Bayley earned an opportunity at the WWE Women’s Championship by defeating multiple competitors to become the Number One Contender. The championship match took place on SmackDown, where Tiffany Stratton successfully defended her title.

Following the match, Bayley shared an update about an injury she sustained during the contest. Through her Instagram stories, Bayley posted a video showing herself treating the injury in a tub.

Took a Tiffy toe right to da eyelid. Dunking it in a Tiffy tub.

The footage showed Bayley displaying a bruise near her eye while demonstrating her treatment method of submerging her head in water.

Bayley Could Face NXT Star At WrestleMania

An interaction between Roxanne Perez and Bayley occurred on NXT following Perez’s championship loss to Giulia. During Perez’s segment addressing her defeat, Bayley interrupted to offer guidance based on her main roster experience.

The exchange escalated when Perez rejected Bayley’s advice, culminating in Perez striking Bayley. Both competitors engaged in a physical confrontation, generating discussion about potential developments leading to WrestleMania 41.

Tiffany Stratton defends the WWE Women’s Championship against Bayley on SmackDown tonight. Bayley earned this opportunity after winning a Fatal 4-Way match last week. Several factors suggest potential outcomes for this championship encounter.

Factors That Could Impact The Championship Match

Stratton’s reign as WWE Women’s Champion began less than a month ago. The brief duration of her championship tenure, combined with WWE’s investment in her potential, indicates she may retain the title.

The ongoing situation with Nia Jax presents another layer to consider. Stratton captured the championship by betraying Jax. Rather than interfering to cost Stratton the title, Jax might target both competitors to set up a future championship opportunity for herself. Candice LeRae could potentially join Jax in this assault.

A recent interaction between Bayley and Roxanne Perez on NXT adds another dimension. Their hostile exchange during Bayley’s appearance on the developmental brand could lead to Perez interfering in tonight’s match. Perez, who lost the NXT Women’s Championship to Giulia last week, might prevent Bayley from capturing her second WWE Women’s Championship.

Stratton enters this match seeking her first career victory over Bayley.

Bayley took an interest in KiLynn King after WWE and TNA Wrestling announced their multiyear deal. The former WWE Women Champion reacted to one of King’s posts regarding the collaboration made by both companies.

Former TNA Knockouts Tag Team Champion King was really delighted with the partnership as she commented;

This is incredible. And we’re still in January. This is gonna be such a great year for both companies. LFG..🔥🔥🔥 @ThisIsTNA @WWE

She also received a message from Bayley,

Got my eye on you.

Got my eye on you.— Bayley (@itsBayleyWWE) January 16, 2025

Recent WWE-TNA Talent Exchange History

The alliance has already ensured that several wrestlers have crossed over between NXT and TNA Wrestling. TNA’s Grace, Rosemary, and Wentz have been featured on NXT, while WWE’s Ruca, Choo, and Paxley have competed for TNA.

The partnership between WWE and TNA Wrestling is one of the most exciting milestones in the history of professional wrestling as it has united performers from both sides and widened the fanbase.