WWE's Bayley future unclear as company mentions her frequently on Raw
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 3:17 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026

WWE has been referencing Bayley frequently on Raw, suggesting the company anticipates her return. Bayley has not appeared since her loss to Lyra Valkyria on July 18 at Madison Square Garden. Speculation about her status intensified after she posted a training video with AEW talent, but there is no confirmed information on whether she has re-signed. Sources differ on the details of her contract expiration, with some stating as late as 2026 or extending to January 2027. The ongoing references to her could indicate WWE's intention to keep her in the spotlight amid uncertainties over her future.
- •WWE has referenced Bayley multiple times during her absence.
- •Bayley last competed on July 18 against Lyra Valkyria.
- •Speculation arose from Bayley's training video featuring AEW wrestlers.
- •Reports differ on when Bayley's contract actually expires.
- •Her recent mentions suggest WWE is preparing for her return.
- 3:17 PMYahoo Sports — MAJOR Update on Bayley’s WWE Future Suggests a Return Could Happen Soon
"The way WWE has been talking about Bayley on television suggests the company is not worried about losing her to […]
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