Following Six-Month Absence, Kairi Sane Returns to WWE RAW and Gets Heartwarming Support from IYO SKY
Following a six-month break from action, Kairi Sane made her in-ring comeback on this week’s WWE Monday Night RAW, thrills the WWE Universe. As Sane competed in a triple-threat match meant to qualify for the Women’s Money in the Bank ladder match, the episode on May 20 was a turning point in her path.
Up against fierce opposition in Rhea Ripley and Zoey Stark, Sane—who has long been a fan favorite noted for her high-flying attack and tenacious spirit—was up against For all three women, the game was a pivotal chance; the winner would land a much sought-after slot in the forthcoming Money in the Bank game, a career-defining event for any star.
Eventually, Sane lost to Ripley and her coming back would change things. Clearly Sasha Banks had returned, in great shape and was looking to make an impact in the women’s division once again.
An Unforeseen Moment
Things changed for the worse in the match when Zoey Stark was injured. According to reports, Sane’s dropkick left Stark with injuries. Because of the effect, she couldn’t continue, so she had to leave the game early.
Ripley and Sane handled the sharp change very dedicatedly, even during the chaos. What at first looked like a triple visit suddenly became an unplanned one-on-one between the women, who both made adjustments. Ripley used the chance to execute the Riptide on Sane so she could get the victory with a pin.
Even though her name wasn’t in the headlines, viewers could feel Sane’s presence in the tourney. How agile, how strong and how skilled she was—which revealed she had not lost her touch due to time off—proved that she is still an elite athlete, both to fans and WWE officials.
My IYO Sky Reminds My Old Partner with a Lovely Note
Former tag team partner and fellow member of Damage CTRL, IYO SKY, helped create one of the most touching moments during the show. Within hours of the game going live, SKY took to social media to let her returning partner know where she stood.
“Welcome back!! @KAIRI_official ✨✨,” she said on X (previously known as Twitter).
The film paid tribute to their connection in only a few seconds. Before joining WWE, Sane and SKY (previously Io Shirai) became great friends when they were stablemates in World Wonder Ring Stardom in Japan. They continued to work together, with Damage CTRL being a leading group in women’s wrestling before shutting down.
As soon as they received the message, fans commented with words of hope and positivity for SKY and the team. The crowd was hoping for them to team up or clash for the title, given their history together.
A Symbolic Return
Kairi Sane’s return to wrestling means more than simply a fine in-ring performance. The documentary brings attention to her strong will which came through clearly after her long recovery. It shows that she is both very fit and completely passionate about what she does.
Although she didn’t make it through the women’s Money in the Bank qualifier, the fact that fans still love her is clear. What speaks loudly of IYO SKY’s popularity and influence are public opinions, online trends and the true friendship she displays.
Excited to help you in the future Sane?
Thanks to her official homecoming in the records, Kairi Sane has plenty of paths to follow. She didn’t win the Money in the Bank match, but it probably won’t take her long to get back in the mix for titles. Whether Kairi Sane appears by herself or with IYO SKY, fans are sure she is back to wrestling and will stay around.
Over and over, WWE has made it clear it wants to improve the women’s division and Sane’s comeback adds more depth and variety to an already talented group. Nobody has an elbow drop as fancy or a fighter’s attitude as strong as hers.
WWE is waiting to see what the Pirate Princess will decide before the summer lineup and Money in the Bank pay-per-view. The buzz around her return is growing; from past history, she is only at the beginning of what’s next.
