WWE star Natalya hinted at a "rebuild" following a swift defeat on the May 26 episode of Raw. During last night’s show, members of the Alpha Academy lost to Akira Tozawa and Rusev. Tozawa, who has a somewhat one-sided singles record, notably won the final episode of WWE Speed on October 25, 2024, defeating Riley Osborne.
In response to Tozawa’s recent loss, Natalya offered words of encouragement and promised support through tweets such as, "Tonight, @tozawaakira, we can have a sympathy party tonight, but tomorrow we’ll be back to work in the dungeon. Now is the time to reconstruct and remind everyone who you are. @maxxinedupri and I believe in you." These tweets were shared alongside photos of Natalya and Dupri showing solidarity with Tozawa.
Akira Tozawa is a former WWE Cruiserweight Champion and has also held 16 WWE 24/7 Championships. Previously, Natalya introduced the concept of "natty friction," which she had used in relation to Charlotte Flair. Rusev made his WWE return on April 21, 2025, the day after WrestleMania 41’s second night.
Fan Take: This moment is significant for WWE fans as it highlights the ongoing resilience and camaraderie within the roster, emphasizing that setbacks are part of a larger journey. The promise of a "rebuild" signals potential fresh storylines and character developments that could greatly impact WWE’s future landscape.
