It’s been a while since fans have seen Saraya in a wrestling ring, and naturally, questions are swirling about what’s next for the former AEW and WWE Women’s Champion. With a history of high-profile comebacks and a reputation as one of the most influential women in modern wrestling, Saraya’s future remains one of the most talked-about topics in the industry.
Where Is Saraya? A Look at Her Recent Hiatus
Saraya’s last match took place in 2024, and she’s been largely absent from wrestling since. While she hasn’t officially retired, she also hasn’t confirmed any plans to return just yet. Her silence has left many fans wondering if the next chapter in her career will happen inside or outside the ring.
Saraya had previously retired in 2018 due to a serious neck injury but shocked the wrestling world with her triumphant return at AEW Grand Slam 2022, held inside Arthur Ashe Stadium. That comeback was emotional, powerful, and marked the beginning of her AEW run—where she once again climbed to the top of the women’s division and won the AEW Women’s World Championship.
Harley Cameron Gives a Rare Update on Saraya
The most recent update on Saraya’s future came from fellow AEW star Harley Cameron, who spoke highly of her friend during an interview with TMZ. According to Cameron, Saraya has been keeping her plans under wraps but is staying very active behind the scenes.
“She’s been pretty close-lipped about what’s coming next, but I think she obviously took some time away… I think she’s definitely at a point in her life where whatever she does next, she’s going all in.”
Cameron also credited Saraya for helping shape her own wrestling career. She spoke about how valuable Saraya’s mentorship was during their time together in AEW.
“I learned so much about wrestling on television. I was so lucky to be put in that position with her because I feel like I got a decade of experience just working with her in the year we were together.”
Saraya’s Legacy and Hall of Fame Future
Whether Saraya steps back into the ring or not, her place in wrestling history is secure. She’s a former Women’s Champion in both WWE and AEW, and one of the few women to play a defining role in both promotions.
Her WWE debut in 2014 remains one of the most iconic moments in women’s wrestling, and her AEW return years later was equally powerful, showing resilience and passion after being told her in-ring career was over.
A Hall of Fame induction—both in WWE and potentially AEW someday—feels inevitable.
Harley Cameron and Willow Nightingale Carry the Torch
As Saraya keeps a low profile, Harley Cameron’s own career is on the rise. Teaming with Willow Nightingale, the duo known as Babes of Wrath made history in 2025 by becoming the first-ever AEW Women’s World Tag Team Champions.
They won the belts through a tag tournament and have since defended them against top teams like Sisters of Sin and the powerhouse combo of Mercedes Moné and Athena. Their reign continues to gain attention, with many seeing them as the future of AEW’s women’s division—a legacy Saraya helped inspire.
