Is WWE star Bayley injured in real life? What we know following potential unfortunate update
SummerSlam 2024 was a forgettable event for Bayley, as she suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of Nia Jax. The Role Model lost the WWE Women's Championship to The Irresistible Force at The Biggest Party of The Summer.
And to make it worse, the former Damage CTRL member seems to have sustained a possible shoulder injury during her championship match against Queen Jax. Bayley was spotted with ice packs wrapped around her shoulder after her match backstage at SummerSlam. Moreover, CM Punk also posted a backstage image with The Role Model, where she was seen with an ice pack on her shoulder.
This seems to be an indication that the 35-year-old star was hurt after her match in Cleveland, Ohio. Moreover, Bayley was scheduled to appear on last night's episode of SmackDown that emanated from the BOK Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma, as the official website of the arena advertised her.
However, her absence last night has fueled speculations that The Role Model might be nursing a potential injury. As a result, WWE may have given her time off to recuperate from it. While there is currently no update on the nature of the possible injury, it is expected to be a minor one since the company has not released any official statement.
Will Bayley return on next week's SmackDown?
The August 16, 2024, episode of SmackDown will feature Nia Jax's WWE Women's Championship celebration, with Tiffany Stratton hosting it. The newly crowned champion is expected to bask in glory following her triumph at The Biggest Party of The Summer. However, the reigning Queen's celebrations could be short-lived, as Bayley could return on the show.
The Role Model could crash the party and launch a vicious attack on The Irresistible Force. The possibility of her returning is high, as WWE would need a huge match for Nia Jax at Bash in Berlin. Therefore, the former Women's Royal Rumble winner could return to the blue brand next week and demand a rematch.
What sparks speculation about her return is that the official website of the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida, has advertised the former Damage CTRL member for next week's episode of SmackDown.
However, the card could be subject to change. It will be interesting to see if Bayley returns on next week's edition of the Friday Night Show.