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WWE Rumors: CM Punk On AJ Lee, Saraya Open To Return, Alexa Bliss May Not Return

CM Punk is staying quiet on AJ Lee return rumors, Sayara may come back to WWE one day, but there's now doubt regarding Alexa Bliss. Here's the latest WWE rumor round up.
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Wrestling rumors are flying all over the place this weekend. It's to be expected with the Royal Rumble just a little over 24 hours away from getting underway at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

CM Punk is keeping his lips sealed when it comes to AJ Lee making her return this weekend. Well, for the most part. Two other women meantime are reportedly in talks to compete in the Women's Royal Rumble tomorrow night.

Alexa Bliss may be done with WWE. Saraya may not be done with AEW just yet, but another talent says she is as of today.

Rumors are just that, rumors. Nothing is a thing until it's a thing, but here's a quick round-up of some of the latest gossip ahead of tomorrow night's Royal Rumble.

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  • CM Punk told Pat McAfee on ESPN Friday afternoon that there are no clues he's offering up in regards to an AJ Lee Royal Rumble return. He says AJ is home in Chicago, watching their dog Larry. Chicago is roughly a three-hour drive to Indianapolis for those who are wondering. We know CM Punk will be competing tomorrow night, something he's grateful to have the ability to do.
  • TMZ caught up with AEW star Saraya this week. The former AEW Women's Champion says that her contract is up in September and while she said it's possible she re-signs with All Elite Wrestling, Saraya also left the door open for a return to WWE down the road. She left on good terms back in 2022 but says she enjoys her time in AEW. Saraya still hopes to work with Mercedes Mone at some point.
  • Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer wrote in his latest newsletter that talks between WWE and Alexa Bliss on a new contract were far enough apart that some within the company expressed doubt that one would ever come together. Bliss was due to return to television this month, but her creative was shelved due to the ongoing contract dispute.
  • Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select is reporting that plans are in place for Jordynne Grace to participate in the Women's Royal Rumble. Meanwhile, NXT star Stephanie Vaquer has been discussed for a possible appearance on Saturday night.

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RICK UCCHINO

Rick Ucchino is the Assistant Editor & Content Coordinator for The Takedown on SI. He also works full-time for 700WLW Radio in Cincinnati, Ohio as a local news and sports anchor, in addition to his time covering the Cincinnati Bengals for Sirius XM. Rick has been on the professional wrestling beat since 2019, having provided coverage for a number of outlets, including Fightful, SB Nation’s Cageside Seats and the Bleav Podcast Network. With an educational background in theater, creative writing and journalism, Rick focuses primarily on the storytelling aspect of pro wrestling, but he’s no stranger to the squared circle himself. He had the privilege of training with former WWE & WCW cruiserweight Jimmy Wang Yang for nearly two years and retired early due to back issues with a perfect 1-0 record in singles competition. Rick is a married father of two incredibly adorable children, who are budding pro wrestling fans themselves. Much to the chagrin of their mother. You can reach Rick at rwucchino@gmail.com

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