Nikki Bella teases reunion with AJ Lee after WWE return sparks nostalgia

The WWE Universe is buzzing once again, this time not just because of AJ Lee’s shocking return, but also thanks to a WWE Hall of Famer hinting at a potential reunion. Nikki Bella, one-half of the legendary Bella Twins, recently opened up about her hopes of sharing a moment in the ring—or at least on screen—with AJ Lee, and fans are already fantasy booking what could be an emotional callback to one of the most talked-about rivalries of the Divas Era.

AJ Lee’s return last week on SmackDown in her hometown of Chicago was a moment of pure nostalgia mixed with present-day excitement. Standing side by side with her husband, CM Punk, she wasted no time making an impact by taking down Becky Lynch. The shockwaves carried over to Monday Night Raw, where Lee once again went after Lynch and secured a mixed tag match for WrestlePalooza, ultimately pitting her and Punk against Lynch and Seth Rollins. Just like that, AJ Lee was back in the spotlight, and the wrestling world could not stop talking about it.

On the latest episode of The Nikki & Brie Show, Bella revealed that she and AJ had actually reconnected backstage and shared a heartwarming chat. Nikki admitted she was thrilled to see her former rival back, and the idea of revisiting their storied history immediately came to mind. “We were such a big part of each other’s most important stories at that time like, with the Divas Championship,” Nikki continued. “Even with you and Paige, it was so much about us. We have to have a moment.”

Bella even suggested that the two could interact as soon as this coming Monday, noting how much fans would love it. For longtime WWE followers, the AJ Lee vs. Nikki Bella rivalry remains one of the defining chapters of the Divas Championship era.

Their matches weren’t just about the title—they also represented two completely different personalities clashing on WWE’s biggest stage. AJ brought her unpredictable, rebellious energy, while Nikki embodied the glamour and power of the division. Together, they helped elevate the championship scene during a time when women’s wrestling was fighting for more recognition.