Questions surrounding WWE SmackDown alliance changes have grown as recent creative moves have left key stars, including former NXT Women’s Champion Giulia, in uncertain positions. With the current team dynamics failing to elevate talent, calls are intensifying for WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H to reconsider present partnerships on the blue brand.
Giulia and Kiana James: A Pairing Without Clear Direction
In recent months, Giulia, also known as The Beautiful Madness, has been paired with Kiana James on SmackDown. The intention behind this alliance appeared to establish James as Giulia’s manager, offering support during promos and acting as a ringside ally. However, this partnership has not given Giulia the platform needed to further her character or storyline. Creative plans for the duo remain vague, and their segments have lacked a definitive narrative or identity.
While Giulia has found herself in competition with Chelsea Green for the Women’s United States Title, she has struggled to gain momentum. Despite her credentials as an Italian–Japanese star and former champion, pairing with James has not resulted in the character development many anticipated.
Kiana James’ Potential Stifled by Her Current Role
Kiana James is recognized for her skills both in the ring and on the microphone. However, functioning primarily as Giulia’s manager has limited her opportunities to engage in compelling promos and showcase her personality. Rather than helping herself or Giulia, James’s current spot has prevented both from progressing.
To reinvigorate her career and benefit the wider division, a major betrayal could be introduced. If James were to turn on Giulia and instead join Chelsea Green’s Secret Hervice, she could substitute for Piper Niven, who is currently absent. This switch would allow James to team with Alba Fyre, giving her a fresh angle and possibly a run at the Women’s Tag Team Titles. Such a shift would not only renew her own storyline but could also inject much-needed drama into the division.
Giulia’s Path Forward: A Potential Alliance with the Kabuki Warriors
Rather than remaining in a stagnant solo run, Giulia could find renewed purpose by aligning herself with the Kabuki Warriors—Asuka and Kairi Sane—on WWE RAW. All three are known for their heel personas, making an alliance both strategic and logical.
The Kabuki Warriors currently dominate the women’s tag division as the reigning WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions. Introducing Giulia into their stable would expand their influence, offer her a stronger platform, and possibly position The Beautiful Madness as a challenger for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship. The narrative possibilities would give Giulia and her new partners a chance to shine and keep their storylines dynamic across RAW and SmackDown.
As fans and observers continue to voice concerns, WWE’s creative leadership faces a pivotal moment. How Triple H addresses these WWE SmackDown alliance changes will impact the development and long-term trajectory of Giulia, Kiana James, and the wider women’s division.
Giulia should join The Kabuki Warriors as Asuka's golden student.
Kairi Sane continues to be the student who gets treated badly. pic.twitter.com/bS32gQIdIJ
— Finesse (@ProWFinesse) December 28, 2025
