Kiana James made her return to WWE SmackDown shortly after stepping back into the ring. In a backstage segment, she was seen alongside Women’s US Champion Giulia and Zelina Vega. When Vega approached Giulia, James positioned herself as Giulia’s representative, making it clear that anyone who wanted to reach the champion had to go through her first. Vega expressed her desire for a title shot, and although James mentioned discussing plans with Nick Aldis about an upcoming match, Vega warned Giulia not to feel too comfortable.
James rejoined the main roster last Friday, taking part in a match described as a “main event” moment involving a sewing machine. Later, she was spotted backstage, staying close to Giulia. This marks James’ comeback after more than a year of recovery from a leg injury. Before her injury, she was an NXT tag team champion and had spent two years in NXT, including a 55-day reign as Fallon Henley’s tag team partner, before moving up to the main roster.
Fan Take: Kiana James’ return adds fresh intrigue to the women’s division, especially with her aligning herself with a top champion like Giulia. This development could spark new rivalries and elevate the competitive landscape on SmackDown, keeping fans excited about the direction of WWE’s women’s roster.
