Bianca Belair's WWE Return: Expected Timeline

According to Bodyslam+, Belair is set to return in the “early stages of 2026,” though WWE is hoping for sooner. The report states:

“There is a belief within WWE that Bianca Belair will be returning in the early stages of 2026. WWE is hopeful for the current proposed timeline with the potential of a return earlier than expected. (h/t: WrestlePurists)”

So when Belair returns, where will she fit in the roster? Maybe she faces her former ally, Women’s Champion Jade Cargill. Cargill is a heel now and could make a good opponent. She could also face the other women’s champion, Stephanie Vaquer. A whole new opponent altogether for the EST. Though she will probably have to work her way back up the ladder.

Belair isn’t the only talent who is out of the action at the moment. The most recent injury that has thrown a wrench in the company’s plans is Seth Rollins’ shoulder injury. That occurred last month, in October, during the Crown Jewel: Perth PLE. The latest update about when he will be out of action is six months or later. Due to his injury, WWE had his The Vision stablemates turn on him, and then a week later, he had to relinquish the WWE World Heavyweight Title.

WWE Plagued With Injuries

There’s also Liv Morgan, who has been out of action since suffering a separated shoulder in a match against Kairi Sane on the June 16, 2025, edition of Raw. Like Belair, Morgan could be back by the beginning of 2026. As long as she’s ahead of schedule for her physical rehab, fans are hoping she returns for the 2026 Women’s Royal Rumble match.

Other superstars that are on the injured list include Kevin Owens, Chad Gable, Apollo Crews, and Zoey Stark. Though on the bright side, there have been plenty of returns like Rey Mysterio, Ilja Dragunov, and Tama Tonga. So that's a plus for the company.