Bayley's social media post raises eyebrows amid contract speculation
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 6:39 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Bayley recently posted a video on Instagram that included AEW references, intensifying speculation regarding her WWE contract status. The video, featuring training footage with Mercedes Moné, was interpreted by some as a nod to AEW. The speculation followed Bayley's loss to Lyra Valkyria at Saturday Night's Main Event. Observers noted that reactions to her video have been mixed, with some backstage considering it inappropriate. Reports suggest Bayley's current contract with WWE may be up in October.
- •Bayley lost to Lyra Valkyria at Saturday Night's Main Event.
- •Her Instagram video included references to AEW and featured Mercedes Moné.
- •Speculation about her contract status intensified following the loss.
- •Some WWE personnel reacted negatively to her social media activity.
- •Bayley's contract is rumored to expire in October.
- 6:39 PMWrestling Inc — Recent Video Posted By WWE's Bayley Reportedly Seen As 'Eyebrow-Raising' Backstage
"Earlier this week, Bayley posed an Instagram video that included footage of Mercedes Moné and other AEW references amid contract status speculation.
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