WWE Superstar “Genuinely Surprised” by Major Announcement

WWE’s Bayley recently shared her reaction to the surprise announcement of the Women’s United States Championship on the November 8 episode of SmackDown. In an interview with The Headliner Chicago, Bayley described her excitement and genuine surprise at the introduction of this new title, which she learned about alongside fans watching backstage. Bayley expressed that the addition of the Women’s US Championship is a significant step forward for WWE’s women’s division, creating new opportunities for established and rising stars alike.

Bayley’s Surprise and Reaction to the New Championship

According to Bayley, the announcement of the Women’s US Championship came as a complete surprise. She explained that she was in the middle of a meeting with one of her WWE bosses when she heard Nick Aldis mention the new title on SmackDown. “Nobody knew that was happening,” Bayley shared. “I was just happy that I was in front of a monitor when it was happening.” She went on to add that the announcement made her feel proud and excited about WWE’s commitment to expanding opportunities for its female roster.

Bayley tweeted her excitement shortly after the announcement, expressing her belief that this new title will add prestige to WWE’s women’s division. “Whether you’ve been here for 15 weeks or 15 years… this is a huge deal,” she noted, acknowledging the title’s importance for all women in WWE, from new signings to seasoned veterans.

WWE Women’s US Championship Tournament Begins

On November 15, Bayley defeated Candice LeRae and B-Fab in the first round of the Women’s US Title tournament on SmackDown, advancing closer to potentially claiming the inaugural title. The tournament finals are scheduled for the December 15 episode of Saturday Night’s Main Event, where one woman will be crowned the first-ever WWE Women’s US Champion.

A New Era for WWE’s Women’s Division

The introduction of the Women’s US Championship signifies WWE’s ongoing efforts to expand its women’s division, creating more storylines and competitive opportunities. Bayley emphasized that the new title holds similar prestige to the Intercontinental Championship, further encouraging women in WWE to aim for greatness.

With the Women’s US Championship tournament underway, Bayley’s enthusiasm highlights her dedication to representing the division and contributing to WWE’s evolving landscape for female talent. Fans are eagerly watching her journey in hopes that she might make history as the inaugural Women’s US Champion.