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By Andrew Ravens
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Bianca Belair has been absent from WWE television since WrestleMania 41 in April. The EST of WWE suffered a legitimate injury during a high-stakes championship match.
This injury occurred during the Triple Threat Match for the WWE Women's World Championship. Her opponents were Rhea Ripley and the eventual winner, IYO SKY.
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Bianca Belair's Injury And Absence From WWE
During the physically demanding match at WrestleMania 41, Belair sustained broken fingers. This injury has kept her out of in-ring action since the event.
Her absence required WWE to alter its creative plans. She was a central figure in a major storyline on SmackDown.
Impact On The Naomi And Jade Cargill Storyline
Before her injury, Belair was deeply involved in the feud between her friends, Naomi and Jade Cargill. The story saw Cargill taken out by a mysterious attacker backstage.
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Belair later discovered that the attacker was Naomi. This revelation caused Belair to sever her friendship with Naomi, leading to Naomi's turn as a heel.
Belair's injury put a pause on her direct involvement in the escalating conflict. The feud between Naomi and Cargill has continued without her.
Naomi's Money In The Bank Win And Message To Belair
Naomi's momentum has grown during Belair's absence. She won the Money in the Bank ladder match on June 7.
Following her victory, Naomi took to social media to taunt her former partner. She asked Belair if she was proud, keeping their storyline simmering.
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Potential Return Timeline For The EST Of WWE
Reports suggest that WWE is hopeful for Belair's return around SummerSlam. The event is scheduled for August 2 and 3 in Minneapolis.
Her return could happen in several dramatic ways. She could interfere in a potential match between Naomi and Jade Cargill at the event.
This could lead to her costing Naomi a successful cash-in of the Money in the Bank briefcase. Alternatively, she could return before SummerSlam to reignite her feud with Ripley or SKY. One would think that WWE would want to have her on the card for Evolution 2 next month considering she is one of their biggest stars. Whether that goes through and happens remains to be seen.
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