Within the realms of WWE, veteran voices reflect on what could have been, envisioning a female counterpart to the legendary John Cena, and the spotlight falls on none other than Bayley, the 2024 Royal Rumble victor.
Despite her accolades within the Stamford-based promotion, a veteran perspective suggests that Bayley’s trajectory might have been far grander with better booking decisions.
Bayley, at 34 years old, boasts a storied career punctuated by a surprising heel turn in 2019, a departure from her erstwhile beloved babyface persona. Her affiliation with Damage CTRL furthered this narrative, plunging her deeper into the realms of villainy.
However, recent inclinations toward her earlier babyface persona ahead of WrestleMania hint at a potential reversion.
Former WWE writer Vince Russo delves into Bayley’s journey, lamenting the shift from adored heroine to nefarious antagonist. He recalls his initial impressions of her debut, seeing in her the potential to emulate John Cena’s revered status. Russo reflects,
“That’s kind of hard because when Bayley debuted, I remember saying she could be the female John Cena… The problem is she went from one extreme to another.”
Russo’s commentary underscores the challenges of such drastic character shifts, questioning the feasibility of regaining lost fan affection.
His insights, shared in a recent segment on Sportskeeda’s Writing with Russo, shed light on the intricacies of character development within WWE’s dynamic world.
Questioning Fan Interest: Bayley’s WrestleMania Bout
As WrestleMania looms on the horizon, discussions veer towards Bayley’s anticipated matchup against WWE Women’s Champion IYO SKY.
However, veteran analyst Vince Russo casts doubt on the allure of this impending clash, questioning the level of fan investment.
Despite Bayley leveraging her Royal Rumble triumph to challenge IYO for the title, Russo suggests a lack of enthusiasm from the audience.
His sentiments, voiced on Legion of RAW, underscore a perceived disconnect between the company’s aspirations and fan expectations.
With WrestleMania’s stage set, the outcome of Bayley’s encounter with IYO SKY remains shrouded in uncertainty, awaiting the verdict of the WWE Universe.
