The Rumor Mill is in Overdrive
The buzz around WWE has been intense ever since the conclusion of WWE Backlash 2026. On WWE Raw, a segment took things to another level by sparking more speculation about whether Asuka is retiring or considering it. backstage, IYO SKY and Asuka, who had a fierce battle on Saturday night with SKY emerging victorious, were seen sharing a heartfelt moment.
Asuka Retired from WWE?
Asuka told IYO SKY that she has finally found someone to take her place. SKY, visibly emotional, said goodbye to her mentor as we saw the “Empress of Tomorrow” leave the arena with her baggage in hand. Despite their past disagreements, there was always a deep respect between them. This emotional farewell left many questions unanswered, and Michael Cole, during commentary, mentioned that they would provide more clarity on the “goodbye” of one of WWE’s greatest talents once they have more information, as her status remains uncertain.
Many media outlets are speculating that this could be a form of “semi-retirement” for Asuka, given that she has been pushing herself at full speed for almost a decade. If this is indeed the case, then she certainly deserves some well-needed time off and the opportunity to compete when the situation calls for it.
A Career Full of Achievements
Since joining WWE, Asuka has accomplished nearly everything a competitor in the promotion could hope for. She has won the Money in the Bank and Royal Rumble events, and has held the WWE Women’s Championship five times across WWE Raw, SmackDown, and NXT.
A Legacy of Excellence
Asuka is also a five-time WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion, and she is the second woman to achieve the Grand Slam Champion title. Additionally, she is only the third woman to win the Triple Crown in the WWE Women’s division. If this is truly the end of her career, then it has been an incredible journey for the Joshi legend. In general, the “Empress of Tomorrow” has been one of the most outstanding performers in WWE, helping to shape a new style and era of women’s wrestling that many believed was unattainable.
