Shayna Baszler Makes Surprise Return On WWE NXT Homecoming

Shayna Baszler made a surprise return to WWE during the NXT Homecoming event, appearing in a backstage segment with Sol Ruca and Zaria to help mend their tag team dispute. Despite her release from WWE in May 2025, Baszler has remained involved behind the scenes at the WWE Performance Center, even working as a producer for NXT matches. In the segment, Baszler, a former NXT Women’s Champion and WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion, urged the duo to put aside their differences and focus on their partnership. This marked Baszler's first on-screen WWE appearance since her release, fueling speculation about her future with the company or potential moves to other promotions like AEW. The event also featured the return of Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss to NXT, who successfully defended the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships, highlighting the division’s legacy and ongoing storylines. Baszler’s involvement at Homecoming underscores her continuing influence and presence within WWE despite her official status as a free agent.