Nikki Bella Provides Update On When She Will Return to WWE

Nikki Bella was pulled from WWE WrestleMania 42 on Saturday after suffering an ankle injury on the March 27th episode of WWE Smackdown. She was replaced by the returning Paige, who along with Brie Bella, won the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships.

Bella explained yesterday that she tore, sprained, and fractured her ankle and actually had to undergo surgery two weeks ago.

Bella noted on X today when asked by a fan when she would be back that she is expected to miss 6-8 weeks. She wrote, “6-8 weeks hopefully. 🙏🏼🤞🏼” You can view her comments on the matter below:

6-8 weeks hopefully. 🙏🏼🤞🏼

— Nikki & Brie (@NikkiAndBrie) April 19, 2026