Alexa Bliss & Nikki Bella return, Jordynne Grace arrives in WWE Royal Rumble
It was a night of returns and arrivals in the women’s Royal Rumble match.
Alexa Bliss and Nikki Bella made their returns to WWE on Saturday’s show in Indianapolis, while Jordynne Grace made her official WWE debut. Hall of Famer Trish Stratus also made a surprise appearance.
Grace was the first surprise of the night, entering at number 19. Michael Cole on commentary said that while she was a part of TNA when competing in last year’s Royal Rumble, she was now officially a part of the WWE roster. She was eventually eliminated by Giuilia from NXT.
Bliss came in at number 21 after being gone from WWE since early 2023, taking time off due to pregnancy. Arriving with her doll Lily, Bliss was eliminated by Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez.
Stratus made her return at number 25 and lasted a while before encountering Nia Jax, who eventually eliminated Stratus thanks to the help of Candice LeRae.
Bella was the final entrant of the women’s Royal Rumble, arriving at number 30. She lasted towards the end of the match, but was eliminated by Jax. The returning Charlotte Flair eventually emerged as the winner, last eliminating Roxanne Perez.
Other stars from NXT also made an appearance in the match including Lash Legend, Jaida Parker, Stephanie Vaquer, and NXT Women’s Champion Giulia.