Veteran WWE Superstar Natalya found herself at the middle of a storm not just for her in-ring performance, but for a post-match incident that quickly went viral. At the 2025 Crockett Cup, Natalya challenged NWA Women’s World Champion Kenzie Paige in a high-profile match that had the wrestling world watching closely.
Despite a strong showing, the former WWE Women’s Champion came up short in her bid to capture the title. However, it was what happened after the bell that stole headlines.
In a brief but shocking video clip posted by wrestling media figure MuscleManMalcolm, Natalya is seen confronting a ringside fan who had reportedly shouted at her. The nine-second clip shows the WWE star approaching the man, striking him in the face, and delivering a second blow as he falls back into his chair. Security intervened quickly to pull her away.
Fans and pundits speculated whether the confrontation was part of a storyline or a real-life outburst. As of now, neither WWE nor NWA have released an official statement clarifying the situation. Natalya, however, added fuel to the speculation by posting on X shortly afterwards, dubbing herself “The Low-Key Legend.”
Originally, TNA Hall of Famer Gail Kim was slated to serve as special guest referee for the Crockett Cup bout, but she was forced to withdraw due to severe flu and COVID-like symptoms.
Natalya's wrestling career
Natalya’s presence on the independent scene has become more frequent in 2025, even as she remains under contract with WWE. Though her appearances on RAW have been sporadic, she recently took part in the Women’s Intercontinental Title tournament and has begun aligning with Maxxine Dupri on television, suggesting she’s still a key player in WWE’s evolving women’s division. Whether the Crockett Cup incident was a scripted angle or a real confrontation, one thing is certain Natalya is keeping people talking.
