Highlights
- Sasha Banks left WWE in 2022 due to creative issues, but there may be hope for her return.
- Negotiations between Sasha and WWE hit a stumbling block over financial disagreements.
- The Royal Rumble in 2024 could be the perfect stage for Sasha's comeback, with a potential storyline involving her friend Bayley and their faction, Damage CTRL.
In the unpredictable world of professional wrestling, where storylines intertwine with reality, one name resonates with uncertainty – Sasha Banks. May 2022 marked a dramatic exit from WWE, leaving fans questioning the fate of the Legit Boss. As she ventured into diverse realms, from modeling to international wrestling circuits like New Japan, the wrestling universe remained abuzz with speculations about her return. Now, in the dawn of 2024, a peculiar convergence of events suggests the perfect juncture for Sasha Banks to make her comeback to the squared circle. A clandestine negotiation, a fractured faction, and the looming Royal Rumble align, beckoning Sasha back to the WWE stage. The question lingers: Why now? The answer may unravel in the unfolding chapters of this enigmatic journey.
Wrestler | Accomplishments in WWE |
|---|---|
Sasha Banks | Multiple-time Women's Champion, Tag Team Champion with various partners, Part of the Four Horsewomen (Bayley, Becky Lynch, Charlotte Flair) |
Sasha Banks Left WWE With Naomi In 2022
Triple H Said There Was A Communication Breakdown With Sasha Banks
In May 2022, Sasha Banks made headlines by walking out of WWE, leaving fans in disbelief. Paired with Naomi as tag team champion and scheduled for a match on RAW, the unexpected departure stemmed from reportedly some creative issues. The fallout was swift, with WWE responding by suspending Sasha.
Triple H, the architect of WWE's creative vision, acknowledged a communication breakdown between the company and Sasha Banks during an appearance on the Ariel Helwani show. He revealed:
"Time will tell. Time will tell. In a lot of ways, communication breakdowns are terrible. There was a communication breakdown there, for whatever reason. Starting back up that communication, it's not a difficult process, but it's a process, and you have to go through the process. She's an unbelievably talented young woman that can do just about anything she wants. It just comes down to, what does she want to do now with her life, her career, whatever that is. The passion, clearly, for what we do, there is a passion for other things as well. It comes down to what does she want to do? It has to be right for her. It has to be right for everybody.”
Sasha Banks Has A Long History Of Problems With WWE
There are rumors that Sasha Banks could return to WWE, but if she does, her bad history with the company must be repaired.Sasha Banks' Journey Beyond WWE Took Her To NJPW And Stardom
Could Sasha Banks Sign With AEW?
Post-WWE, Sasha delved into modeling and acting, even making appearances in Japan's NJPW and Stardom until an ankle injury sidelined her. Speculation arose about her next move, with AEW mentioned after a brief appearance.
Complicating matters further, recent reports from reputable sources, including wrestling insider Dave Meltzer, indicated that negotiations between WWE and Sasha Banks had taken place. However, these talks reportedly hit a stumbling block due to financial disagreements, leaving the wrestling world in suspense about the resolution of this financial impasse and the potential reunion between Sasha and WWE.
Why Sasha Banks Should Return To WWE Now
CM Punk Returned To WWE In 2023
As the wrestling world witnesses an influx of returning legends in 2023, Sasha Banks stands at the threshold of a potentially game-changing comeback. Despite earlier talks between WWE and Sasha hitting a financial roadblock, fans are still hopeful. 2023 was marked by the returns of John Cena, Randy Orton, The Rock and the seismic return of CM Punk, who gave fans hope that if he, with all his issues, can return to WWE, so can Sasha. Moreover, it's time for the road to WrestleMania now to begin in 2024 with the Royal Rumble.
The Royal Rumble, one of WWE's marquee events, is the perfect stage for Sasha Banks to make her unexpected return. The existing narrative for Sasha's return is crafted organically. Her real-life best friend and on-screen historical frenemy, Bayley, is positioned as the favorite to win the Women's Royal Rumble match. Meanwhile, Bayley's leadership of the heel faction, Damage CTRL, is under threat, with tensions brewing within the group. This subplot provides the perfect backdrop for Sasha's return. Picture this: Bayley, on the verge of being outnumbered and attacked by her faction, is saved by the unexpected return of Sasha Banks. The emotional resonance of this moment would be palpable, especially considering their storied history as friends and rivals. Importantly, Sasha shouldn't win the Royal Rumble; instead, the final two should be Bayley and Sasha. Bayley's victory, eliminating Sasha in the end, not only secures her win but sets the stage for Sasha to put over her friend, who in the past had put over Sasha selflessly many times.
Sasha Banks vs. Bayley Is The Greatest Rivalry In Women's Wrestling History
From NXT TakeOvers to Hell in a Cell, the Sasha Banks vs. Bayley rivalry may be the greatest women's wrestling has ever seen.This strategic move can potentially lead to a compelling storyline, with Bayley and Sasha either teaming up against Damage CTRL or eventually facing each other in a high-stakes feud. Moreover, recent developments involving Charlotte Flair and Becky Lynch reuniting after years of real-life tension open the door for a Four Horsewomen reunion down the road. If Bayley turns face, Sasha returns, and Charlotte and Becky continue their alliance, the reunion could finally materialize, culminating in a blockbuster match at WrestleMania if Charlotte can return from injury. WWE, currently experiencing a resurgence in popularity, offers Sasha Banks a platform richer in potential and storytelling than ever before. While AEW may be alluring, WWE stands as the ultimate destination for Sasha's endgame, and the Royal Rumble in 2024 is the opportune moment for her triumphant return.
