3 Reasons why Bayley is missing WWE WrestleMania 41

Modified Apr 19, 2025 23:49 GMT

Bayley is no longer part of WWE WrestleMania 41. [Image credits: WWE on X]

WWE WrestleMania 41 officially kicked off with the pre-show for Mania Night 1. However, during the countdown of WrestleMania Saturday, Adam Pearce disclosed to Lyra Valkyria that Bayley has suffered a backstage attack and is unable to compete on the second Night of 'Mania.

As a result, Valkyria has only 24 hours to find a new partner for a tag team title match against Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez. This article will discuss three reasons why the Hugger is missing WrestleMania this year.

#3. Bayley could be legitimately injured

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One potential reason Bayley is missing WrestleMania 41 at the last moment is that Hugger is suffering a legitimate injury. This announcement from the RAW General Manager to Lyra Valkyria might be just an angle to disclose this real injury in front of the WWE Universe.

Although there is no official report concerning the details of Bayley's injury, it is still probable that a legitimate one could explain the former Women's Champion's missing WrestleMania.

#2. The Hugger injury is part of the storyline to set up a massive return

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According to the recent reports from PWInsider, Bayley is not injured in real life and is part of a storyline. The report disclosed that the creative team had planned the angle for several weeks.

This means that pulling Bayley from 'Mania isn't a last-minute decision but a strategic plan by the Stamford-based promotion. This raises the chances that WWE might be setting up a massive return as Bayley's replacement with Lyra Valkyria.

One of the stars who could replace Bayley might be Becky Lynch. The Irish star was part of WWE's Hall of Fame 2025 ceremony with Seth Rollins, which sparked chances of her return to the Sports Entertainment juggernaut. So, it's probable that the Hugger injury angle will have her replaced by Lynch at the last moment.

#1. To set up another mystery attacker storyline in WWE

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Another reason Bayley is missing WrestleMania 41 Night 2 could be to set up another mystery attacker storyline. Last time we saw something similar, the angle was when Jade Cargill was taken out backstage the previous year, mysteriously, and later disclosed that Naomi was the attacker.

Even this resulted in a WrestleMania match between the Storm and the Glow. So, it's possible that this injury angle could be used to set up a plot for another similar mystery attacker storyline in WWE.

About the author

Love Verma is a WWE features writer at Sportskeeda Wrestling with a Bachelor’s degree in Arts and Legislative Law. His experience in legal drafting helps him cross-check reports with reputed media to ensure their accuracy. Despite being an avid WWE fan, Verma manages to maintain objectivity in his work, ensuring unbiased writing that resonates with both the casual reader and die-hard fan.

Love became a pro wrestling fan after watching Royal Rumble 2014, and became a Brock Lesnar Guy following the 2015 edition of Royal Rumble. He admires the sheer power and dominance The Beast Incarnate displayed in his Triple-Threat Match against John Cena and Seth Rollins. However, one of his favorite matches is Seth Rollins vs. Randy Orton at WrestleMania 31, where Orton delivered one of the greatest RKOs ever.

Outside of wrestling, he enjoys painting, sketching, and immersing himself in the world of PC and PlayStation gaming, showcasing his creativity and love for entertainment.

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