Nikki Bella Returns To WWE During 7/24 WWE SmackDown

Nikki Bella returns to WWE.

During the July 24 WWE SmackDown, Brie Bella faced Lainey Reid in a singles match. Brie won this match with a rollup.

After the match, the rest of Fatal Influence attacked Brie and Paige. Shortly after, Nikki Bella appeared to even the odds. Her name had resurfaced in creative discussions in WWE, as previously reported by Wrestlevotes Radio on Fightful Select.

Nikki suffered an ankle injury in March 2026, which led to her missing out on this year’s WrestleMania as well.

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