Alexa Bliss is wasting no time getting back into the action, as WWE has confirmed shell be competing in her first singles match since making her surprise return at Royal Rumble 2025. Bliss is set to take on Candice LeRae in a Womens Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match on Friday Night SmackDown, with a chance to punch her ticket to Elimination Chamber 2025.
Bliss return at the Rumble was a tightly kept secret, with Bliss flying into Indianapolis just hours before the event and remaining hidden backstage until her entrance. The moment she hit the ring, the crowd erupted, making it clear they hadnt forgotten about Little Miss Bliss. That same night, she officially signed her new WWE contract, solidifying her future in the company.
Now, Bliss has to prove she hasnt missed a step. Candice LeRae wont be an easy opponent, and with the Womens Elimination Chamber on the horizon, the stakes couldnt be higher.
Bliss isnt just making moves inside the ringshe recently signed with Paradigm Talent Agency, joining a roster that includes CM Punk, Drew McIntyre, Liv Morgan, Tiffany Stratton, and Jade Cargill. Shes been expanding her career outside WWE with projects like The Masked Singer, Punky Brewster, and Netflixs anime Sakamoto Days, where she voices Obiguro.
With everything lining up for Bliss both in WWE and Hollywood, her return match this Friday could set the tone for whats next. Will she secure a spot in the Elimination Chamber, or will LeRae play spoiler?
Heres what else is set for SmackDown:
- Jey Uso to Address Cody Rhodes
- Charlotte Flair Appearance
- Womens Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match: Bianca Belair vs. Piper Niven
- Womens Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match: Alexa Bliss vs. Candice LeRae
- Mens Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match: Drew McIntyre vs. LA Knight vs. Jimmy Uso
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What do you think of Alexa Bliss return? Do you see her winning and heading to Elimination Chamber 2025? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
