Concerns arose among WWE fans this past Monday on Raw when Zelina Vega seemingly waved goodbye to the live audience after her elimination from the Women’s Intercontinental Championship tournament. Vega, who lost to Lyra Valkyria in a triple threat match also involving Ivy Nile, sparked speculation about her future with the company. However, PWInsider.com has confirmed that Vega is under contract with WWE for several more years, putting any rumors of an imminent departure to rest.
Interestingly, Vega received the biggest reaction of the three competitors during her entrance, and her elimination generated a significant response online. #PushZelina trended on Twitter, with many fans expressing their disappointment and advocating for better utilization of Vega’s talents. Even the comment section on WWE’s YouTube channel reflected this sentiment, with more negative comments about Vega’s loss than positive ones about Valkyria’s win.
During her run in WWE, Vega has often been relegated to a mid-card role, leaving many to wonder when she will receive a sustained push towards championship contention.
While the reason behind Vega’s gesture remains unclear, one thing is certain: she’s not going anywhere. Whether WWE will finally capitalize on her popularity and give her the push fans are clamoring for remains to be seen.
