Malakai Black might be on his way back to WWE, and fans are convinced it’s only a matter of time.
The former NXT Champion sent speculation into overdrive after sharing a fan-made video on his Instagram Stories, showcasing his biggest matches and moments from his time in WWE.
This isn’t the first time Black has teased a return. Just before the 2025 Royal Rumble, he posted footage of himself watching an old Rumble match, sparking theories that he’d make a surprise appearance. While that didn’t happen, the rumors haven’t stopped, and now, after his latest post, fans are more convinced than ever that he’s heading back.
Black officially parted ways with AEW earlier this year, along with Miro and Ricky Saints—the latter of whom has already landed in WWE NXT. With Triple H fully in control of WWE creative, a return for Black makes sense, especially considering his success in NXT under The Game’s leadership.
Another major factor? His wife, Zelina Vega, is still with WWE. If Black does return, it wouldn’t just be a career move—it would also reunite him with Vega on the road.
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