Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair have paired up to challenge for the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship at SummerSlam, following several intriguing backstage encounters. This unexpected alliance highlights the evolving dynamics in WWE’s women’s division as both wrestlers seek their first title since returning earlier this year.
Background on Flair and Bliss’s Partnership and Title Aspirations
Initially, reports suggested WWE might separate Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss, potentially setting them up for a singles match at the major SummerSlam event. Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter mentioned this plan, but Fightful Select later clarified that no such consideration was made to pit the two former Women’s Champions against each other in a one-on-one match during the show. Instead, they remain a team, preparing to face the reigning Women’s Tag Team Champions in a conventional tag match.
Charlotte Flair, known as “The Queen,” has been without a championship since losing the WWE SmackDown Women’s Championship to Rhea Ripley at WrestleMania 39 two years ago. Likewise, Alexa Bliss has not secured a title since winning the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship with Asuka in 2022. Their joint pursuit of gold at SummerSlam signals both women’s strong desire to reclaim their standing in WWE.
Insights from Wrestling Veteran on the Unclear Storyline
WWE’s former head writer Vince Russo has expressed confusion over the storyline involving the partnership between Bliss and Flair. During a recent episode of BroDown with host Mac Davis, Russo spoke candidly about the puzzling “We’re not friends” theme that has defined much of their on-screen interaction.
“We go to Charlotte and Alexa for the 89th time. We’re friends. We’re not friends. I got a T-shirt that says, ‘We’re not friends,’ but I want you to come out to the ring tonight so that you could help me because I helped you last week. What does this mean? What does any of this mean, man?” —Vince Russo, former WWE head writer
This commentary underscores how the storyline’s ambiguity complicates audience understanding of their alliance and motivations.
Previous Encounters and Upcoming Match at SummerSlam
Bliss and Flair previously challenged for the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship during a Fatal Four-Way tag team match at WWE Evolution but failed to capture the titles. Their renewed effort at SummerSlam will be a traditional tag team match, which might provide a clearer showcase of their teamwork and strategy.
As they prepare to face the current champions, both wrestlers are eager to solidify their presence in WWE’s competitive women’s division. With the confusing storyline backdrop adding tension, their match could either strengthen their partnership or highlight the underlying friction that has surrounded their team since its inception.
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