During an Instagram Live session on Thursday, WWE superstar Charlotte Flair shared insights into her intense training regimen while engaging with fans. When asked who she sees as the “next big thing” in WWE’s women’s division, Flair immediately singled out NXT standout Roxanne Perez.

“I was extremely, extremely impressed by Roxanne in the Royal Rumble. I think she killed it. So, my vote is Roxanne, she has a really bright future,” Flair said. (H/T Landon Buford)

Perez, a former NXT Women’s Champion and ROH Women’s Champion, showcased her speed, agility, and technical skills during the Royal Rumble, standing out against top-tier competitors. At just 22, she is already considered one of the most promising young talents in WWE.

After losing her NXT Women’s Championship to Giulia at New Year’s Evil on January 7, “The Prodigy” competed in her final major NXT event at Vengeance Day on February 15. She has now successfully transitioned to the main roster and will be competing in the Women’s Elimination Chamber match alongside Alexa Bliss, Liv Morgan, Naomi, Bayley, and Bianca Belair.

Flair’s endorsement carries weight, given her decade-long dominance in women’s wrestling. As Perez continues to impress, fans will be watching closely to see if she can meet the high expectations set by one of WWE’s greatest champions.

WWE Hall of Famer Jacqueline is ready to get back in the ring one more time and has set her sights on WWE’s ‘Queen’ Charlotte Flair. Appearing at Monopoly Events’ For The Love of Wrestling, Jacqueline made her case to WWE’s most decorated female Superstar of all time.

“Charlotte, please give me my retirement match! Please give me my [retirement match.] Please bring it! I’m begging you, I’m begging you!”

Jacqueline, a former WWE Women’s and Cruiserweight Champion, last competed as part of the inaugural Women’s Royal Rumble in 2018. The 21st entry in the match, Jacqueline lasted 1:52 and scored no eliminations before being eliminated by Nia Jax.

As for Flair, her return from a career-threatening injury has seen her once again thrust into the main event, a source of contention among fans believing she has hogged the spotlight. After becoming the first-ever two-time Women’s Royal Rumble winner, Flair, a 14-time Women’s Champion, will challenge reigning Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton at WrestleMania 41.

Whether Jacqueline gets her retirement match with Flair or not, the WWE Hall of Famer forged a legacy in wrestling as a trailblazer, including being the first African American woman to win gold in WWE. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Jacqueline, and whether a showdown with Flair is in her future.

WWE officially announced on this week’s episode of SmackDown that Charlotte Flair will challenge Tiffany Stratton for the WWE Women’s Championship at WrestleMania 41.

The match was set up after Stratton retained her title by disqualification against Nia Jax on SmackDown when Candice LeRae interfered. A brawl broke out involving Stratton, Jax, LeRae, and Hall of Famer Trish Stratus, who was ringside. Jax and LeRae ultimately left both Stratton and Stratus laid out.

As the Women’s Champion was down in the ring, Flair entered and declared that she had chosen Stratton as her opponent for WrestleMania 41.

According to Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select, Flair’s Royal Rumble victory and her selection of Stratton as her opponent had been planned for some time. In fact, the plan for Charlotte vs. Tiffany Stratton has reportedly been in place since December.

Flair earned her title shot by winning the 2025 Royal Rumble. This is a major match for both competitors—Charlotte is a 14-time Women’s Champion and a seasoned WrestleMania veteran, while Tiffany Stratton is a rising star who won the title earlier this year.

WrestleMania 41 will be a two-night event, taking place on Saturday, April 19, and Sunday, April 20, 2025, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Charlotte Flair has made her choice.

The Queen made her triumphant return to WWE after a year-long injury at the Royal Rumble event this month. She re-established herself as the top competitor of the Women’s Division by winning the Women’s Battle Royal and earning the right to yet another WrestleMania title match.

Fans had been speculating who Flair would choose as her Mania opponent since then. Charlotte even teased going the NXT route once again instead of choosing one of the main roster champions.

This week’s episode of SmackDown saw one of the two main roster women’s champions Tiffany Stratton defending her title against former friend Nia Jax.

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Charlotte Flair Picks WrestleMania Opponent

The title match ended in disqualification after Candice LeRae attacked the Women’s Champion just as she was setting Jax up for the Prettiest Moonsault Ever. WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus who was in the arena tried to make the save for Stratton but couldn’t get the job done.

Charlotte Flair who was at the ringside watching the bout closely then strolled into the ring and announced that she’ll be challenging Tiffany Stratton at WrestleMania 41 from Las Vegas.

This will be The Queen’s first WrestleMania match since 2023 after she missed the show last year due to her injury.

For Stratton, this will be her first WrestleMania match ever. She’s following in the footsteps of Flair herself who 9 years ago made her Mania debut as a champion as well. Charlotte entered the WrestleMania 32 bout as the Divas Champion and walked out with the Women’s Championship that replaced the old title.

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In a hard-fought WWE Women’s Championship match on SmackDown, champion Tiffany Stratton’s defense against Nia Jax came to an abrupt end when Candice LeRae interfered, causing a disqualification. The match had been an impressive display of power and athleticism from both competitors until LeRae’s sudden intervention.

The drama continued to unfold as WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus rushed to Stratton’s aid, only to fall victim to Jax’s devastating offense. The situation took another dramatic turn when Charlotte Flair made her entrance, methodically walking to the ring with a steel chair in hand. In a moment dripping with intensity,

Flair positioned herself above the fallen champion and delivered a chilling message:

“The Queen chooses you. I’ll see you at WrestleMania”

With those words, the stage was set for what promises to be an explosive WrestleMania showdown between Tiffany Stratton and Charlotte Flair.

WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair offered candid thoughts on the women’s division during a recent appearance on Gabby AF, placing his daughter Charlotte Flair and Rhea Ripley in a class of their own.

“She’s so much better than… and that’s not to say the other girls aren’t good, but she and Rhea right now are the two best in the business,” Flair stated, highlighting Charlotte’s elite status.

While acknowledging former WWE star Sasha Banks (now Mercedes Moné), Flair maintained that with her departure, Charlotte and Rhea have emerged as the division’s clear standouts.

A two-time Royal Rumble winner and decorated champion, Charlotte made her return to WWE in January after recovering from injury. Flair revealed he watched her comeback match from a sports bar, overcome with emotion at seeing his daughter back in action.

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“The Match to Make”

The Nature Boy particularly praised Charlotte’s WrestleMania 39 encounter with Ripley, declaring:

“They haven’t had a match like that in the women’s division that I’ve seen on TV anywhere since that match.”

Looking ahead to WrestleMania 41, Flair advocates for another Charlotte-Rhea confrontation, calling it “the match to make.” He also expressed interest in potential matchups with Bianca Belair and the long-anticipated showdown with Becky Lynch.

As WWE’s premier event approaches, the question remains whether the company will capitalize on Charlotte and Rhea’s proven in-ring chemistry.

Charlotte Flair earned another Women’s Championship opportunity at WrestleMania 41 by winning the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble match, becoming the bout’s first two-time winner. While fans know Flair will be in a high-profile match this April, The Queen is keeping everyone guessing about her WrestleMania plans.

Flair appeared on NXT to confront NXT Women’s Champion Giulia, Roxanne Perez, and Bayley during the Vengeance Day Championship Summit. In a WWE NXT digital exclusive, Flair made clear the decision she makes will be on her terms.

“WrestleMania’s not until April, so I’ve got all the time in the world. So I’m just gonna take my time while you guys wait it out. It’s on my time. I might not even pick until the night before WrestleMania.”

Giulia, Bayley, and Perez will meet at NXT Vengeance Day this week with the NXT Women’s Championship on the line. While Flair respects the skills of all three women, she sarcastically added that “they’re not me, but they will get there.”

Flair’s return to the ring comes after she spent over a year out of action with a leg injury. Now that she’s back, the two-time Women’s Royal Rumble winner is grateful to have had the opportunity to visit NXT this week.

“To come back where I’m homegrown, where my first match was, where my coaches are, it’s always surreal to come back, to remember your roots.”

Charlotte will be on this Friday’s WWE SmackDown where she will confront Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton. Though a match between the two has already been reported, fans may be left waiting a long time before Flair confirms her WrestleMania 41 plans.

Charlotte Flair and Andrade have officially parted ways. Court records obtained by TMZ Sports reveal that the WWE superstar, whose real name is Ashley Elizabeth Fliehr, filed for divorce from Andrade (Manuel Alfonso Andrade Oropeza) in Florida back in June 2024. A judge finalized the split in October.

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Flair and Andrade began dating in 2019, got engaged in 2020, and tied the knot in 2022 in a lavish wedding ceremony in Mexico. Despite their seemingly strong bond—evidenced by social media posts and public appearances together—the couple has now gone their separate ways.

There were no obvious signs of trouble leading up to the divorce, as Charlotte had recently credited Andrade for supporting her through her knee injury recovery. Additionally, Ric Flair, Charlotte’s legendary father, teamed up with Andrade for his “Last Match,” further suggesting a close relationship within the family.

What’s Next for Charlotte Flair and Andrade?

Charlotte Flair remains focused on her wrestling career, having just won the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble in Indianapolis. The victory secures her a marquee spot at WrestleMania 41. Meanwhile, Andrade, competed in the Men’s Royal Rumble but was eliminated and will have to find another way to make it onto the card in Las Vegas.

While neither Flair nor Andrade has publicly addressed the split, both are expected to remain key figures in WWE moving forward. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest.

Jey Uso and Charlotte Flair have punched their tickets to WrestleMania 41 by winning this year’s Men’s and Women’s Royal Rumble matches. Though these were historic wins for both Superstars, not every WWE fan is on board with what transpired in Lucas Oil Stadium.

On YouTube, WWE shared a clip of Flair becoming the first-ever two-time Women’s Royal Rumble winner. While this was a huge moment for Flair, the video has been met with thousands upon thousands of dislikes, far more than those who liked the video.

This response comes after years of fans taking issue with Flair’s booking, believing she is handed opportunities that others would benefit more from. WrestleMania 41 will mark Flair’s eigthth championship match at WrestleMania, a feat that many in WWE today have yet to accomplish even once.

The response to Jey Uso’s shocking win has also been mixed among fans. While some have praised WWE for giving a genuine surprise, many believe the spot was wasted on Jey. On X (formerly Twitter) fans shared their issue with Jey’s victory and Triple H’s booking.

WWE Raw General Manager Adam Pearce has confirmed that both Jey Uso and Charlotte Flair will be on tonight’s show, likely to address their WrestleMania prospects. It remains to be seen what response the pair receive as many are far from pleased with this year’s Royal Rumble winners.

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Charlotte Flair made a triumphant return at WWE Royal Rumble, winning the Women’s Royal Rumble Match after being sidelined for over a year due to a torn ACL, MCL, and meniscus.

Following her victory, Flair opened up about the emotional journey during the WWE Royal Rumble Post-Show press conference.

“I really don’t want to break down,” she admitted. “This was the longest I’ve been away since I started in 2012, and I got into this business because of my little brother.

When my knee injury happened in December, I kept thinking, ‘I can’t go out this way.’ It made me realize how far I’ve come and why I started in the first place.”

Flair also expressed gratitude for the fans who supported her through her rehab journey, saying their encouragement helped her push forward.

“As a performer, sometimes you wonder, ‘Do I still got it? What am I coming back to do?’ But winning the Royal Rumble for a second time made me realize—I’m here to do it all over again.”

She also shared a lighthearted moment from her entrance, revealing she struggled to remove her robe due to the long hiatus.

“Good thing I remembered how to wrestle because I couldn’t get my robe off,” she joked.

Flair’s victory cements her place in WWE history, setting the stage for a high-stakes showdown at WrestleMania.

Charlotte Flair has punched her ticket on the Road to WrestleMania 41 by winning the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble match. In the opening match of the 2025 Royal Rumble Flair last eliminated Roxanne Perez to win the 30-Woman match.

This win makes Charlotte the eleventh WWE Superstar to win multiple Royal Rumbles. Flair has also made history as the first-ever two-time winner of the Women’s Royal Rumble match.

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With this victory, Flair has earned herself a title match at WrestleMania 41. Currently, this means that Flair will challenge either WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton or WWE Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley.

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The 2025 Royal Rumble Premium Live Event is taking place from Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The card for the show includes:

• Charlotte Flair won the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble match.
• Ladder Match for the Undisputed WWE Championship: Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Kevin Owens
• Men’s Royal Rumble Match
• Two-Out-of-Three Falls for the WWE Tag Team Championship: #DIY (c) vs. Motor City Machine Guns

Stay tuned to SEScoops for more from the 2025 Royal Rumble PLE, including breaking news and live results.

2025 Royal Rumble: Preview, Matches, How to Watch

Recent reports have suggested that Tiffany Stratton could face Charlotte Flair at WrestleMania 41 with the Women’s Championship on the line. Speaking to The Takedown On SI, Stratton addressed rumors of a showdown with WWE’s Queen.

“Honestly, I think we could have a banger match. I feel like that’s a given… we would probably have one of the best matches on the entire WrestleMania card.”

Stratton is certainly hopeful that the match will happen, in what would be the Buff Barbie’s debut match at WrestleMania. While the pair have never faced off in the ring before, a match with Flair would be years in the making for Stratton.

“I got into wrestling because of her. I saw her on an episode of SmackDown one day and she inspired me… It would just mean so much to my younger self if she would be my WrestleMania opponent.”

Flair will make her return from injury at the 2025 Royal Rumble PLE, where she hopes to become the first-ever two-time winner of the Women’s Royal Rumble match. The Queen will face some stiff competition, however, including fellow former Rumble winners Bianca Belair and Bayley.

2025 Royal Rumble: Preview, Matches, How to Watch

Stratton is in her first reign as WWE Women’s Champion, after cashing in her Money in the Bank contract during the first SmackDown of 2025. The reigning champion will certainly be watching tonight’s Women’s Rumble match closely, especially once Charlotte Flair finally steps foot back in the squared circle.

Charlotte Flair will make her long-awaited return at the 2025 Royal Rumble PLE, and the Queen isn’t taking it easy in training. On Instagram, the Flatback Training shared footage of Charlotte’s preparation. The former Women’s Champion was senn delivering chops to AEW’s Austin and Colten Gunn while Women’s World Champion Mariah May watched on.

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Charlotte will be a part of this year’s Women’s Royal Rumble match, her first match since December 2023. During an episode of SmackDown, Charlotte suffered a leg injury in a match with Asuka and has been ut of action ever since.

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Royal Rumble Matches: 4
Royal Rumble Victories: 1 (2020)
Royal Rumble Eliminations: 15
Total Royal Rumble Duration: 2 Hours, 16 Minutes, 30 Seconds
Longest Royal Rumble Stint: 50 Minutes, 1 Second (2019

Flair will have her work cut out for her in the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble match, with fellow former Rumble winners Bayley and Bianca Belair also confirmed for the match. Stay tuned to SEScoops to see whether Flair’s return to the ring makes her a two-time Rumble winner, or if someone else takes the throne.

Charlotte Flair’s WWE Return Comes with a Bold ‘Top Girl’ Persona

Charlotte Flair is gearing up for her much-anticipated WWE comeback, and it looks like she’ll be returning with a fresh moniker. Following an initial teaser, WWE aired another vignette on the January 24 episode of SmackDown, confirming that Flair will participate in the Royal Rumble on February 1. The video provided more insight into her mindset and road to recovery, fueling excitement among fans.

Adding to the speculation surrounding her return, WWE Shop has unveiled new merchandise for Flair. The t-shirt design prominently features an image of the Queen with the words “Top Girl” across her eyes. This suggests that “Top Girl” may be the latest nickname for the dominant WWE Superstar as she prepares to reclaim her place at the top of the division.

Flair has been out of action since December 8, 2023, when she suffered a devastating knee injury during a SmackDown match against Asuka. The 14-time world champion tore her ACL, MCL, and meniscus, requiring extensive surgery and rehabilitation. Since then, she has largely remained behind the scenes, occasionally sharing training updates on social media.

In recent weeks, however, Flair has dropped multiple hints about her return, including appearances alongside former and current WWE stars. Though she was recently seen backstage at NXT, her official return will be on WWE’s main roster.

With her sights set on making a statement at the Royal Rumble, Flair’s return promises to shake up the women’s division.

WWE fans may soon witness a marquee singles match between Tiffany Stratton and Charlotte Flair. According to Fightful Select, the potential clash has been discussed for WWE WrestleMania 41. Stratton, who has often been compared to Flair, has cited the multi-time champion as her inspiration for becoming a wrestler. Over the years, Stratton has expressed her interest in facing Flair in several interviews.

Stratton’s meteoric rise in WWE has been one of the company’s standout stories. Since joining the main roster in 2024, she has achieved significant success, including winning the Women’s Money in the Bank match. She capped off the year by cashing in on Nia Jax to capture the WWE Women’s Championship at the start of 2025.

Charlotte Flair has been out of action for over a year due to a torn ACL, MCL, and meniscus suffered in a December 2023 match against Asuka. Flair has been preparing for her return, with WWE airing vignettes on SmackDown to build anticipation.

WWE WrestleMania 41 will take place as a two-night event on Saturday, April 19, and Sunday, April 20, 2025, at Allegiant Stadium. A match between Stratton and Flair would pit one of WWE’s brightest rising stars against a proven legend, making it a must-see event for fans.

Charlotte Flair has officially confirmed her return to WWE, announcing her participation in this year’s Women’s Royal Rumble match. The announcement came during a vignette that aired on Friday’s episode of SmackDown, where Flair declared, “The GOAT doesn’t have to call themselves the GOAT. I’ve crafted a legacy no one can touch, and I know exactly who I am. And I’m back.”

Flair has been absent from WWE since December 2023 due to a severe knee injury sustained during a match against Asuka on SmackDown. The injury, which involved a torn ACL, MCL, and meniscus, required surgery in January 2024. Throughout her recovery, Flair kept fans updated via social media, sharing glimpses of her training and rehabilitation process.

The Royal Rumble premium live event will take place on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Flair’s return promises to add excitement and star power to the highly anticipated match.

The winner of the Women’s Royal Rumble Match will earn a title match of their choosing at WrestleMania 41. They can either challenge Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley or Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton. 

What Fans Can Expect from Charlotte Flair’s WWE Return

The anticipation for Charlotte Flair’s WWE return continues to grow, with recent teasers and appearances sparking speculation. During this week’s SmackDown, a promo highlighted Flair’s star power with visuals of private jets and yachts, emphasizing her dominant presence in WWE.

Flair has been absent from WWE since December 2023 after suffering a severe knee injury in a match against Asuka on SmackDown. The injury, which involved a torn ACL, MCL, and meniscus, required surgery in January 2024. Since then, Flair has kept fans updated on her recovery journey through social media, sharing training videos and photos.

Flair attended Tuesday’s WWE NXT and posted a picture alongside NXT Tag Team Champions Jakara Jackson and Lash Legend, captioning it, “Some girls want to be a princess when they grow up, I wanted to be in a bad b**ch girl gang.” The post has fueled speculation that Flair could lead a faction upon her return. A source at the WWE Performance Center who saw Flair training in the ring tell SEScoops she looked great and is ready to wrestle, pending the right scenario to get her back on television.

While WWE has not officially confirmed a return date, her recent activity, combined with the 2025 Royal Rumble just weeks away, suggests Flair’s comeback may coincide with the high-stakes event.

What Fans Can Expect from Charlotte Flair’s WWE Return

WWE Superstar Charlotte Flair was backstage during Tuesday’s WWE NXT television broadcast at the Performance Center in Orlando, Florida.

Flair has been absent from WWE television since December 2023 due to a severe knee injury. She sustained the injury during a match against Asuka on the December 8, 2023, episode of SmackDown, where she tore her ACL, MCL, and meniscus.

Following surgery in January 2024, Flair has been focused on rehabilitation and has shared her recovery journey with fans through social media, often posting training videos and photos.

The 14-time World Champion shared a photo on social media alongside NXT Tag Team Champions Jakara Jackson and Lash Legend, captioned,

“Some girls want to be a princess when they grow up, I wanted to be in a bad b**ch girl gang.”

Charlotte Flair

This caption has sparked speculation among fans about the possibility of Flair leading a faction upon her return to WWE television. While Flair is widely recognized as a standout singles competitor, she was part of a faction during her early days in NXT over a decade ago.

Most wrestling fans know about the (unofficial) Four Horsewomen, but real ones remember the Beautiful, Fierce Females. In November 2013, Charlotte joined The BFFs alongside Sasha Banks and Summer Rae, turning heel after attacking her former tag team partner, Bayley. The BFFs became one of NXT’s most successful factions before disbanding when Summer Rae was called up to the main roster.

Though WWE has not officially announced when Charlotte Flair will return to television, her appearance at this week’s NXT broadcast suggests her return is imminent.

Charlotte Flair is edging closer to her return to WWE, and fans may witness a revamped version of The Queen upon her comeback.

Flair’s last match occurred on the December 8th, 2023, episode of SmackDown, where she suffered a devastating knee injury during a bout against Asuka. The injury, which involved a torn ACL, MCL, and meniscus, required immediate surgery, sidelining her indefinitely. Initial reports suggested Flair wouldn’t step back into the ring until at least 2024.

Recent developments, however, hint at a sooner-than-expected return. Flair was recently spotted training alongside a former WWE star, sparking speculation about her comeback. Additionally, her name has been floated in connection with a marquee match at WrestleMania, suggesting that her return could be tied to a high-profile storyline.

A New Side of The Queen?

According to insights shared on the Backstage Pass podcast, WWE may be planning a shift in Charlotte Flair’s character. WrestleVotes revealed that Flair’s presentation could embrace an intensified version of her Queen persona.

The 14-time World Champion will have a different presentation when she returns to WWE than fans are used to seeing from her. She’ll be leaning into a ‘dark queen’ aura, with Wrestlevotes hinting, “Maybe like a little Seth Rollins-esque flair in her attire. She’ll just be turned up a little volume-wise.”

This potential transformation aligns with WWE’s pattern of evolving its top stars, giving Flair an opportunity to refine her regal character with a darker, edgier twist.

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A Timely Return

Rumors also suggest that WWE might be holding off Flair’s return to coincide with significant upcoming events, such as the debut of Raw on Netflix. If true, this would position Flair’s comeback as a major moment, tied to a broader effort to captivate both loyal fans and new audiences.

Whatever the exact plans, Charlotte Flair’s return promises to be a pivotal moment for WWE, showcasing a renewed energy and focus on one of its biggest stars. Fans can expect a compelling evolution of The Queen that could redefine her legacy in the squared circle.

Charlotte Flair has been out of action for a whole year now but the 13-time Women’s champion is inching closer to her return per latest updates.

The Queen previously posted photos of in-ring training session at Shawn Spears and Tyler Breeze’s Flatbacks wrestling school. She posted another such photo recently, thanking NXT’s Lainey Reed for helping her prepare for an in-ring return.

In a further update, PWinsider is reporting that Flair is ‘on the cusp of officially returning’ following her injury. Apart from the in-ring work, Charlotte has made trips to WWE HQ for a photoshoot and other logistics work in preparation for her comeback.

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Charlotte Flair tore her ACL, MCL, and meniscus in a match against Asuka at the tribute to the troops special of SmackDown on December 8, 2023.

This is the first time in her 12-year WWE run that the female star has had to stay out of action for more than a year. The hiatus also caused her to miss WrestleMania only the second time since being introduced to the main roster by Stephanie McMahon in 2015.

WWE has not set an official return date for the former champion but January 6 Netflix Raw premiere would be the perfect stage for Flair to make her comeback. 

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WWE’s resident Queen Charlotte Flair is closing in on a return and was spotted training for her comeback this week. In a photo shared to X, Flair can be seen training with NXT’s Shawn Spears and Kiana James (the latter of whom is also out with an injury) and TNA’s Lei Ying Lee (formerly Xia Li in WWE.)

Flair has been out with a serious knee injury since December 2023, an injury she suffered during a SmackDown match with Asuka. The injury forced Flair to miss several major events, including missing only her second WrestleMania since being called to the main roster in 2015.

Charlotte Reveals Her Initial Reaction to Career-Threatening Injury

Charlotte went under the knife in January and has kept fans updated on her recovery ever since. Last month, Flair teased that her return was coming, with a video of a block of ice bursting into the shape of a diamond. Unless she returns to action within a matter of weeks, this will be the first year of her decade-long WWE career without in-ring activity.

Outside of the ring, Flair has been busy with non-wrestling projects, including an indie horror film announced in May of this year. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Charlotte Flair as the Queen of All Eras continues to work hard to make a return to the ring possible.

Charlotte Flair appear to be signaling her imminent WWE return after nearly a year away, and fans couldn’t be more excited.

The multi-time World Champion shared a ten-second video on X depicting a block of ice bursting into the shape of a diamond. It reveals Charlotte’s image, logo, and name. The accompanying caption includes three diamond emojis.

Charlotte Flair’s Injury and Recovery Journey

The Nature Girl hasn’t stepped into a WWE ring since the December 8, 2023 episode of SmackDown, where she faced Asuka. During that match, Charlotte suffered a severe left knee injury, tearing her ACL, MCL, and meniscus. She underwent surgery in January 2024, keeping her on the sidelines ever since.

At the time of writing, Charlotte has not competed in a single match in 2024. Unless she returns next month, this will be the first year of her decade-long WWE career without in-ring activity.

Recovering from injuries of this magnitude typically takes around nine months. That would have been around September, but more recent reports suggest she might not be back until 2025. Charlotte’s teaser, however, is an encouraging sign.

In an October appearance on the Forever Young Podcast, Charlotte spoke candidly about her recovery. She admitted feeling as though her “life was over” after the injury but saw the hiatus as an opportunity to grow. She used the time off to reflect on her career and plan how to evolve her character.

During her recovery, Charlotte has remained active, frequently sharing training updates and footage of her fitness journey.

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Multi-time WWE Women’s Champion Charlotte Flair thought that her life was over after she suffered severe injuries last year. “The Queen” has been away from the programming since suffering a significant knee injury including tears to her ACL, MCL, and meniscus last year.

Charlotte Flair recently joined in for an interview on the Forever Young Podcast with Dr. John Layke and Dr. Payman Danielpour. She opened up on the injury and her recovery process. The former WWE Women’s Champion is determined to recuperate and bring back the best version of herself. She said:

“I thought my life was over. My husband [Andrade] had just come back to the company or was on his way back. I knew he was going to be debuting soon. From the moment I was taken out, I just have kept telling myself that I’m going to come back the best version of the Queen when I do come back.”

‘The Queen’ is using the injury hiatus to her advantage as she is scouting the present wrestling landscape to add more layers to her character when she is back. Flair explained:

“It’s been a challenge, but a challenge I know that’s going to make me better in the long run because I’ve had the opportunity over these, I think it’s been like nine, eight months now to go back and see things that I would have done over. What can I do over? Look at the landscape of the division and try to figure out where I can add character layers when I come back.”

During the conversation, she was asked how long until she returns. However, Flair remained tight-lipped and said that she wants fans to get surprised when she makes her comeback.

The daughter of legendary wrestler Ric Flair, is quite active on her social media and shares footage of her in-ring training. She previously dropped a clip of running the ropes and doing a series of rolls.

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There is a belief that there is still some time left before she returns to the ring as the injuries that she sustained last year were severe. She is likely to miss the remainder of the year and could be back next year.

• Charlotte Flair Injury Update 8 Months After Knee Surgery

Multi-time WWE Women’s Champion Charlotte Flair is not expected to return just yet. “The Queen” has been on the shelf as she is recuperating from a significant knee injury including tears to her ACL, MCL, and meniscus which she suffered last year. The 14-time Women’s Champion has been doing her best to make her comeback to the ring.

Fightful Select has reported that there were reports of creative plans involving Charlotte Flair moving forward, specifically involvement with WWE Women’s Champion Nia Jax and Ms. Money In The Bank Tiffany Stratton. However, WWE sources indicste she is not cleared yet. There is a belief that there will still be some time before she returns to the ring as the injuries that she sustained last year were severe.

Charlotte underwent major knee surgery in January. She’s been documenting her training on social media, which has given people a sense of optimism. She posted this video approximately six weeks ago, accompanied by a quote from the movie Any Given Sunday (1999) that shares her mentality as she powers through this latest advertsity.

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‘The Queen’ is quite active on her social media and often shares some footage of her in-ring training including running the ropes and doing a series of rolls.

On the other hand, Charlotte Flair will be a part of an upcoming indie horror/thriller movie, You Lose You Die. Previously, Flair worked outside WWE. Her movie debut took place when she starred as Heather Rockrear in Psych: The Movie in 2017. It is a spin-off of the popular show about fake psychic investigator. Flair has also starred as herself in the remake of Punky Brewster with fellow WWE wrestler Alexa Bliss.

Despite her absence, Charlotte Flair has kept her eye on the shows and recently made it clear that she wants to share the ring with the NXT Women’s Champion Roxanne Perez.

• Charlotte Flair Sends Message To Roxanne Perez: “We Will Meet In The Ring One Day”

WWE superstar Rhea Ripley is ready for a rematch against her rival Charlotte Flair. In their last encounter, “The Eradicator” defeated Flair to win the Smackdown Women’s Championship at WrestleMania 39 on April 1, 2023.

“The Queen” is currently recovering from tearing her ACL, MCL, and meniscus. The injury occurred during a match against Asuka on December 3, 2023, during the episode of Friday Night Smackdown. After months of rehab, Flair is getting closer to returning to the WWE.

In an interview with veteran wrestling journalist Bill Apter, Ripley warned the seven-time WWE Smackdown Women’s Champion ahead of her comeback.

“…Mamí is bigger and better than ever. I beat you at WrestleMania 39, so you best believe that I can do it again. I love you, princess. Get back and be safe because Mamí is going to put you back down.”

– Rhea Ripley, WrestleBinge

After Ripley won the title in 2023, she was moved to Monday Night Raw along with Judgement Day (Finn Balor, Damian Priest & Dominik Mysterio). WWE’s creative decision made it so they were separated by different brands and has created intrigue from fans about a rematch.

Charlotte Flair Recovery Update

On July 30, Flair posted a video of herself training in the ring at the WWE Performance Center. She was noticeably wearing a knee brace but could do in-ring exercises with seemingly little discomfort.

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WWE announced in December 2023 that Flair’s timeline for her full recovery could be nine months, which would be on track for a September return. She’s listed as a free agent on the WWE website, allowing the company some flexibility to place her on Raw or SmackDown when the time comes.

Ripley is currently focused on her feud with WWE Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan and her former boyfriend, Mysterio. That said, the company could move to have Flair rekindle her rivalry with “Mamí” when she is ready to return.