WWE Locker Room’s Reaction to AJ Lee’s Shocking Return Disclosed

AJ Lee made her WWE return on September 5, 2025, during the Friday Night SmackDown episode in Chicago. This marked her first appearance in the Stamford-based promotion after a decade-long hiatus due to injuries.

The Geek Goddess came out to avenge her husband, CM Punk, after Becky Lynch slapped him again on the show. This was the second time The Man insulted The Second City Saint live in front of the fans, but this time Punk came prepared with a lady backup.

BodySlam.net recently provided a fresh update about Lee’s return that will have fans jumping with joy and excitement. According to the report, Lee’s return on SmackDown was not a one-off appearance; she has signed a multi-year, full-time contract with WWE. This contract means she is fully committed to WWE, and her return signals a long-term role rather than a brief cameo.

AJ Lee’s return fits perfectly into the ongoing WWE storyline where CM Punk and AJ Lee form a powerful duo against Becky Lynch and Seth Rollins. This rivalry will reportedly culminate in a mixed tag team match at the upcoming Wrestlepalooza on September 20, 2025.

Backstage Reaction To AJ Lee’s Return

In their report, BodySlam.net also revealed that the backstage reaction to AJ Lee’s WWE return has been overwhelmingly positive. WWE talent and staff view her comeback as inspirational and a massive morale booster for the company. She is highly respected as a pioneer in women’s wrestling, so her return has lifted spirits among wrestlers and officials alike.

“With AJ Lee’s return to WWE on SmackDown, the buzz is “quite high” amongst WWE and the talent.”

H/T to Ringside News

Another good news for the fans is that they will not have to wait much longer to see AJ Lee again. According to PWInsider, her next appearance will take place at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, which will hold the September 8 edition of Monday Night Raw. It is also believed that this appearance will set the stage for the mixed tag team match that will feature Punk and Lee against Rollins and Lynch.