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WWE star done with wrestling, Orton in trouble? & AJ Lee's return match
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Kelly Kelly has addressed her wrestling future, making it clear where she stands after stepping away from a full-time in-ring career more than a decade ago. The former Divas Champion, whose WWE schedule slowed dramatically after her 2012 exit, has since made only sporadic appearances, with her last match coming in the 2022 Women’s Royal Rumble. While motherhood has changed her priorities, she recently signed a WWE Legends deal, keeping the door open for occasional appearances or even a potential in-ring return.
Speaking on Insight with Chris Van Vliet, the 38-year-old praised fellow superstars Becky Lynch and Alexa Bliss for balancing wrestling careers with motherhood. Kelly Kelly acknowledged the sacrifices that come with being a parent, noting that it often brings full-time careers to an end. However, her Legends deal suggests she still has ties to WWE, leaving fans hopeful that she could make another cameo or special appearance in the future.
 Becky Lynch has finally broken her silence following her shocking involvement in CM Punk’s downfall at Clash in Paris 2025 and her subsequent assault on him during WWE RAW. Big Time Becks cemented her allegiance to The Vision faction by delivering a low blow to Punk at the premium live event, ensuring Seth Rollins retained his World Heavyweight Championship. The following night, she escalated matters further by repeatedly slapping Punk in the face, prompting The Second City Saint to warn that she would regret putting her hands on him. Taking to her Instagram Stories, Lynch bragged about her momentum, sharing that she had topped Uncrowned’s power rankings for women’s wrestling. She also posted an image of herself slapping Punk on RAW, clearly reveling in her new role as Rollins’ enforcer. With rumors swirling of AJ Lee’s return to even the odds, Lynch’s actions are setting the stage for one of WWE’s most heated rivalries of the year. |  WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair has spoken out about the company’s current use of Randy Orton, criticizing the way The Viper has been booked on television. Orton is currently embroiled in a heated rivalry with Drew McIntyre on Friday Night SmackDown, but Flair believes the former World Champion deserves a much bigger spotlight given his status and accomplishments in WWE. In an interview with The Escapist Magazine, Flair was asked about his daughter Charlotte Flair and reiterated his belief that she is the best wrestler in the world today. He added that Orton is the only star in the locker room who comes close to her level, before stressing that The Legend Killer is being underutilized. Flair’s remarks underline the respect Orton commands among his peers and highlight the ongoing debate about how WWE has been handling one of its greatest veterans. |
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AJ Lee is heavily rumored to be on the verge of a WWE return, with reports indicating she could step straight into a marquee matchup. The former Divas Champion, who last competed on the March 30, 2015 edition of RAW, has long been one of the most requested comebacks in wrestling. After nearly a decade away from the ring, it appears her return may finally be happening, and in dramatic fashion.
According to Bryan Alvarez on Wrestling Observer Live, AJ Lee is expected to reunite with her husband, CM Punk, at Wrestlepalooza on September 20. The pair is rumored to be facing Becky Lynch and Seth Rollins in a blockbuster Mixed Tag Team match, a bout that would intertwine some of WWE’s biggest ongoing storylines. If confirmed, this would mark one of the most significant returns in recent WWE history, instantly elevating Wrestlepalooza as a must-see event.
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Randy Orton has struggled to find momentum on WWE’s roster in recent months, as his feud with Drew McIntyre continues to dominate his appearances on SmackDown. What many fans believed had ended at SummerSlam reignited when Orton returned to the blue brand, immediately resuming hostilities with the Scottish Warrior. Their face-to-face encounter on last week’s show spiraled into a chaotic brawl, leaving The Viper once again locked into a storyline that feels repetitive rather than elevating him toward championship contention.
During the melee, Orton’s frustration boiled over as he struck down multiple WWE officials and security guards who attempted to separate the two stars. This isn’t the first time The Legend Killer has lashed out at company staff, and history suggests it could lead to repercussions such as another fine or even a suspension from Triple H or Nick Aldis. With tensions running high and his feud with McIntyre dragging on, Orton’s current trajectory leaves fans questioning when he’ll break free from the cycle and return to the world title picture.
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ANALYSIS CORNER
The WWE Universe has long called for the return of AJ Lee, but after the dramatic fallout from Clash in Paris 2025, those demands have grown louder than ever. With Becky Lynch brutally attacking CM Punk at Clash in Paris, and following up with another heated confrontation on RAW, fans are convinced that Lee is on the verge of making her long-awaited comeback. The anticipation has reached a fever pitch, and all eyes are now on this week’s episode of SmackDown, emanating from Punk’s hometown of Chicago.
While speculation suggests AJ Lee could finally resurface alongside Punk, WWE must tread carefully to ensure her return lives up to the hype. A poorly executed angle could risk wasting one of the most anticipated comebacks in modern WWE history. As excitement builds, there are clear pitfalls the company needs to avoid to make AJ Lee’s return the iconic moment fans have been waiting for.
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