Two weeks ago on WWE Raw, Nikki Bella stunned fans by turning heel and betraying Stefani Vaquer in her pursuit of the Women’s World Championship. The following week, their title match for Survivor Series was officially announced, but before the showdown, the WWE Hall of Famer shared with ESPN her reasons for surprising her former ally.
“I’m from a different era, and sometimes you have to prove yourself in unconventional ways. While talent can take you far, sometimes being the villain is what it takes to achieve your true goals. I believe going down that path is necessary to get what I want,” Bella explained.
She also emphasized the emotional intensity of the upcoming match, highlighting the clash between two women from different eras with contrasting mindsets. Bella said this dynamic would captivate the WWE Universe no matter the match’s outcome, making the event highly compelling.
Survivor Series is set to air live this Saturday at 7 pm ET/4 pm PT on ESPN in the U.S. and on Netflix internationally.
Fan Take: Nikki Bella’s heel turn adds a fresh layer of drama and unpredictability to WWE programming, creating excitement among fans eager to see how this rivalry unfolds. This storyline’s blend of generational conflict and emotional stakes is precisely the kind of storytelling that can elevate women’s wrestling and attract a broader audience.
