Now, as WWE gears up for the Royal Rumble event, speculation is rising on who the special entrants for the RAW and SmackDown brands will be for both men’s and women’s Royal Rumble bouts. One of the names being mentioned is Mickie James, a famous woman in women’s wrestling who is rumored to return to the squared circle. She is an icon in women’s wrestling who is famous for her aggressive behavior.
Mickie James: The First Female Superstar of Women’s Wrestling
James is recognized in the modern WWE and across wrestling circuits as a trailblazer for women who undeniably made a major impact on the sport. As a lifelong performer, James has competed in both WWE and TNA, now known as Impact Wrestling and has captured numerous championship golds.
Her last appearance on TNA TV was at BFF 2023, where she focused on an up-and-coming Knockouts Champion, Trinity. She also participated in the 2022 Women’s Royal Rumble for the Impact Wrestling Knockouts Championship, which was impressive as it was the first time having a championship belt for that promotion on WWE TV.
Fan Speculation
On their Facebook pages, fans have called on James to return to WWE or TNA to wrestle one last time. This speculation came about after her recent activity on the social media platform, where she suggested that she was ready to return to the ring. After continuing with other activities, she may be willing to return for a specific event.
James’ last ring appearance was characterized by a tag team match on September 12, 2024, at IWR (Insane Wrestling Revolution), proving that wrestling lovers have not seen the last of her. Due to her promo skills and experience, she should make a surprise pop Royal Rumble return or a final appearance in WWE or TNA.
What’s Next for Mickie James?
The Royal Rumble is approaching and it has always been associated with incredible twists and turns, and James would bring magic to the event. That being said, her return, whether for the episode or an angle relating to her and the women’s division, can be a way to finally get the division’s attention and respect for the amazing legend she is.
As with all things, it is best to wait and see, but James’ return would bring excitement to the event. Whether her next appearance is at the Royal Rumble or another upcoming big event, one more Mickie James match would be a great farewell to a talented professional wrestler.
Conclusion
James has blazed a trail for herself in the world of wrestling, inspiring many generations of wrestlers as well as other fans. Her show in the ring, if Royal Rumble or any other event, would have been the living symbol of her persistent legacy. For as long as the buzz goes on, the people still anticipate the opportunity to watch the only stage that saw Mickie James perform one last time as she dominated.
A return would pay respects to her incredible path and give wrestling fans an incredible moment to consider. Kudos to Mickie James for whatever comes next; she has always been a testament to hard work, dedication, and love for professional wrestling.
