The WWE universe has been rife with speculation regarding Asuka's future following her emotional farewell-like moment at Backlash, where she lost to IYO SKY. After the match, Asuka hugged IYO and left the ring in tears, prompting many to believe she had retired. However, Asuka addressed these rumors on her KanaChan TV YouTube channel, clarifying that she is still officially connected to WWE but may not appear regularly moving forward. She emphasized the uniqueness of her career, stating that there will never be another performer like her and encouraged fans to appreciate her future appearances, which could be infrequent. The emotional backdrop of her feud with IYO SKY, particularly after Kairi Sane's departure from WWE, added to the sentiment surrounding her potential retirement. Asuka's backstage comments to IYO after the match, where she expressed happiness in passing her legacy to her, further fueled the emotional atmosphere. As fans await her next appearance, the uncertainty surrounding Asuka's WWE journey has left many feeling nostalgic about her impactful career.