
Absent Star Set for Tonight’s SmackDown Appearance
An absent WWE star is set to appear on tonight's SmackDown, signaling a potential comeback that could impact the episode's lineup.
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An absent WWE star is set to appear on tonight's SmackDown, signaling a potential comeback that could impact the episode's lineup.

Mookie Betts is set to be activated from the Dodgers’ 10-day IL after two rehab games due to a right oblique strain; he’ll return to shortstop as L.A. sits 24-15 atop the NL West, with Hyeseong Kim and Alex Freeland splitting second-base duties and Miguel Rojas in a reserve role. Betts’ strong track record suggests he’ll rebound from last year’s quieter numbers (.258/.326/.406, 104 wRC+).

Caitlin Clark returned to game action for the Indiana Fever in a WNBA matchup against the Chicago Sky in Indianapolis, marking her first appearance back on the court after her absence.

Paige says WWE is her home after returning to the ring at WrestleMania 42, stepping in for Nikki Bella in the Women’s Tag Team Title match and winning the titles with Brie Bella. After retiring in 2017 due to a neck injury, she stayed with WWE as a manager/GM, later wrestled for AEW in 2022, and now reiterates that she is a WWE girl forever and plans to stay with WWE.

Paige returned to WWE during WrestleMania 42 post-show, declaring WWE her home after Nikki Bella revealed she’d undergone surgery and ran into Paige in Birmingham, with Paige already holding gold and signaling a promising comeback.

Tyson Fury returned from a 16-month layoff with a dominant unanimous-decision victory over Arslanbek Makhmudov in London, winning 120-108, 120-108, and 119-109. Fury controlled the action with a sharp jab and precise counters, overcoming a one-dimensional opponent as he rebuilds momentum after Usyk defeats and the loss of trainer Ricky Hatton. The win keeps Fury in the heavyweight mix and fuels talk of future mega-fights, including possibilities against Usyk or Joshua.

Roxanne Perez is reportedly set to return to WWE Raw (Mar 30) at Madison Square Garden, roughly two months after her last match and following back surgery to remove a benign mass. It’s unclear if she’ll immediately wrestle or how she’ll be positioned in WrestleMania 42 planning, but her return could influence Finn Balor’s feud with The Judgment Day and may see her aligned with or against various storylines, potentially teaming with Raquel Rodriguez.

Roxanne Perez is set to return to WWE television this week after surgery to remove a benign mass, with PWInsider reporting she was planned to appear on RAW from Madison Square Garden as part of ongoing storylines.

Celtics star Jayson Tatum could make his season debut Friday against the Dallas Mavericks after a right Achilles tear last May. He had surgery within 24 hours, has progressed through rehab (including a Maine Celtics stint and five-on-five work), and is expected to play with a minutes restriction and no back-to-backs. Boston, 41-21 and led by Jaylen Brown, will rely on Tatum’s return to boost offense and defense as the playoffs approach.

Boston’s Jayson Tatum could return as early as Friday against the Mavericks after an Achilles injury, with ESPN’s Shams Charania listing him questionable. The Celtics sit 41-21 and second in the East, having reshaped payroll by trading Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porziņģis, yet overachieving this season. Expect a cautious ramp-up and rust removal as coach Joe Mazzulla treads carefully, much like Paul George did after his 2014 injury, with the priority on long-term health and postseason readiness over a rushed return.

Conor McGregor says he’s ready to return but the UFC hasn’t sent a contract after offering him a matchup and date he accepted, posting—then deleting—a message calling it "Day 15 of I accept, send the contract" while waiting for over two weeks. The saga follows his last fight in 2021 after a broken leg, with past plans to face Michael Chandler at UFC 303; Dana White has signaled Chandler isn’t the current plan, though McGregor believes he should still face him.

AJ Styles said on Stephanie McMahon's podcast that he's not sure if he'll wrestle again after his retirement match with Gunther at Royal Rumble; he didn’t leave his gloves in the ring, which fans took as a glimmer of a possible return, and he even floated the idea of someday sharing the ring with his son, though he emphasized there are no immediate plans to come back.

Dominik Mysterio is expected to return to WWE television imminently from a shoulder injury, with PWInsider indicating he could appear on the February 2, 2026 RAW in Philadelphia while WWE has not officially confirmed it; he’s been out since December 20, 2025, after a shoulder injury in AAA Guerra de Titanes, and while the Wrestling Observer noted he wouldn’t require surgery and would miss roughly 3–4 weeks, he was seen at Future Stars of Wrestling on Jan 29, suggesting a swift comeback that could influence Judgment Day’s momentum.

Carlos Alcaraz, 22, has quickly established himself as a tennis icon, with peers describing his energy, all-court versatility, and ability to dictate points on any surface. Opponents from Djokovic to Medvedev say his relentless pressure, rapid adaptation, explosive movement, and growing serve make it feel like there are few safe options, often leaving rivals frustrated and forced into mistakes. His combination of speed, anticipation, and tactical tweaks—plus durability in long matches—has driven his rise to the career Grand Slam and a reputation for an almost unplayable level when he’s at his best.

A long-awaited return for The Bone Temple opens with a disappointing weekend box office, underperforming against expectations and competing releases, signaling a lukewarm reception despite the film’s 28-year wait.