Natalya has been booked for a big event during the WrestleMania 41 weekend in Los Angeles but with an interesting twist.
Josh Barnett announced on social media late on Monday night that the former Women’s Champion will be making her GCW debut next month.
The announcement confirmed that the female star will be competing in the 13th edition of Josh Barnett’s Bloodsport on April 17, two days before WrestleMania 41.
What’s interesting about this appearance is that while her WWE past was acknowledged in the poster, the wrestling veteran was billed as Nattie Neidhart instead of her well-known ring name.
While the former Women’s Champion has been regularly booked by WWE in 2025, she has mostly been relegated to Main Event and WWE Speed matches. Her only main roster appearance so far this year was at Royal Rumble.
Female WWE talents have recently been concerned about their spot in the company after the abrupt exit of Sonya Deville. Deville had been in active negotiations with the officials for a new contract so the decision to not renew her deal came as a surprise to even the former WWE star herself.
While WWE has been more willing to allow signed stars to make appearances outside of the company in recent times, the timing and build for the event definitely raises questions about Natalya’s future with the promotion.
