Nikki Cross Shares Heartfelt Tribute to Asuka Following Backlash Loss
Longtime WWE rival pens emotional message for Asuka
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WWE Superstar Nikki Cross expressed her admiration for Asuka in an emotional Instagram post after Asuka's recent loss to IYO SKY at the Backlash Premium Live Event. Amid retirement rumors, reports indicate that Asuka is out indefinitely for personal reasons, not officially retired.
- 01Asuka lost to IYO SKY at the Backlash Premium Live Event.
- 02Nikki Cross shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, celebrating their rivalry.
- 03Asuka is reportedly out indefinitely due to personal reasons.
- 04Cross referred to Asuka as one of her greatest rivals.
- 05There are no confirmed retirement plans for Asuka.
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Following Asuka's loss to IYO SKY at the Backlash Premium Live Event, Nikki Cross, a longtime rival, shared an emotional tribute on Instagram, highlighting their history in wrestling since 2013. Cross expressed her admiration for Asuka, calling her one of her greatest rivals and a magical performer. Despite speculation about Asuka's retirement, wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer reported her as 'semi-retired.' However, insiders clarified that Asuka is out indefinitely for personal reasons and not retired. She is expected to return to Japan for family matters, leaving fans eager for her comeback to the ring.
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