a little break from wrestling," Saraya stated. "All 32 years of my life has been wrestling, so I just want to find myself a little bit outside it."
DORTMUND, GERMANY - NOVEMBER 01: Natalya competes in the ring against Shotzi during the WWE Live Show at Westfalenhalle on November 1, 2022 in Dortmund, Germany.
DORTMUND, GERMANY - NOVEMBER 01: Natalya competes in the ring against Shotzi during the WWE Live Show at Westfalenhalle on November 1, 2022 in Dortmund, Germany.
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A Focus On The Future
Saraya indicated that a return to the ring could happen next year. For now, she is focused on other projects. "Next year, maybe come back," she said.
She recently published her memoir, "Hell in Boots," in March. She has also launched a new podcast called "Rulebreakers."
Paige was a trailblazer in WWE's women's division, first making history as the inaugural NXT Women's Champion in 2013. Her main roster debut on Raw after WrestleMania 30 is legendary; she defeated AJ Lee to win the Divas Championship on her first night, becoming the youngest Divas Champion ever at 21.
A two-time Divas Champion, she was the only woman to hold both the NXT and Divas titles simultaneously. She was a central figure in the "Divas Revolution" before a severe neck injury forced her to retire from in-ring competition in 2018.
After her retirement, she remained with WWE in non-wrestling roles, including a popular run as the General Manager of SmackDown and as manager for the Kabuki Warriors, before her eventual departure from the company in 2022. She would be a welcome addition to the women's division should she return to WWE, whether that be as a wrestler or manager. She has plenty of things to offer. No, the fans wait to see what happens.
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