Nikki Bella Criticized for Major Errors on WWE Raw
WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella recently faced criticism following her match against Roxanne Perez on Raw. Bella, who has returned to the ring after her retirement, aimed to help elevate new talent. However, her performance drew mixed reactions from fans and professionals alike.
Nikki Bella vs. Roxanne Perez Match Overview
The match, which took place earlier this week, featured Raquel Rodriguez at ringside supporting Perez. The bout became notable for several controversial moments that highlighted both wrestlers’ in-ring abilities.
- Match Outcome: Roxanne Perez defeated Nikki Bella after executing her finisher, Pop Rox.
- Controversial Moments: At one point, Perez attempted to gain an unfair advantage by pinning Bella with her feet on the ropes, but the referee did not count the pin due to the rule violation.
- Post-Match Action: Following the match, an attempted attack by Perez and Rodriguez was thwarted by Stephane Vaquer, indicating possible future tag team implications.
Criticism and Analysis
Stevie Richards, a former WWE Hardcore Champion, analyzed Bella’s performance in a YouTube review. He pointed out several errors that raised concerns about Bella’s in-ring safety and performance quality.
- Errors Identified:
- Roxanne was slapped hard by Bella, causing concern for potential injury.
- A stiff dropkick by Bella, described as a “flying Stevie kick,” received mixed feedback.
- Fans expressed that the execution of certain moves, including a Fireman’s carry into an armbar, appeared poorly timed.
Many fans took to the comments section of Richards’ video to voice their opinions. Comments ranged from outright criticism of Bella’s performance to questioning her place in the WWE Hall of Fame.
Reflections on Bella’s Return
Nikki Bella made her return to WWE earlier this year as a surprise entrant in the Women’s Royal Rumble. Despite her efforts to engage with newer wrestlers like Roxanne Perez and improve her in-ring skills, the backlash indicates that fans are closely scrutinizing her matches.
In a recent podcast episode, Bella mentioned she is working on improving her performance and has sought feedback from her sister, Brie Bella, and husband, Bryan Danielson. As she prepares for her future matches, the wrestling community remains on alert, eager to see how she addresses the criticisms and evolves in her return to WWE.
