Spoiler: Absent WWE Star Spotted Ahead of SmackDown in Phoenix

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Nikki Bella was spotted in Phoenix ahead of Friday's SmackDown taping, posting an Instagram Story from a local restaurant in the same city where the show is taking place. A fan on Twitter noted that Nikki liked their message suggesting The Bella Twins could appear on the March 13 SmackDown episode, fueling speculation about a potential return. The Bella Twins last appeared on WWE television during the February 2, 2026 episode of Monday Night Raw and have confirmed they will be involved in WrestleMania 42 weekend.