Brie Bella made a memorable comeback at the WWE Royal Rumble in Riyadh on January 31 by participating in the women’s Royal Rumble match alongside her twin sister, Nikki Bella. This marked a highly anticipated return for the Hall of Famer, who revealed that one of her signature moves was added to her performance at the very last minute.
Brie Bella’s Unexpected Return and Signature Move
Brie Bella stunned audiences during the women’s Royal Rumble event held in Saudi Arabia, reuniting with Nikki Bella in the ring for the first time in years. In a recent conversation on the Crico Kidd Block Party podcast, Brie disclosed that the decision to include her famous “Yes! kicks” in her offense was made only hours before the match began. With the crowd’s energy in mind, she chose to perform the move only if the audience was actively engaged.
Brie explained the uncertainty she initially felt about the reception she would receive at the Riyadh Premium Live Event. Having been away from active wrestling for some time and with no prior WWE matches in Saudi Arabia during her initial career, she was unsure how familiar Saudi fans would be with her.
“It was way louder than I expected. I didn’t know if Saudi Arabia would know who I was,”
Brie said.
Pressure and Preparation Behind the Scenes
The Hall of Famer admitted that anxiety and pressure weighed heavily on her leading up to the match since she was the main surprise entrant on the card. While other returning wrestlers like Tiffany Stratton also caught fans off guard, Brie felt an extra burden as the unexpected return. She shared,
“There was a lot of stuff in my head going on where I just was very stressed out, especially because I was really the only surprise. I mean, Tiffany (Stratton) came back, and that was incredible, but a surprise that people weren’t expecting. It was a lot of pressure, a lot.”
This stress contributed to her hesitation about performing the “Yes kicks” until she sensed the crowd’s enthusiasm live.
“Truly, I wasn’t going to do the Yes kicks, until about a couple hours before the show, but I only was going to do it if the crowd was going to come. I’m like, I’m not doing Yes kicks if no one’s chanting, do you know what I mean?”
Brie noted.
Full-Time Return and Future Prospects
Brie Bella’s return to WWE is not just a one-time appearance; she has indicated that she plans to rejoin the roster on a full-time basis. Her comeback has generated excitement among fans and wrestlers alike, setting the stage for fresh storylines and rivalries. This addition to WWE’s talent pool also underscores the company’s ongoing efforts to bolster its roster with iconic and popular figures from wrestling history.
The positive response from the crowd in Saudi Arabia reflects the global reach and continuing popularity of WWE, even in markets where wrestling events have been less common. Brie Bella’s performance, capped by the surprise inclusion of her trademark move, solidifies her relevance and connection with audiences worldwide.
Fans can expect to see Brie Bella actively involved in upcoming WWE programming, with the Royal Rumble marking the beginning of her renewed career phase. Her experience and recognizable style will likely contribute significantly to future matches and story arcs.
