WWE has traveled to Europe for their August tour, beginning with a stop in Ireland ahead of SmackDown tonight. Former Women’s Champion Bayley was recently seen in Dublin, Ireland, where she was training wrestlers at a local wrestling school. This appearance coincides with WWE’s first European tour stop and hints at developments for Bayley’s WWE RAW Bayley Heel Turn storyline.
Earlier, Bayley mentioned in a live session that she was in Dublin and hinted that she might be up to something, aligning with WWE’s schedule as their next show after Ireland is in Liverpool. This suggests Bayley’s trip to Ireland is connected to this weekend’s SmackDown event.
Frustration Evident in Bayley’s Recent Appearances on WWE RAW
Bayley has shared frustration through recent videos, stating she has not been actively appearing on WWE RAW for weeks. Instead, WWE has broadcast pre-recorded vignettes teasing her possible heel turn, creating tension around her character’s future direction. Though no clear outcome has been revealed, these teasers imply Bayley could be switching shows or embracing a darker persona.
Additionally, Bayley noted that Naomi, a fellow wrestler, was originally planned to join the tour. However, after announcing her pregnancy, Naomi has been removed from upcoming event lineups due to a high-risk condition. This absence leaves room for Bayley to take a more prominent role, especially in front of the enthusiastic Irish fans.
Significance of a Possible Heel Turn While on European Tour
The reaction to a heel turn can be more impactful internationally, and Bayley could benefit from this shift while WWE performs in Ireland and England. Irish audiences are known for their passionate support but also their enthusiastic response to storyline twists, offering fertile ground for a character change to resonate.
As WWE advances its European tour, the choices made with Bayley’s character could reshape her role in upcoming SmackDown events and influence the overall storytelling leading into the later parts of the season.
“I was in Dublin, Ireland and might get up to something.”
—Bayley
