After Naomi faced defeat on SmackDown, fans were left puzzled about WWE’s direction.
However, Dutch Mantell, speaking out, suggests patience, indicating WWE might be strategically building towards something significant, particularly a potential storyline with Bianca Belair.
In the recent episode, Naomi faced Iyo Sky, only to endure an attack from Damage CTRL afterward.
The situation shifted when Bianca Belair intervened, hinting at a possible alliance to combat the heel faction alongside Bayley.
Mantell, offering insights on Sportskeeda Wrestling’s Smack Talk, sees the current storyline as a trial phase, with WWE possibly testing the chemistry between Belair and Naomi on television.
While speculating on Naomi’s future, Mantell remains optimistic, believing WWE’s careful approach stems from Triple H ensuring meaningful opportunities for her down the line.
“I think they are waiting on the angle with Bianca to see what happens there and if it takes off. I don’t know; they are going to have to show me; that’s what I think is happening right now. They are just trying to keep them out there, keep them in everybody’s view, and of course, they have to overlook the stuff like we do. Hopefully, they do something with her, which I’m sure they will; when they do, it will mean something.”
Despite a successful stint in TNA, Naomi has faced ups and downs in WWE, especially since her return at the Royal Rumble.
However, Mantell’s confidence suggests a hopeful outlook for Naomi, with potential changes possibly brewing around or after WrestleMania.