Nikki Bella didnt come back to WWE just to smile and pose. On the November 17 episode of WWE RAW, Bella made that crystal clear by jumping Womens World Champion Stephanie Vaquer on the entrance ramp. The ambush marked a sharp turn in Nikkis character as she made it knownshes not here to support anyone. Shes here to take over.
Fans at Madison Square Garden watched as Bella stood tall over Vaquer and grabbed the mic to declare her intentions. She said she didnt return to WWE to cheer for anyone or be Vaquers sidekick. Then she added that Vaquer reminded her who the hell I am before declaring herself the woman who changed the entire industry.
Bellas words and actions drew plenty of heat from the crowd, with some even reviving chants about her past relationship with John Cena. Still, Nikki didnt back down, and now shes heading into Survivor Series: WarGames with her eyes locked on championship gold.
Now, in a new interview with ESPNs Get Up, Nikki gave more insight into her heel turn and what really drove her to attack Vaquer. When asked about her shocking behavior, Nikki put it all on the table:
She made it clear this wasnt about friendshipit was about legacy and power.
Nikki Bellas transformation isnt just cosmeticthis is a mission. Shes here to remind fans why she was one of the most dominant stars of her era and why she believes the Womens World Title belongs around her waist.
Now the question is simple: will Stephanie Vaquer be able to stop the Bella with a bad attitude?
What do you think about Nikki Bellas new mindset? Do you buy her explanation, or is this just a desperate play for attention? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know if youre rooting for her at Survivor Series.
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