Backlash 2018 Bayley v Ruby Riott

In addition to expert analysis of the co-branded WWE Backlash pay-per-view from Renee Young, David Otunga, Booker T and Peter Rosenberg, Sunday’s Backlash Kickoff will also feature an explosive showdown between Bayley and Ruby Riott.

Whether friends or foes, Bayley’s longstanding history with Sasha Banks has always been a hot topic for the WWE Universe. However, before they could settle their differences on Monday Night Raw several weeks ago in a singles bout, the sudden emergence of The Riott Squad -- as part of the 2018 Superstar Shake-up -- brought their match to a screeching halt, as the volatile faction left both Superstars laying on the canvas. Would the former Raw Women’s Champions see past their own conflict to repel the new threat to the red brand? Well, not if this past Monday was any indication. Despite Liv Morgan and Sarah Logan’s constant interference in The Boss’ one-on-one match against Riott, Bayley watched the contest from the back and chose not to get involved on Banks’ behalf.

With The Riott Squad most assuredly at ringside once again this Sunday, will Banks opt to do the same as The Huggable One?