Kiana James Returns From Injury In New Manager Role On 7/25 WWE SmackDown

The July 25 episode of WWE SmackDown delivered another twist on the road to SummerSlam—Kiana James is officially back, and she’s standing alongside none other than Giulia. After months off TV, James returned in a major way, stepping in as a mouthpiece for Giulia during a tense segment involving Zelina Vega.

Zelina was pushing for another shot at the WWE Women’s United States Championship, but Giulia didn’t even need to say a word—because Kiana James spoke for her. The two immediately showed chemistry, with James taking charge and shutting Vega down with confidence. The confrontation led to the announcement of a title match set for next week.

This pairing might’ve caught some fans off guard, but there’s logic behind it. Giulia, while a major international star, isn’t a native English speaker—and having James by her side gives WWE a strong way to present her in promos while she adjusts to the main roster spotlight.

Both women came off sharp and focused in their return segment, and Giulia’s confidence was made clear without her even needing to speak. James backing her up adds a whole new layer to Giulia’s WWE presence—and it could either turn into a dominant partnership or go off the rails fast.

Will this new alliance lead to championship gold—or implode before it gets off the ground? Share your thoughts in the comments and let us know what you think of Kiana James and Giulia teaming up.