Nikki Bella returns to WWE SmackDown, sets up SummerSlam match
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 12:48 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Nikki Bella returned to WWE SmackDown on July 24, 2026, aiding her sister Brie and Paige during an attack by Fatal Influence. Bella interrupted following Brie's victory over Lainey Reid, hitting Jacy Jayne with a Rack Attack 2.0. She announced a six-woman tag match featuring herself, Brie, and Paige against Fatal Influence at SummerSlam. Bella's return marks her first appearance since being away from the ring.
- •Bella intervened after Fatal Influence attacked Brie and Paige.
- •Brie had just defeated Lainey Reid in a previous match.
- •The SummerSlam match will feature Bella, Brie, and Paige.
- •Bella's return adds suspense to the upcoming SummerSlam event.
- 12:48 AMWrestling Inc — Nikki Bella Returns On WWE SmackDown, Sets Up Six-Woman Tag Match At SummerSlam 2026
"Nikki Bella returned on "WWE SmackDown" to make the save for her sister, Brie, and Paige, and set up a six-woman tag team match at WWE SummerSlam.
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