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WWE Hall Of Famer Is Returning To The Ring: Report
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Trish Stratus has not competed since the Elimination Chamber event. A new report indicates her return is planned for the upcoming Evolution 2 Premium Live Event.
According to WrestleVotes Radio, WWE had planned to announce the Hall of Famer's return on the June 13th episode of SmackDown. That segment, however, was pulled from the show.
Trish Stratus Expected To Return At WWE Evolution 2
The report states that despite the scrapped announcement, Stratus is still expected to be part of the all-women's event. Her return is said to be "still on the books."
"The announcement of Trish Stratus' return and accompanying graphics were set to air prior to John Cena's 2nd promo of the night on the 6/13 episode of SmackDown," the report said. "While that was scrapped, the return is still on the books with Stratus set to be part of WWE Evolution."
The Evolution 2 event will take place on July 13, 2025. It will be held at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.
Star Power For A Big WWE Event
Stratus recently appeared at the Fanatics Fest, signaling her continued involvement with WWE. Her presence at Evolution 2 would add significant star power to the show.
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It is not yet known what her role at the event will be. Reports have suggested the show will feature a larger card than usual, with seven to eight matches and a battle royal.
It remains to be seen how WWE will feature Stratus upon her return.
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Stratus is one of the most decorated and influential women in WWE history. Beginning her career in 2000 as a manager, she rapidly evolved into a premier in-ring competitor, becoming the cornerstone of the women's division during the Ruthless Aggression era.
Stratus holds the record for the most WWE Women's Championship reigns with seven. Her legendary, years-long rivalry with Lita is considered one of the greatest ever, and included their historic main event match on Monday Night Raw. She initially retired in 2006, winning the championship in her final match against Lita in a storybook ending.
A 2013 WWE Hall of Fame inductee, Stratus has since returned for high-profile matches, including a recent feud with Becky Lynch. Her journey from manager to main event star helped redefine women's wrestling and has inspired generations of performers.
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