Asuka was sidelined after WWE Backlash last year as she succumbed to injuries. In May 2024, she underwent surgery and is taking the time off to heal.

This week's episode of WWE SmackDown gave another twist on The Road to WrestleMania 41, with Naomi officially turning heel.

WWE plans the WrestleMania title matches ahead of time, but there've been exceptions with title changes on the road to The Showcase of the Immortals.