WATCH: Bayley and Dakota Kai reunite amidst mystery attack backstage

In the recent episode of WWE SmackDown, Dakota Kai found herself at the centre of a mysterious attack backstage at the Delta Centre in Salt Lake City. Following the incident, General Manager Nick Aldis and referee Dan Engler escorted her to the doctors to assess the extent of her injuries. This development unfolded during the build-up to the WWE Elimination Chamber, adding an element of suspense to the upcoming pay-per-view event.

The narrative took an intriguing turn when Bayley, a former member of the Damage CTRL stable, showed genuine concern for Dakota Kai's well-being. In a poignant scene in the doctor's room, Kai, acknowledging the need to prove herself, assured Bayley that she had her back. The camaraderie between the two former allies became evident as they shared a warm embrace, signalling a united front against their common adversaries.

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Attacked offscreen?

you can't fool me, she's on DMG CTRL's side 🗣️#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/2jVm01xduY

— s e t h (@futurafreesky) February 24, 2024

 
The backstory to this alliance stems from Damage CTRL's betrayal of Bayley several weeks ago, leading to Bayley choosing IYO SKY as her opponent for "WrestleMania 40." Amid this turmoil, Dakota Kai was conspicuously absent during the attack on Bayley.

Why did Dakota Kai don’t show up?

However, Kai later clarified that she missed the incident due to a prior doctor's appointment and vehemently denied any foreknowledge of Damage CTRL's actions. In a subsequent confrontation with Damage CTRL, Kai defended Bayley by wielding a chair, showcasing her loyalty to her former teammate.

This week's episode added another layer to the unfolding drama as Kai, visibly injured, received assistance from Nick Aldis. Bayley, demonstrating genuine concern, rushed to Kai's side, and upon learning that Damage CTRL was responsible for the attack, The duo vowed to make them pay for their actions.

The subsequent announcement of a tag team match featuring Kai and Bayley against the reigning WWE Women's Tag Team Champions, The Kabuki Warriors (Asuka and Kairi Sane), further intensifies the impending showdown. The situation is laced with irony, considering Dakota Kai's history of injuries in tag team matches.

Notably, she suffered an injury in a similar scenario ten months prior while teaming with Bayley against then-champions Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez. Kai's return to the ring, especially in a tag team capacity with Bayley, adds an intriguing layer to the ongoing storyline, fueled by a desire for retribution against Damage CTRL.