Jordynne Grace will face Candice LeRae in a singles match next Friday on SmackDown, after their heated exchange during a backstage segment on the most recent episode. Grace has expressed a firm demand for the type of opponent she wants to face during their bout.
Grace Insists on Facing LeRae’s Fierce PWG Persona
Taking to X, Jordynne Grace shared a striking image of a battered Candice LeRae holding the PWG World Tag Team Championship, making it clear that only this ruthless version of LeRae will do in their upcoming fight.
Give me THIS version, @CandiceLeRae, next week, or don’t bother,
Grace declared.
Candice LeRae’s History in Pro Wrestling Guerrilla
Candice LeRae enjoyed a decade-long run with Pro Wrestling Guerrilla (PWG) from 2006 to 2016, during which she notably held the PWG World Tag Team Championship with Joey Ryan for 300 days between July 2014 and May 2015. Much of her career was marked by intense matches, including bouts against male competitors.
LeRae’s Recent Wrestling Activity and Ring Return
Although LeRae’s in-ring appearances have been limited lately, she participated in the 2026 Women’s Royal Rumble. Before this, her last singles outing was at an NXT live event in September of the previous year, leaving some uncertainty about the form she will bring to the SmackDown match.
Implications for SmackDown and Future Matches
This confrontation highlights a significant moment as Jordynne Grace seeks a serious challenge by invoking Candice LeRae’s fierce reputation from her PWG days. The match next week will test if LeRae can channel that intense, battle-hardened persona in the current SmackDown environment, setting the stage for potential new rivalries and storylines within WWE.
Give me THIS version @CandiceLeRae next week or don’t bother. pic.twitter.com/VC9HG0NaGV
— Jordynne Grace (@JordynneGrace) February 21, 2026
