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Nikki Bella Returns on Raw as Stephanie Vaquer’s Botched Dive Raises Injury Questions

Observers noted Vaquer limping on air, leaving her status unclear pending an official update.

Overview

  • After defeating Roxanne Perez, Stephanie Vaquer was jumped by Raquel Rodriguez before Nikki Bella ran in to halt the two‑on‑one attack.
  • During the melee, Vaquer slipped on a springboard crossbody and landed awkwardly, then appeared to favor her knee on camera.
  • Dave Meltzer and Bryan Alvarez said Vaquer was visibly limping after the spot, while noting uncertainty over whether a backstage promo was taped in advance.
  • WWE has not announced whether the Women’s World Champion sustained a legitimate injury following the botched move.
  • Fans have cited Vaquer’s June knee maintenance injection as context, with heightened concern reflecting recent legitimate injuries on the roster.