Faith Jefferies, who is popularly known by her ring name Nikkita Lyons, is a rising performer in the NXT Women’s division. The 5-foot-8 star joined WWE back in December 2021 and has been with the company for nearly 2 years. But lately, she hasn’t featured on television.
Due to Lyons‘ absence from the company, fans always try to get details about when she’s going to return. But ahead of her impending return, Lyons has raised the temperature by sharing a steamy picture on her social media. As she shared this photograph, fans started showing their love for her.
Praising the 24-year-old NXT performer for her looks in the recently shared photograph, someone from the WWE universe wrote, “Lawd have mercy,” “So freakin gorgeous,” another pro wrestling lover said while admiring Nikkita for her spectacular looks. (Via: X)
Most of the fans were sharing their praise for Lyons after she shared a picture recently. But others were quick to ask her about her WWE status. Trying to get answers about her return, the users were repeatedly asking about her impending in-ring comeback.
Why hasn’t Nikkita Lyons appeared on WWE TV for a long time?
The NXT star has been out of in-ring competition since early 2023, as she was taken off television in January this year. As it’s been a long time since Nikkita was last seen, fans have been wondering what’s the reason behind her absence.
ACL & Meniscus are torn.🦵🏼This comeback is personal. Thank you to all who consistently show love & genuine support. it means the 🌎 to me.🦁Those of you who don’t see the vision, thank you too. Stay ya a** right there. This is just another lesson life needed to teach. 🌻 Love. pic.twitter.com/kOrMryOZsu
— Nikkita Lyons (@nikkita_wwe) January 25, 2023
The reason behind the 24-year-old female star’s long hiatus was revealed by herself. Lyons confirmed that her ACL and meniscus have been torn due to the attack by an unidentified assailant.
The young female superstar was attacked in the NXT parking lot, and she suffered legitimate injuries. Due to those injuries, she has been on a long break from the Triple H-led promotion.
When is Nikkita Lyons expected to return?
As the injuries Faith suffered were quite serious, she had to undergo surgery. After a successful surgery, the 24-year-old has been on the path of recovery. With her resilience, Lyons is on her way to making a dominating comeback to the professional wrestling industry.
The exact timeline of her return to in-ring competition hasn’t been revealed yet. But it’s being speculated that she could be back sooner than expected. As the female performer is nearing a WWE return, she has teased the same through her social handles a number of times.
Similarly, Nikkita Lyons recently showed her interest in fighting Becky Lynch for the NXT Women’s Championship. The youngster has repeatedly giving hints of a possible return. Thus, it seems that she’s on the verge of making her long-awaited return to the promotion.
Nikkita Lyons is open to facing Becky Lynch for the NXT Women’s Championship 👀 pic.twitter.com/KZziMvlOk4
— WrestleSR (@wrestle_sr) October 3, 2023
Will the 24-year-old straight away target The Man after making her return? If she really does, it’ll be interesting to see how the rivalry unfolds between them. For now, it remains to be seen when Nikkita will return to the Triple H-led promotion.
