Hall of Famers make their mission clear in first RAW appearance in years
Summary
– Nikki and Brie Bella appeared live on RAW following the Royal Rumble
– Brie Bella addressed her surprise return and emotional homecoming
– The Bella Twins announced plans to pursue the Women’s Tag Team Titles
The February 2, 2026, episode of WWE RAW featured a major moment for the women’s division as Nikki and Brie Bella returned to the ring together. The appearance marked their first time standing on a RAW stage in more than seven years.
Brie Bella’s surprise entry in the Women’s Royal Rumble set the stage for the moment. The Philadelphia crowd reacted loudly as the WWE Hall of Famers made their way to the ring, with commentary emphasizing their influence on the modern women’s division.
Brie addressed the audience and reflected on the full-circle nature of the return. She acknowledged fan support since the Royal Rumble and embraced the reaction to her comeback, saying she felt at home again inside a WWE ring.
Brie clarified that her return was not about rescuing Nikki Bella; instead, she pointed to their shared legacy. She reminded the crowd that the Bella Twins were the original tag team and noted how strong the current women’s division has become.
With that context set, the sisters made their intentions clear. Nikki and Brie announced they are officially entering the hunt for the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships, drawing a strong reaction from the crowd.
The declaration immediately placed the Bella Twins back into the title picture and signaled that their return is focused on competition rather than nostalgia.
