At the 2026 Women’s Royal Rumble held at Riyadh Season Stadium, Brie Bella made an unexpected return to the ring, generating excitement not only among fans but also from fellow wrestler Chelsea Green. Chelsea shared a heartfelt message on X/Twitter shortly after Brie entered the match at position #29 and reunited with her sister Nikki in the ring, highlighting her own journey in WWE and the significance of the moment.
Chelsea Green’s Reflection on Her WWE Beginnings
Chelsea’s post featured a compelling throwback to her first WWE appearance in 2014, where she played a massage therapist involved in a storyline with Bryan Danielson, who is Brie Bella’s real-life husband. This early role was part of a feud between Danielson and Stephanie McMahon, with Chelsea’s character acting as a distraction intended to create tension between Danielson and Brie. Though this initial scene did not boost Chelsea’s career significantly at the time, it marked the start of her path in WWE.
From Supporting Role to Main Event Competitor
Over a decade later, both Chelsea Green and Brie Bella stood together in the same Royal Rumble ring, this time as established WWE superstars. Brie’s return was met with enthusiastic cheers and loud “YES!” chants from the crowd, a nod to her husband Bryan Danielson’s signature move. Commentary by Michael Cole cleverly referenced the tribute without explicitly naming him, saying,
“You know who he’s paying homage to.”
For Chelsea, witnessing this moment brought a personal sense of completion, transitioning from a side character in a past storyline to a central competitor in the present.
Looking Ahead: Possibilities for WWE Storylines
This reunion in Riyadh opens up potential creative opportunities for WWE, especially around developing narratives involving Chelsea Green and the Bella Twins. Fans have been encouraged to share their views on whether WWE should explore these connections further, possibly integrating past history into new storylines. Such moves could deepen the storytelling and showcase the growth of all involved talents within the company.
I’ve been waiting for this moment for 12 years. https://t.co/9UIcMjOn3T pic.twitter.com/zYn1iRJxTu
— CHELSEA GREEN (@ImChelseaGreen) February 1, 2026
