Kairi Sane returns to WWE with first singles win in five years after being sidelined by an arm injury during the fall of 2024. The former NXT Women’s Champion had missed several months of in-ring action, making her comeback last month, though her initial match resulted in a loss to Rhea Ripley during a Money in the Bank qualifying Triple Threat Match on WWE RAW.
That contest saw additional drama as Zoey Stark suffered a leg injury that ultimately required surgery, marking an unfortunate turn in the bout. However, Sane saw her fortune change the following week on RAW when she secured a shocking singles win, ending a five-year wait for a televised singles victory.
Sane Overcomes Liv Morgan and Recent Challenges
Competing against Liv Morgan, Sane managed to secure her first singles win on TV since her previous qualifying match appearances last year. This outcome proved unexpected, as Sane has primarily competed in tag team matches in recent years, most often partnered with Asuka or as part of the Damage CTRL faction.
The significance of this win is heightened by the fact that most of her television time has involved tag team situations, which has limited her opportunities in one-on-one competition. With Damage CTRL likely disbanded as IYO SKY moves forward as the Women’s World Champion, and Dakota Kai’s recent release from WWE, both Asuka and Sane are currently focused on their solo careers. While there remains potential for a reunion among these wrestlers, they continue to work separately for now.
Upcoming Developments on WWE RAW and Future Prospects
This week, Kairi Sane is not scheduled for a match on WWE RAW, as the focus remains on the ongoing Money in the Bank qualifiers. Liv Morgan, whom Sane recently defeated, will instead compete against RAW’s newest acquisition, Stephanie Vaquer, and Ivy Nile in a Triple Threat Qualifier.
Stephanie Vaquer’s promotion to the red brand was announced ahead of the episode, following her loss of the NXT Women’s Championship. She now stands as a leading contender to secure a place in this year’s Women’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match. Vaquer competes alongside fellow former NXT stars Roxanne Perez and Giulia, all of whom are striving to make an impact on the main roster.
Kairi Sane’s recent victory signals an important moment in her singles career, raising questions about her next steps within WWE. As the Women’s division undergoes changes with new talents rising, Sane’s resurgence could influence upcoming storylines and the direction of future matches on RAW.
