Naomi returned to address the WWE Universe about her status.
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WWE Raw returned to the states with a show emanating from Philadelphia, Pa. Raw advertised Naomi’s return amid rumors of her status. Naomi was not medically cleared for a previously advertised match against Iyo Sky last week, leading to speculation on her status, and multiple reports that she may not be competing for a very long time. Naomi was appeared on Stephanie McMahon’s “What’s Your Story?” podcast alongside Jimmy Uso, and many expected a major announcement about Naomi’s future. This announcement was instead saved for tonight’s broadcast of Raw.
Naomi turned heel on the March 7, 2025 broadcast of SmackDown after she revealed herself as Jade Cargill’s mystery attacker. Cargill returned six days prior at WWE Elimination Chamber when she promptly attacked then-babyface Naomi inside the steel structure. Naomi’s tearful heel turn was one of the best segments of the year, and led to a sustained push where she competed in the first non-title singles match in WrestleMania history.
Despite losing the historic match to Cargill, Naomi’s rise continued this past June at WWE Money in the Bank when she became the first Black woman to win the Money in the Bank briefcase. Naomi cashed in the briefcase in grand fashion at WWE Evolution, winning the WWE Women’s World Heavyweight Championship. Naomi’s thrilling cash-in spoiled quite possibly the greatest women’s match in WWE history between Iyo Sky and Rhea Ripley. The reigning WWE women’s world heavyweight champion doubled down on her success by winning a Triple Threat Match.
WWE and Naomi have been tight-lipped about her whereabouts, but she clarified her status on Raw.
WWE Raw Match Card And Results
- Naomi addresses the WWE Universe
- The Vision addresses the WWE Universe
- Becky Lynch vs. Natalya | WWE Women’s IC Title
- Jey Uso vs. Bronson Reed
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