Nikki Bella made her return to WWE competition during the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble match. Following her appearance, Bella shared her thoughts on being back in a WWE ring.
It’s crazy. The crowd just gets you right back into who you are out there. What I sometimes have to be careful of is that I almost want to go into ultimate heel Nikki mode because it’s where I thrive.
Bella reflected on the emotional impact of returning to WWE.
You try not to get emotional because it’s been so long. I love my WWE Universe family. I love my family back here. When you hear the crowd react like that, you’re just like, ‘Oh my Gosh.’ It gives you all the feels.
Speaking about potential opponents, Bella identified several targets.
There are parts of me that have unfinished business, long business, with Charlotte Flair, but also Liv Morgan. I’ve never caused chaos to Bayley, that’s someone I’ve really been loving. I kind of want to kick her off her high horse… and Chelsea Green too.