People were shocked after seeing Mickie James as one of the entrants of the Royal Rumble
Fans around the wrestling world were shocked when they saw WWE announcing the return of Mickie James during SmackDown. IMPACT Wrestling even issued a statement about their Knockouts Champion appearing on WWE as she was released by the company earlier.
This week on SmackDown, it was announced that Mickie James will be one of the entrants in the Women’s Royal Rumble match at the PPV.
IMPACT wrestling Executive Vice-President Scott D’Amore confirmed the shocking news.
“WWE wanted it, Mickie wanted it, and IMPACT Wrestling’s philosophy is always to work with other major promotions to create buzz for the fans. So everything is signed and agreed with WWE and IMPACT Wrestling – the only question is whether or not Mickie will enter one of WWE’s most historic annual matches as the reigning Knockouts World Champion.”
To which the company replied that through Twitter about the confirmation.
“Impact Knockouts World Champion @MickieJames will be in the #RoyalRumble Match! #SmackDown“
Mickie James was released from WWE in 2021
This participation comes as a shocking one for the fans and the critics since she was released by the company in 2021. Mickie returned to Vince McMahon’s promotion for the second time in 2016. But WWE announced her release due to “Budget Cuts” on April 15, 2021.
“Dear @VinceMcMahon I’m not sure if you’re aware, I did receive my @WWE care package today. Thank you. #AlwaysBlessedandGrateful #WomensWrestlingMatters“
James played a massive role in shaping the women’s division of WWE and IMPACT Wrestling, and she is regarded as one of the greatest of all time.
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