Bianca Belair, the former WWE Women’s Champion, has been sidelined since WrestleMania 41 after suffering finger injuries during her Triple Threat Women’s World Championship match against IYO SKY and Rhea Ripley. Though she briefly appeared as a special guest referee for Naomi versus Jade Cargill at Evolution 2025, her in-ring return has yet to take place. Recently, Belair was featured alongside The Usos on their upcoming cooking show, “YEE(A)T,” produced by Fanatics Studios, sparking speculation about her return to WWE-related media and possibly the ring.
The show will be unscripted and include appearances from other WWE Superstars and celebrities. It is scheduled to be available on WWE’s social media platforms and YouTube, marking a fresh engagement opportunity for Belair while fans await her full comeback.
Injury Details Clarified by Bianca Belair
Belair’s long absence left fans concerned, as her expected recovery timeline of six months has stretched beyond eight months. In a candid interview with BET’s 106 & Sports, Belair explained the severity of her injury, dispelling earlier confusion.
“Yeah, so, I broke my knuckle, which is not my finger. I broke my knuckle. I broke the joint. It’s something that I thought was going to be very straightforward, 8-12 weeks. It’s been almost six months at this point. But it was WrestleMania [41], and I was in a Triple Threat match with Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY, and we were going to the top rope because that’s what we do, and we came off the top rope, and Rhea landed straight on my hand, and it just crushed everything of my finger. So, it’s been a crazy journey,”
Bianca Belair, WWE Superstar
Despite the prolonged healing process, Belair has recently returned to training, suggesting her in-ring return could be imminent. With the Royal Rumble approaching at the end of the month, fans are hopeful to see her competing again soon.
Implications of Belair’s Upcoming Return
Bianca Belair’s appearance on “YEE(A)T” not only keeps her visible to WWE audiences but also signals the possibility of her rejoining active storylines. Her recovery and readiness to work out are critical indicators that she may participate in upcoming WWE events, reigniting interest in the women’s division. The return of a former champion like Belair is significant for WWE as it adds depth to title competition and revitalizes fan engagement.
BIANCA BELAIR & LIV MORGAN featured in the new Netflix commercial "Your Future is on its way".
LAST TWO in the Women's Royal Rumble??? 👀 pic.twitter.com/m2VR84iYGN
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