Paige and Nikki Bella trade barbs after SmackDown segment is cut

A planned segment featuring Paige was removed from the August 14 episode of WWE SmackDown, leading to a public exchange between the wrestler and Nikki Bella on social media. The segment, which was intended to address Nikki Bella’s attack on Paige at SummerSlam, was reportedly cut due to logistical reasons and time constraints.

Instead of airing on the broadcast, WWE released the promo as a digital exclusive on its social media platforms. Following the broadcast, Nikki Bella mocked the situation on X, sarcastically asking if the segment had aired during a commercial break. Paige responded by criticizing the decision to cut women’s segments and accused Nikki of hypocrisy, stating, “You’d think you’d want women to have segments instead of being cut.”

The ongoing rivalry stems from the Bella Twins turning on Paige during SummerSlam. Despite the segment being removed from the television program, the storyline is expected to continue, with both athletes indicating they will face each other in person next week.