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Edited by Michael Ingbian

For many years, the Bella Twins were some of the biggest stars on WWE’s women’s roster. 

They were fan favourites, reality television stars, and helped usher in a new era that brought more attention to women’s wrestling.

But before they became one of WWE’s most beloved Hall of Fame inductees, Nikki and Brie Bella were some of the company’s most effective villains.

And they remind us exactly why at SummerSlam 2026.

What seemed like an emotional reunion turned into one of the night’s most shocking betrayals as the Bella Twins attacked Paige, who had welcomed them back to the WWE Universe. It was an act that will have implications beyond the show.

More Than Just a Return

Return appearances for former stars always elicit excitement from the WWE Universe. When those stars have a historical significance for a company like WWE, those returns can create truly memorable moments.

The Bella Twins’ entrance this past Saturday received that very same reception. The crowd saw two women who have, undoubtedly, changed the course of women’s wrestling within the company for good and the world beyond over the years. Between their championships, iconic rivalries, and global mainstream popularity, Nikki and Brie Bella have proven they are among the biggest names to ever grace a WWE ring, ever.

And, at least for the first few minutes of their appearance, that is why this next move proved to be so shocking. Instead of standing shoulder to shoulder with a recently victorious Paige, the sisters attacked their counterpart. Cheers turned quickly into boos.

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Why Paige?

The immediate and…