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Paige Triumphs in WWE Return at WrestleMania 42

4/20/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Paige made a stunning return to WWE at WrestleMania 42 in 2022.
She stepped in for the injured Nikki Bella in the Women's Tag Team Championship Fatal Four-Way match.
Paige teamed with Brie Bella and pinned Alexa Bliss with her Rampaige move to win.
The victory marked Paige's significant comeback and generated an enthusiastic crowd reaction.
Nikki Bella praised Paige as the perfect replacement.

History

Historical Context

WrestleMania III, held on March 29, 1987, at the Pontiac Silverdome, marked a pivotal moment in professional wrestling, drawing an announced attendance of 93,173. This event showcased the rise of women's wrestling, highlighted by Moolah's match against Velvet McIntyre. The legacy of WrestleMania III continues to influence women's roles in WWE, as seen in Paige's return at WrestleMania 42, reflecting ongoing evolution in female athletics.

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Story summary

Paige made a stunning return to WWE at WrestleMania 42 in 2022.
She stepped in for the injured Nikki Bella in the Women's Tag Team Championship Fatal Four-Way match.
Paige teamed with Brie Bella and pinned Alexa Bliss with her Rampaige move to win.
The victory marked Paige's significant comeback and generated an enthusiastic crowd reaction.
Nikki Bella praised Paige as the perfect replacement.

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