Asuka’s WWE Future Now Considered “Unclear” Internally

TLDR

According to Dave Meltzer in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, WWE sources are describing Asuka as "semi-retired" as she returns to Japan to deal with family-related matters, with her WWE future now considered "unclear" internally. The situation developed following Asuka's emotional loss to Iyo Sky at WWE Backlash, where she was seen waving goodbye to fans, and continued on Raw when she told Sky "See you later" before leaving the arena. While Sean Ross Sapp reported that people inside WWE don't believe Asuka has wrestled her final match and she signed a long-term contract extension in 2024, even WWE sources are uncertain about her long-term role or if she will return.