5 reasons why Sasha Banks will return to WWE and turn heel against Bayley

Sasha Banks and Bayley lost their Women’s Tag Team Championships at WrestleMania 35 to The IIconics. Since then, Banks hasn’t appeared on WWE television. Rumors stated that she has quit WWE but things have changed now, with new reports indicating that she's set to return soon.

WWE hasn’t hinted how Banks will return to the company because Bayley is no longer on Raw as she’s is the current SmackDown Women’s Champion. But this shouldn’t be a problem because Superstars are already feuding with each other without caring on which brand they are, thanks to the Wild Card rule.

It is one of the reasons why a Sasha Banks vs Bayley feud seems possible. The new Women’s Champion is enjoying her title reign and she is all set to defend it against Alexa Bliss at Stomping Grounds. Here are 5 reasons why The Boss could return and turn heel against Bayley.

#5 A storyline we didn’t get to see on the main roster

Sasha Banks and Bayley had a heated rivalry in NXT. They had a great rivalry and it’s one of the main highlights of NXT’s women’s division. However, both Superstars no longer perform for Triple H as WWE has brought them up to the main roster where Banks and Bayley work under Vince McMahon.

In 2018, WWE teased a feud between the two but the storyline didn’t result in anything except for some meaningless segments. When WWE should have turned Banks to a heel, they opted to book her and Bayley’s appointment with Dr. Shelby. It didn't make any sense and it also took away an opportunity to build a feud between these two allies. If WWE decides to turn Sasha Banks into a heel, she could finally begin a feud with Bayley and entertain the fans, as they did in the yellow brand.

#4 WWE wants to keep Sasha Banks happy by providing her a title shot

WWE has two singles title for the women’s division. One for Raw and the other for SmackDown Live. Becky Lynch is currently holding the gold in the red brand while Bayley is continuing her reign as SmackDown’s Women’s Champion.

Lacey Evans is currently feuding with Lynch, while Alexa Bliss has earned a title shot against Bayley. It seems like WWE wants to stretch Evans vs Lynch until SummerSlam whereas they may not have a proper plan for Bayley’s next opponent. Enter Sasha Banks.

She is unhappy with WWE because of the way they treated her character and it’s not surprising that they want to keep her happy. Considering the latest reports, it seems like Banks is going to return soon and Vince McMahon may have made a plan for her return and that is to start her feud with Bayley.

Lynch is currently the most over female Superstar and with WWE seemingly invested in Evans, it’s unlikely they would let The Boss feud with The Man. But on the other hand, it’s possible that WWE would want Sasha Banks to feud with her friend Bayley for the SmackDown Women’s Title, and who knows she may even win it.

#3 It could be the greatest women’s rivalry that could also main event WrestleMania 36

Theoretically, it seems unlikely that WWE would let Sasha Banks and Bayley main event ‘Mania next year. But considering they once thought to put Natalya vs Ronda Rousey on the show’s end, it seems a possibility. As per rumors, Natalya was going to turn heel against Ronda but because of her father’s unfortunate death, WWE scrapped the plan.

Even if Banks and Bayley don't get close to main event WrestleMania 36, it wouldn't be surprising if their rivalry becomes one of the greatest in women’s wrestling. Both Superstars perform well in the ring and it’s one of the reasons why WWE may want them to feud together. Moreover, Bayley also needs a legit contender for her title and who could be more 'legit' than The Boss herself?

But the question is – will WWE let female Superstars main event another WrestleMania?

#2 To make Sasha Banks the biggest heel in WWE’s Women’s Division

Sasha Banks had one of the best heels runs in NXT history. Triple H and Co. went all out utilizing her to her maximum potential. It was a time when the commentators didn’t have to tell us that she is The Boss because her work proved it. Nowadays, Michael Cole has to remind us everything Banks make her entrance.

WWE needs to understand how important she is to the women’s division and push her accordingly. If done right, Banks could become the biggest heel Superstar in the main roster and it could be done by turning her against Bayley. Both are best friends and if Banks betrays her, then it would definitely shock the WWE Universe. It’s also good for both female Superstars. Not only could Banks become the heel in the women's division, but it would also help Bayley getting natural face reaction from the fans.

#1 WWE needs to revive her character

Sasha Banks isn't the same Superstar we once saw in NXT

Those who watched Sasha Banks in NXT know that Triple H did a great job pushing her. He knew that Banks has what it takes to be the cornerstone of the yellow brand. However, since debuting on the main roster, the creative team isn’t focusing a lot on her.

For a long time, Banks and Bayley were in the mid-card after which they won the inaugural Women’s Tag Team Championship. But even this title didn’t help them revive their character completely. Bayley is currently the SmackDown Women’s Champion and she is no longer a mid-card Superstar. Although Banks is still lost in the shuffle.

WWE needs to plan something good for her, when she returns, and work on reviving her character. A possible feud with Bayley could help her to become a main eventer again, just like she was during her time in Triple H's NXT.