Nikki Bella Gets Top Spot In Women's PWI 50, Bella Comments
In a move that is likely to cause controversy with at least a few readers. Pro Wrestling Illustrated has announced that former WWE Divas Champion Nikki Bella will take the top spot in their annual PWI 50 for female performers.
Bella spent the majority of the year as a dominant WWE Divas Champion, eventually earning the longest reign in the title's history.
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Inside the ring, Bella showed obvious improvement, but still drew the ire of many fans. She's currently sidelined with a neck injury that prevented her from traveling with WWE to Europe. She noted on Instagram that she's doing rehab 8 times a day on the injury.
Bella commented on the achievement, saying "Thank you @OfficialPWI for naming me #1 I truly feel as if I have won an Olympic gold medal! This achievement has made my past decade beyond worth it! I know they'll be haters but if they can't see past the character that's their problem. It's just nice to be acknowledged fpr hard work."
Bella would go on to talk about the obstacles she and her sister have overcome during her passionate Twitter post. It's worth noting that PWI's rankings are strictly kayfabe. You can see Bella's full comments below
Thank you @OfficialPWI for naming me #1 I truly feel as if I have won an Olympic gold medal! This achievement has made my past decade beyond
? Nikki & Brie (@BellaTwins) November 4, 2015
worth it! I know they'll be haters but if they can't see past the character that's their problem. It's just nice 2 b acknowledge 4 hard work
? Nikki & Brie (@BellaTwins) November 4, 2015
& passion. I have battled every obstacle that's been in my way & will continue that. WWE Universe perception was 1st. I'm a female wrestler
? Nikki & Brie (@BellaTwins) November 4, 2015
whether you like it or not. Thank you Brie 4 our match at HIAC, Paige for our title run, & Charlotte for NOC & HIAC. Unforgettable matches.
? Nikki & Brie (@BellaTwins) November 4, 2015
This achievement goes 2 my FCW coaches, producers, the women that have shared the ring w/me & most importantly my Bella Army! Thx SO much! N
? Nikki & Brie (@BellaTwins) November 4, 2015