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Nikki Bell Turns Heel by Attacking Stephanie Vaquer After World Title Defense on Raw, Reaction to Heel Turn

The WWE Women’s World Championship picture took a stunning twist on Monday night’s Raw, as Nikki Bella viciously turned on Stephanie Vaquer moments after the champion successfully defended her title against Raquel Rodriguez and Roxanne Perez. What began as a moment of celebration quickly spiraled into betrayal, as Bella struck down the very woman she had publicly supported for months.

Vaquer entered the triple threat match knowing the odds were against her — facing both the powerhouse Rodriguez and the cunning Perez. From the opening bell, Rodriguez used her strength advantage to dominate, throwing Vaquer around with ease. But the technically gifted Vaquer weathered the storm, countering a flurry of power moves and nearly sealing the win with a stunning crossbody, only for Rodriguez to kick out at two.

The chaos outside the ring nearly cost Vaquer the match when Perez grabbed her leg, but Bella, who had been ringside offering moral support, intervened by chasing Perez away. The distraction gave Vaquer a much-needed opening. After dodging a middle-rope attack from Rodriguez, the champion landed her devastating Spinal Tap, securing the three-count and retaining her title.

However, Vaquer’s celebration was short-lived. Perez, furious over the loss, tried to ambush the champion, but Bella once again ran her off — seemingly coming to Vaquer’s aid. That’s when the shocking moment unfolded. As Vaquer turned to thank her longtime supporter, Nikki Bella blasted her in the face with the championship belt. The WWE Hall of Famer then stood over the fallen champion, holding the Women’s World Title high while taunting the crowd.

In a symbolic gesture, Bella tore off her trademark red “Fearless” top to reveal a darker, edgier version of her iconic gear — signaling a dramatic transformation and the rebirth of the “Fearless” persona with a sinister twist.

The message was clear: Nikki Bella isn’t here to mentor anymore — she’s here to conquer. While WWE hasn’t announced when the inevitable showdown between Bella and Vaquer will take place, one thing is certain: the Women’s World Championship scene just became a lot more dangerous.

Backstage Reaction to Nikki Bella’s Stunning Heel Turn

Backstage sources say Nikki Bella’s shocking attack on Stephanie Vaquer was one of the most talked-about moments of the night among talent and production staff. Many within WWE reportedly kept the turn tightly under wraps to preserve the surprise, with only a handful of people aware of the angle before showtime.

According to one insider, WWE officials view Bella’s heel turn as a “statement moment” designed to jolt the women’s division and spark a major new rivalry heading into the winter season. The creative team is said to be thrilled about Bella’s willingness to return in a darker, more ruthless role — a stark contrast from her previous appearances as a beloved Hall of Famer and reality TV star.

Fan reactions online were equally intense. Social media lit up with mixed emotions — some fans praising the storytelling and the unexpected swerve, while others expressed shock at seeing Bella take down her own protégé. Many noted the symbolism in Bella shedding her red “Fearless” tank top, calling it a powerful visual for a full-blown heel rebirth.

Whether Bella’s new attitude leads her straight into a title match with Vaquer remains to be seen, but one thing’s clear: WWE has reignited one of its biggest female names, and the Women’s World Championship picture just got its most intriguing twist in months.

Jordynne Grace and Stephanie Vaquer Reportedly Headed to WWE Main Roster

The winds of change continue to blow through WWE NXT, and Tuesday night’s episode only added fuel to the fire. Two of the brand’s biggest female stars appear to be on the verge of major promotions, and the timing couldn’t be more telling.

According to wrestling journalist Cory Hays, Stephanie Vaquer and Jordynne Grace are expected to make the leap to the main roster imminently. Hays posted a text screenshot on X (formerly Twitter) that simply reads: “Stephanie Vaquer is expected to join ‘Raw.’ Jordynne Grace is expected to join ‘SmackDown.'” While Hays didn’t disclose the source of the message, he did note that Grace’s time in NXT was never intended to be long-term.

Grace officially signed with WWE in February after multiple cameo appearances while she was still with TNA. Her contract reportedly placed her on the main roster from the start, but WWE held off on her Raw or SmackDown debut until they had a meaningful spot for her—especially with WrestleMania 41 on the horizon. Her most recent in-ring action came at NXT Battleground, where she unsuccessfully challenged Vaquer for the NXT Women’s Championship.

As for Vaquer, her loss on last night’s episode of NXT may have been her curtain call for the brand. She dropped the title to Jacy Jayne in a chaotic match that saw interference from Jayne’s Fatal Influence allies Jazmyn Nyx and Fallon Henley. Vaquer, who signed with WWE last summer and won the title from Giulia in March, will get one final NXT spotlight when she competes at Worlds Collide next weekend in Inglewood, California.

These anticipated call-ups align with WWE’s recent pattern of bolstering the main roster with fresh faces from NXT. Giulia and Roxanne Perez were recently elevated, and both are already carving out their spaces on the big stage. Meanwhile, Ricky Starks also lost his title last night, hinting at a possible call-up of his own, though nothing has been confirmed yet regarding his next steps.

If the reports prove true, WWE is building a formidable new generation on both Raw and SmackDown, and fans should expect some serious shake-ups heading into the second half of 2025.

Stay tuned to Wrestling News Blog for all the latest updates on these potential roster moves and more!

Giulia Shakes Up NXT Women’s Title Picture with Shocking Return Ahead of Stand & Deliver

The road to Stand & Deliver just got a lot more chaotic — and a lot more exciting — as the NXT Women’s Championship picture saw a major shakeup on Tuesday night’s episode of WWE NXT.

The show kicked off with Jaida Parker squaring off against TNA Knockouts Champion Jordynne Grace in a match with championship implications. NXT Women’s Champion Stephanie Vaquer was on commentary, poised to reveal her challenger for Stand & Deliver after the bout. But things spiraled out of control before she could even finish her thought.

After a fast-paced start, the match broke down outside the ring. Parker, never one to back down from confrontation, slapped Vaquer at ringside. The champ fired back, but in the chaos accidentally nailed Grace, prompting the referee to call for the disqualification. That didn’t stop the fight, though — all three women kept brawling, and just when things couldn’t get any more volatile, Giulia’s music hit.

The former NXT Women’s Champion made a thunderous return, sprinting to the ring and aligning with Vaquer — or so it seemed. After fending off Parker and Grace, Giulia turned on her ally-turned-rival, hitting Vaquer with a devastating Death Valley Driver and holding the title high above her head, a clear message that she’s back and wants her gold.

Later in the night, a furious and defiant Vaquer told NXT General Manager Ava that she will defend her title against all three challengers — Giulia, Jaida Parker, and Jordynne Grace — in a fatal four-way match at Stand & Deliver.

This marks Giulia’s first appearance on NXT TV since dropping the title to Vaquer at Roadblock in Madison Square Garden last month. Though there were rumors of an injury following her title loss, she had quietly been working non-televised live events, and now she’s made her presence felt in a major way.

With four top-tier competitors and no shortage of personal animosity, the NXT Women’s Championship match at Stand & Deliver is shaping up to be one of the most must-see bouts of WrestleMania weekend. Will Vaquer survive the onslaught, or is Giulia poised to reclaim her throne?

Stay tuned — NXT’s women’s division just became the hottest ticket in town.

Report: Reason Why WWE NXT Booked Double Title Match For Roadblock

A major champion in WWE NXT is reportedly dealing with an injury, which may explain the high-stakes title match set for NXT Roadblock.

On this week’s episode of NXT, General Manager Ava announced that NXT Women’s Champion Giulia will face Women’s North American Champion Stephanie Vaquer in a rare double-title match, with both championships on the line. However, new reports suggest that this match may have been booked due to an injury concern.

Bryan Alvarez of Wrestling Observer Live revealed that one of the competitors is currently banged up and needs time off, though he didn’t specify which one. However, WrestlePurists and Ibou of Self Made later confirmed on social media that Giulia is the one dealing with an injury. PWInsider Elite also reported that the NXT Women’s Champion is hurt, though the exact nature of her injury remains unknown. Despite this, multiple sources confirm that Giulia is still scheduled to compete at Roadblock.

Giulia has been on a dominant run since capturing the NXT Women’s Championship from Roxanne Perez at New Year’s Evil on January 7. She successfully defended the title against Perez, Bayley, and Cora Jade in a Fatal 4-Way at Vengeance Day, and her upcoming clash with Vaquer marks her second defense.

With both titles at stake, Roadblock could significantly shake up NXT’s women’s division. However, with Giulia reportedly competing through an injury, fans will be watching closely to see how it impacts the match—and what the future holds for her reign.

Stephanie Vaquer Makes WWE NXT Debut

Stephanie Vaquer made her on-screen debut during this week’s episode of WWE NXT.

In the main event segment on this week’s edition of NXT, Roxanne Perez and Giulia were involved in a “press conference” prior to their Women’s Title match on next week’s debut on The CW Network.

As the two women took shots at each other, Vaquer appeared on the big screen from Chile to interrupt Giulia. She revealed that she’ll be waiting for the winner of next week’s match.

Source: eWn

Former CMLL Star Stephanie Vaquer Signs With WWE Instead Of AEW

Stephanie Vaquer is bound for WWE. The former CMLL and NJPW champion is set to debut with the United States-based promotion, but there’s been some question about her status with CMLL ahead of her signing.

According to the Wrestling Observer, Vaquer was under contract with CMLL but the promotion and its partner NJPW knew that Vaquer would be negotiating with both AEW and WWE. However, both promotions asked that she still work the upcoming NJPW/CMLL Fantasticamania show in San Jose, CA, as she had been advertised for the show. CMLL also asked her to lose her CMLL Women’s title on her way out.

Vaquer signed with WWE but was unable to commit to the original Fantasticamania show and she vacated her title, leading to a Three-Way Match for the CMLL Women’s Championship taking place that night. CMLL and NJPW have already announced Vaquer’s departure, which signaled her going to WWE, as AEW is a business partner of both companies and would’ve allowed her to complete her booked dates.

WWE Hall of Famer and “NXT” creative head Shawn Michaels confirmed the news on X (formerly known as Twitter) on Wednesday, formally welcoming Vaquer to the white-and-gold brand.

https://twitter.com/ShawnMichaels/status/1811151655544496619

According to reports ahead of the announcement, Vaquer had entered WWE’s radar specifically after her outing against Mercedes Mone at AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door. She was booked in two appearances, wrestling Lady Frost prior to Forbidden Door during “AEW Collision,” and had reportedly been offered a deal to continue with Tony Khan’s company. However, she decided to join WWE, foregoing any of her future bookings with NJPW and CMLL and allegedly upsetting all three promotions. CMLL is said to be upset they were unable to have Vaquer drop the CMLL Women’s World and Women’s Tag Team titles prior to her departure as they had intended; they were vacated instead. Vaquer lost the NJPW STRONG Women’s Championship to Mone at Forbidden Door, simultaneously failing to capture the TBS Championship. She is the latest international women’s talent to be brought into WWE after Giulia agreed to terms to join the “WWE NXT” brand in the near future.

Dave Meltzer is reporting that WWE has no plans to change Vaquer’s ring name. This approach contrasts with WWE’s typical practice of creating new names for talents joining from other promotions, allowing the company to retain intellectual property rights.

However, it is essential to note that WWE can always change Vaquer’s ring name in the future.