WWE has announced a Women’s Elimination Chamber qualifying match between Naomi and Chelsea Green for SmackDown. Given the current landscape of the women’s division, the match presents an opportunity for Jade Cargill to make her anticipated return to WWE programming.
Cargill has been absent from WWE television since suffering an attack prior to Survivor Series. The former AEW TBS Champion was discovered injured on a car windshield, leading to Bayley replacing her in the WarGames match. Subsequently, Naomi stepped in as her replacement for the Women’s Tag Team Championship.
The circumstances surrounding Cargill’s attacker remain unresolved, with speculation surrounding Naomi’s involvement due to her immediate position as a replacement champion. The qualifying match between Naomi and Chelsea Green could serve as a pivotal moment for Cargill to address these lingering questions.
Current on-screen alignments and existing relationships between Cargill, Naomi, and Bianca Belair suggest potential storytelling opportunities. A return during the qualification match would establish clear directions for all involved parties heading into the Elimination Chamber premium live event.
The timing of Cargill’s return holds particular significance with WrestleMania approaching. The identity of her mysterious attacker remains a key unresolved storyline that requires closure before WWE’s premier event.