Charlotte Flair’s Return Could Be Coming Sooner Than Expected

The Queen’s comeback might be closer than fans think, as WWE talent have started whispering about Charlotte Flair’s return.

According to Fightful Select, those backstage in WWE believe Flair is set to return “sooner than later,” though no one is placing bets on an exact date just yet.

While many are speculating that Flair could make her presence felt at this month’s Royal Rumble, no solid creative plans have been confirmed for her return. The timing of her comeback is intriguing, especially considering the state of WWE’s women’s division, which has undergone major changes in Flair’s absence.

Charlotte Flair missed all of 2024 due to a severe knee injury that required surgery, putting her out of action for over a year. Reports last year hinted at potential creative plans, but WWE had “pretty well expected her to miss the year,” given the severity of her injury. Now, with 2025 kicking off, fans and insiders alike are eager to see how Flair will fit into WWE’s evolving creative landscape.

Flair recently sparked even more speculation by posting a photo alongside former WWE star Cassie Lee, captioned: “On Fridays we choose to be IICONIC.” Dropped just hours before SmackDown’s monumental three-hour debut in Phoenix, Arizona, the timing of the post has left fans guessing whether The Queen might reclaim her throne sooner than anyone thought.

With Nia Jax set to defend her WWE Women’s Championship against Naomi on tonight’s SmackDown, the door is wide open for Flair to make a game-changing return. Whether she’s set for a surprise appearance or WWE is holding off for a bigger stage, one thing is clear—her return is poised to shake up the women’s division in a major way.