5 WWE dream matches for Mickie James if she crosses the 'forbidden door' again

On January 29, Mickie James did something that no fan thought they would ever see on WWE programming. Mickie entered the 2022 Women's Royal Rumble match as an IMPACT Wrestling performer, carrying the IMPACT Knockouts World Championship.

It was a very rare occasion for Vince McMahon, allowing a performer from outside of his company to come in and compete, and bring their championship with them. It opened a lot of eyes and got a lot of fans interested to see where it could all lead.

Of course, outside of WWE, the "forbidden door" has been opened. Promotions such as AEW, IMPACT Wrestling, NWA and New Japan Pro-Wrestling have all collaborated to share their talent in some capacities. It initially saw AEW World Champion Kenny Omega appear on IMPACT Wrestling, winning their world title as well. It ultimately opened up a world of possibilities.

For Mickie James, it was a shot at redemption for how the company treated her when they released from her contract during the Covid-19 pandemic. WWE decided to send Mickie her remaining belongings in a trash bag to her home, which rightly was called out as a sign of disrespect.

Ultimately, WWE apologized, and internally, a handful of changes were made inside WWE, specifically with the talent relations department. Mickie, on the other hand, found a new home back with IMPACT Wrestling and eventually became their Knockouts World Champion, defeating then-champion Deonna Purrazzo at Bound for Glory 2021.

Now, fans are speculating whether Mickie will make another appearance for WWE in the future, especially with WrestleMania looming closer. There are still plenty of dream matches left for her in the promotion, and those most certainly need to be had.

That being said, let's take a look at five WWE dream matches for Mickie James if she passes through the 'forbidden door' again.

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#5 Mickie James vs. Liv Morgan

Speaking with Sportskeeda a few weeks ago, Liv Morgan named Mickie James as an opponent that she would love to face one-on-one in the future. She said:

"I will go anywhere and everywhere. That'd be a dream of mine. I want to wrestle everyone. I want to wrestle legitimately everyone. I'd love to wrestle Mickie James."

If Mickie was to return to WWE once again to kick open the "forbidden door," a first time ever one-on-one match against Liv should happen. Liv has been ultra-impressive for a long time now. She would be able to put on a high-quality match with the country singing legend, who'd be able to test herself against the young star.

If the bout were to happen, it would slot perfectly into a premium live event card, and would allow both competitors to excel.

#4 Mickie James vs. Bayley

Mickie James and Bayley have stepped into the ring together numerous times. They even got a chance to lock horns in a Gauntlet Match in December 2018, but they've never had a one-on-one match.

Both ladies have shown appreciation for each other over the years, and now it might be time for them to go at it in the ring one-on-one. Currently, Bayley is on her way back from injury, but what if her night back she was greeted by Mickie?

It would be a dream match for the ages and the perfect, first-time ever match for Bayley's return to the ring. It wouldn't even look misplaced on the WrestleMania card this coming April.

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#3 Mickie James vs. Bianca Belair

If the five-time Women's Champion wants to really test herself against the best that WWE has to offer, then she needs to go one-on-one with Bianca Belair. The EST is one of the company's most athletically gifted stars in the women's division.

The pair have never crossed paths in tag team or singles competition, but they have appeared in two Women's Royal Rumble matches as entrants in 2021 and 2022. That is the closest we have gotten to seeing them get close to each other.

Would Bianca just be too quick to overwhelm Mickie in the ring with her unrivaled agility and athleticism? There's only one way to find out with the "forbidden door" being unlocked once again.

#2 Mickie James vs. Sasha Banks

Despite colliding on two separate occasions on house shows in January 2019, Mickie James and Sasha Banks have never faced each other on television. It is a match that would generate plenty of excitement, and one that would no doubt capture the imagination of the WWE Universe.

Sasha Banks has, in fact, alluded to the fact that the match will happen someday, which has notched the excitement even more. In response to a tweet where a fan questioned if Banks vs. James would happen on television, The Boss replied simply with "It will."

A collision between two of the greatest of all time, Sasha and Mickie will hopefully happen sooner than we think. Again, it's another contest that wouldn't look misplaced on the WrestleMania card this April.

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#1 Mickie James vs. Charlotte Flair

In a recent episode of GAW TV on YouTube with Mickie, Victoria and So Cal Val, the IMPACT Knockouts World Champion spoke about Charlotte Flair. She revealed that she believes that The Queen is the greatest wrestler she has ever seen. James said:

"I’m gonna be honest, she is one of the best wrestlers I’ve ever seen in my life, male or female. Like, watching her in the ring, and when I went back and watched the Rumble, like, say what you will, but she operates on a different level." (h/t Wrestling Inc)

Aside from three Women's Royal Rumble matches, Mickie and Charlotte have never crossed paths in the same match. They have never wrestled one-on-one anywhere.

This potentially legendary match is one that also simply needs to happen. If Flair wants to prove she's the best, then Mickie James can give her the match of her life to drive home that point.

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