The WWE Universe is abuzz with excitement following the announcement of talent pools and updated rules for the 2024 Draft. However, one notable absence has caught the attention of fans: Nikki Cross, a beloved multi-time champion, seems to be excluded from this year’s draft.
Cross, who last competed in the RAW Battle Royal on November 6, 2023, has made sporadic appearances since then, including discreetly observing matches like Ivy Nile vs. Valhalla in January.
Although she has been present at WWE Community events during WrestleMania XL Weekend, her absence from the draft pools has raised eyebrows among fans.
Recent reports from PWInsider Elite confirm that Cross remains an active member of the WWE roster and has been regularly appearing at TV tapings. Despite her absence from the initial draft pools, fans speculate that she may still be featured as a supplemental pick, a possibility that has occurred in previous drafts.
Meanwhile, anticipation for the 2024 Draft intensifies, with the focus also turning to The Bloodline. Speculation arises surrounding Jimmy Uso’s absence from the talent pools, which is now attributed to an injury.
As the Draft approaches, questions loom over the fate of Roman Reigns, currently on hiatus but eligible for selection on SmackDown, alongside Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, and Paul Heyman.
Former Bloodline member Jey Uso also finds himself in the mix for Friday’s draft. However, plans for Jacob Fatu’s debut alongside his family members seem to have been scrapped, with backstage updates hinting at an impending storyline for the Samoan Werewolf.
