Liv Morgan’s WWE absence controversy escalated after former WWE head writer Vince Russo questioned the company’s handling of her role. During a recent episode of the BroDown podcast hosted by Mac Davis, Russo expressed surprise that Morgan appeared at WWE’s historic press conference but has not been featured regularly on television. This inconsistency has raised doubts about WWE’s creative plans involving her.
WrestleMania 43 Announcement in Riyadh Showcases Top WWE Talent
The press conference announcing WrestleMania 43 took place this week from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with major WWE stars in attendance. Announcer Joe Tessitore led the event, which included appearances from The Undertaker, Shawn Michaels, Charlotte Flair, Bianca Belair, and Liv Morgan among others such as Stephanie Vaquer, Logan Paul, Seth Rollins, and Triple H. Despite her presence at this significant event, Morgan remains absent from WWE’s weekly television shows.
The Details Behind Morgan’s TV Hiatus and Injury
Liv Morgan’s last televised match was on the June 16 episode of RAW, where she faced Kairi Sane but suffered a shoulder injury that forced her out early in the match. Since then, she has not featured on WWE programming, leading to speculation about her status and future in the company. Vince Russo suspects that Morgan’s prolonged absence from television indicates a lack of direction from WWE’s creative team.
Vince Russo’s Criticism of WWE’s Creative Strategy
“I just think it’s fascinating, and I’ve been saying it for weeks and weeks and weeks. Liv Morgan can be on that press conference, but she can’t be on TV? And then when I tell you that’s because the King of Pops is saving her for a pop, you think I have no idea what I’m talking about. I can’t comprehend if I was the writer of the show and I literally had stars sitting at home. I can’t comprehend that. That tells you flat out they don’t know what to do with her, they don’t have a plan for her. The fact that they flew her all the way to Saudi, but she can’t appear on RAW? Okay.”
—Vince Russo, former WWE head writer
Uncertainty Surrounds Liv Morgan’s Return to WWE Programming
As WWE continues to prepare for WrestleMania 43, the status of Liv Morgan remains unclear. Her injury and absence from weekly shows have left fans and insiders anxious about when or if she will return to active competition. With prominent figures like Triple H involved in WWE’s creative decisions, speculation continues that they might be plotting a major comeback moment for Morgan, though no official plans have been disclosed.
Implications for WWE’s Creative Direction and Fan Expectations
The ongoing Liv Morgan WWE absence controversy highlights deeper challenges within the company’s creative approach, especially in effectively utilizing high-profile talent. Fans and commentators alike are concerned that missed opportunities could diminish the momentum of promising wrestlers. How WWE manages her return could significantly impact the company’s storytelling and audience engagement in the coming months.
