WWE: Trick Williams on Him Feeling Carmelo Hayes “Deserves” A WrestleMania Moment, Nikki Bella Ankle Injury Update, Several New Promotions in WWE’s Creative & Talent Relations Departments

Trick Williams Comments on Him Feeling Carmelo Hayes “Deserves” A WrestleMania Moment

As noted before, this past Friday’s WWE SmackDown show in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania featured Sami Zayn defeating Carmelo Hayes in an Open Challenge match to become the new WWE United States Champion, Zayn is currently scheduled to defend his title against Trick Williams at WrestleMania 42. Zayn’s victory resulted in some negative online backlash over some fans being upset Hayes lost the title and him not having a spot at WrestleMania.

A recent episode of the Hot 97 Mornings with Mero radio show featured Williams as the guest. One of the topics discussed included Williams’ thoughts about Hayes’ title loss and his belief that Hayes deserved to get his WrestleMania moment.

“He’s assuming Carmelo Hayes. My long-time tag team partner. We got a lot of history back in the day but honestly, I’m glad I don’t have to beat down a Black man on a WrestleMania stage. Because I don’t care who’s in front of me, everybody gotta get it. It is what it is but, nah, all jokes aside, me and Melo, we go way back of course and I would love to see him get his moment and he deserves that and you never know, he probably still will. He carried that U.S. Title great so, he deserves his moment. I’m sure he’s going to get his moment…”

Transcript h/t: Fightful.com

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Nikki Bella Ankle Injury Update

As noted before, Nikki Bella suffered an ankle injury at this past Friday’s WWE SmackDown show in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Bella was spotted earlier today wearing a walking boot during a live filming for an episode of her Nikki & Brie Show podcast.

BTS of the Nikki & Brie show with special guests Nattie & Becky Lynch + a surprise appearance from Cody Rhodes!

it looks like Nikki is in a walking boot tho, i hope she’ll be okay soon 😕❤️‍🩹 pic.twitter.com/Sh6W0ze0L1

— 𝑴 ☆ (@thebellasfave) March 30, 2026

The severity of Bella’s injury nor if she will be missing any action is currently not known.

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Several New Promotions in WWE’s Creative & Talent Relations Departments

WWE Creative Director Thomas Schiller announced on his LinkedIn profile that he was recently promoted to a new role in the company’s creative department. Schiller stated:

“I’m excited to share that I’m starting my next chapter at WWE/TKO. In this role, I’ll be diving deeper into the creative side of our broadcasts by elevating and producing graphics across all programming, shaping the look and feel of talent entrances, and bringing forward ideas that make our shows even more innovative, dynamic, and immersive. I’m incredibly grateful to the friends, collaborators, and colleagues who’ve supported, challenged, and inspired me along the way. The last chapter shaped me in ways I’ll always value. Looking forward to what we build next.”

WWE Talent Relations Manager Aggie Dent announced on her LinkedIn profile that she was recently promoted to Senior Manager of Talent Relations. Dent stated:

“I’ve recently been promoted to Senior Manager of Talent Relations at WWE. Loving the hustle of this job. On to the next adventure…!”

WWE Executive Assistant Kasey Kralik announced on her LinkedIn profile that she also was recently promoted to a new position as Talent Relations Manager. Kralik stated:

“I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as Talent Relations Manager at WWE! Looking forward to working with such an awesome team! Thanks to everyone who has supported me :)”