WWE SmackDown results: Bianca Belair returns, receives a chilling warning from former friend Naomi
Bianca Belair returns, receives a warning from Naomi
Bianca Belair, who kicked off the latest episode of SmackDown in Knoxville, Tennessee (The EST's hometown).and spoke about how she has picked up an injury, lost her Tag Team titles and even severed ties with Naomi in the past few months. She added that she was happy to return to her hometown as it is her 'safe space'.
'You know Bianca, it wouldn't be good for you and your mama to be in a wheelchair.'— Naomi to Bianca Belair #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/l9WwnKk2kI
Bianca was interrupted by Naomi, who threatened to attack her mother. She also issued a chilling warning to Bianca and her mother. She also revealed that she had visited her parents but they were not home. This prompted Jade Cargill to come to her aid and lay out Naomi.
Here's what has transpired between Bianca Belair, Naomi, and Jade Cargill so far
Last year, Jade Cargill was attacked backstage by an unknown assailant. This put 'The Storm' on the shelf. In her absence, Naomi became friends with Bianca. It was later revealed that Naomi was the attacker and had lied to 'The EST'. This created a rift between Naomi and Bianca.
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