On the August 11 edition of Monday Night RAW, WWE aired an emotional pre-recorded promo featuring Bayley, the former Damage CTRL leader. After 13 years with the company, Bayley revealed she was feeling empty, accepting full responsibility for her situation. The 36-year-old wrestler tearfully admitted that her journey as The Role Model had brought her nowhere and left her isolated, struggling to recall the last time she felt proud of herself. This candid moment highlighted the challenges she faces in her wrestling career.
Wrestling Community Responds to Bayley’s RAW Promo and Instagram Post
Bayley later shared the entire RAW promo on her Instagram account, grabbing the attention of many prominent wrestlers. Stars such as Charlotte Flair, Dakota Kai, Mustafa Ali, B-Fab, and Elayna Black left comments, while others including CM Punk, Sheamus, Jade Cargill, Tiffany Stratton, Roxanne Perez, Braun Strowman, Matt Cardona, and Maxxine Dupri expressed support by liking the post. This wave of reactions shows how deeply Bayley’s message resonated within the wrestling community.
Vince Russo Questions Future for Bayley and The New Day
In a recent episode of Legion of RAW on Sportskeeda WrestleBinge, former WWE head writer Vince Russo voiced his doubts about Bayley’s and The New Day’s place in the current WWE lineup. He stated that both Bayley and the acclaimed tag team had likely exhausted their potential in the promotion. Russo remarked that despite their weekly appearances on WWE programming, there was little left creatively to offer them.
“It’s funny because we talk about that, but Bayley, we talk about freaking New Day. We talk about freaking talents that have run their course. Okay? There’s nothing more you could do with Bayley. There’s nothing more you could do with New Day. These are people that have run their course, but yet every week, week after week, they’re on the show, and nobody cares,” —Vince Russo, Former WWE Head Writer
Bayley’s Promo Ends with a Dark Shift, Hinting at Character Change
The conclusion of Bayley’s RAW promo was notable for its unsettling tone; the broadcast cut to darkness followed by eerie laughter, suggesting a significant character transformation is underway. This shift is widely interpreted as Bayley preparing to adopt a heel persona after facing a series of professional challenges. Fans and insiders alike are keenly watching how this change might affect her role within WWE going forward.
The Implications for Bayley and WWE Storylines
Bayley’s honest confession and the strong reactions from notable WWE stars indicate that her career remains a subject of interest in the industry. The apparent heel turn could inject fresh energy into her character, offering new storyline possibilities. Meanwhile, the skepticism expressed by Vince Russo underscores ongoing debates about creative directions for longstanding talents like Bayley and The New Day. How WWE develops these arcs will be key to maintaining audience engagement in upcoming episodes.
