The rivals traded harsh words before their upcoming confrontation in Mexico City.
Summary
– Paige mocked Nikki Bella with a Hustle, Loyalty and Respect insult on SmackDown
– Nikki blamed Paige for Brie Bella’s injury and the failure of her return
– Paige warned Nikki to be ready for their confrontation in Mexico City
Paige and Nikki Bella exchanged personal insults during a heated backstage confrontation on the September 4 episode of WWE SmackDown.
Nikki was asked whether her anger toward Paige had gone too far. She rejected that suggestion and said trusting Paige had been her biggest mistake.
The WWE Hall of Famer blamed Paige for Brie Bella’s injury and claimed the situation ruined her own return. Nikki also questioned Paige’s passion for wrestling before promising to ruin her rival’s comeback.
Paige interrupted the interview and confronted Nikki face-to-face. She said Nikki had disliked her from the beginning of their relationship, long before their latest problems.
Paige then used the famous Hustle, Loyalty and Respect phrase to describe how she built her career. The comment delivered a clear reference to Nikki’s former relationship with John Cena.
The exchange became even more personal when Paige warned Nikki about their upcoming confrontation in Mexico City. She threatened to end Nikki’s career faster than her previous relationship ended.
Neither woman became physical during the segment, but the confrontation heightened the intensity of their growing rivalry. Their next meeting could quickly turn violent after both stars crossed personal lines on SmackDown.
