Former WWE Women's Champion Bayley has been out of action for over a year due to a torn ACL she suffered while training. She had to be pulled from her scheduled match against Bianca Belair at Money in the Bank 2021. It was initially believed that she would return in nine months, but her recovery has taken longer than expected.
However, new reports suggest that she is ready to make a comeback. The former SmackDown Women's Champion has been hinting at a return on her social media. She recently posted a photo of laced boots, which led to speculation that she will be coming back soon.
Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter gave an update on the fan-favorite's situation, saying that we could expect The Role Model to return soon.
''Bayley should be back somewhat soon,'' said Meltzer.
It would have been interesting if she returned at Money in the Bank, but the seven participants of the women's ladder match have already been finalized.
Could Bayley and Carmella be setting up a program?
Carmella will face RAW Women's Champion Bianca Belair at Money in the Bank this weekend. Meanwhile, she has also been trading shots with The Role Model on social media. The two women have engaged in banter recently, giving rise to theories of a possible feud between the two when the 33-year-old returns.
Check out the conversation that started when The Role Model shared a motivational quote:
"Consistency goes a long way"
"Didn’t realize your mom changed her name….."
"Your mom changed…her shoes….Cause they were sweaty. From running through my mind all day….."
The former champion is considered the MVP of the Thunderdome era as she and Sasha Banks had a remarkable feud during that period. With Charlotte Flair absent at the moment and Banks' future uncertain, The Role Model's potential return will certainly bring some needed buzz to the women's division
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