With the anticipation building up for WWE WrestleMania 40, slated to take place in less than three weeks, wrestling enthusiasts are already on the edge of their seats.
However, amidst the excitement, there’s a cloud of uncertainty looming over the mega event. WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H might find himself tweaking his meticulously laid plans as a prominent star’s participation hangs in the balance due to an unfortunate injury.
The spotlight falls on Asuka, whose physical condition raised eyebrows during the recent WWE SmackDown episode.
In the show’s main event, featuring the 2024 Women’s Royal Rumble winner Bayley squaring off against Dakota Kai, an unexpected turn of events unfolded.
The match culminated in a disqualification when Damage CTRL orchestrated a ruthless four-on-one assault on their erstwhile leader.
Initially, Asuka seemed unaffected, actively participating from ringside and even extending assistance to Kai during the tumultuous match. However, towards the climax, a noticeable limp hindered her movements, especially when Naomi rushed in to aid Bayley.
Speculations abound among fans regarding the nature of Asuka’s injury, with many pointing to a moment during the match where the WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion seemingly landed awkwardly after leaping off the apron.
Despite the conjecture, WWE remains mum on the status of the decorated women’s champion.
Nonetheless, her absence from the company’s upcoming live events and the conspicuous lack of mention in promotional materials for WrestleMania raise concerns about the severity of her injury, prompting fears of her potential absence from the grand event next month.
In light of these uncertainties, the envisioned Women’s Tag Team Championship match for WrestleMania hangs in the balance. Dakota Kai could find herself thrust into a pivotal role, potentially partnering with Kairi Sane to defend the coveted titles in Asuka’s stead.
The Resurgence of the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship Curse
The shadow of the infamous WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship curse appears to have resurfaced once again, casting doubt over the division.
Asuka has reportedly been removed from the road due to possible injury concerns.
Asuka was visibly limping at the end of this past Friday’s SmackDown. #Asuka #SmackDown #WrestleMania pic.twitter.com/zafwW2GSy2
— WrestleWorld (@ItsWrestleWorld) March 17, 2024
This ominous trend first emerged in May 2022 when Sasha Banks and Naomi abruptly departed from the company shortly after clinching the titles.
The curse reared its head once more when Raquel Rodriguez and Aliyah’s partnership was cut short due to injury just weeks after securing the vacant titles later that year.
Despite a brief hiatus, the curse returned with a vengeance, plaguing subsequent titleholders with untimely injuries, disrupting their reigns and sparking an unsettling pattern of misfortune.
As history repeats itself, the harrowing cycle continues to haunt the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship, leaving fans and competitors alike wary of its ominous implications for the future of the division.
