After being sidelined for over a year due to injury, WWE star Kiana James made her in-ring return on the July 18 episode of WWE SmackDown, marking a significant comeback. The WWE star returns forms new tagteam connections as James appeared in a main event match against Michin before the show officially began.
Journey Back from Injury and WWE Draft Impact
Kiana James was promoted from NXT to WWE Raw during the 2024 WWE Draft but suffered a severe leg injury after just a few weeks on Raw. Recent sightings of James backstage at WWE shows, including photos from the Evolution event, indicated she was preparing for a return to active competition.
New Alliance Sparks on SmackDown With Giulia
In addition to her in-ring appearance, Kiana James was featured in a backstage segment where Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss announced their challenge for the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship at SummerSlam against Raquel Rodriguez and Roxanne Perez. During this scene, James was seen conversing with Women’s United States Champion Giulia, hinting at a new tag team alliance forming between the two wrestlers.
Anticipating Future Developments Following Her Return
The potential new partnership between Kiana James and Giulia could play an important role in WWE’s women’s division as the road to SummerSlam develops. Fans and analysts will be watching closely for further appearances and storylines involving the duo as SmackDown continues. This return not only signifies James’s recovery but also sets up fresh narratives for WWE programming.
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