FORT WORTH, Texas — On April 26, WWE delivered an exciting post-WrestleMania 41 edition of SmackDown at the Dickies Arena, featuring major moments that left fans buzzing. First, Aleister Black made a surprise return, shocking the crowd by attacking The Miz. Black, who recently performed in AEW as Malakai Black, marked his presence by bringing the heat back to WWE.
In another captivating moment, Zelina Vega achieved a career milestone by defeating Chelsea Green to become the WWE Women’s United States Champion. This victory made Vega the second-ever holder of this title, and she expressed her joy in a heartfelt backstage interview after the match, saying, “I’m honestly at a complete loss for words. I can’t believe my name is officially in the history books as just the second Women’s United States Champion.”
Vega’s journey has been an inspiring one. After experiencing ups and downs in her career, she took to social media to thank her supporters, saying, “Thank you for never losing faith in me, even when I struggled to believe in myself.” This victory not only represented personal success but also marked a significant moment in women’s wrestling.
Fans quickly responded on social media to Vega’s victory, with many celebrating her long-awaited championship win. User @reignsofmone tweeted, “You deserve it,” while another fan shared, “The Queen getting her well-deserved rest with gold!” This enthusiastic support highlights the connection Vega has with her fanbase.
Post-match, fans were equally thrilled by Black’s return and the delightful scene between him and Vega in the backstage area, where the couple celebrated their respective triumphs with an affectionate kiss. “Seeing my husband return on the same night I won the title… it’s a dream!” Vega expressed, sharing her happiness at this double celebration.
As Vega savors her hard-fought victory, questions loom about her next challenger in the SmackDown Women’s division. The atmosphere remains electric, and fans are eager to see how the storyline progresses as several stars aim for the title.
Additionally, the evening was dampened by the sad news of Jackie Caudle’s passing, the wife of legendary commentator Bob Caudle. The wrestling community mourns as tributes pour in, promising to keep Bob and his family in their thoughts during this difficult time.
