According to a report by PWInsider, sources within New Japan Pro Wrestling have confirmed Mercedes Varnado (Sasha Banks) is currently on her way to Japan. Varnado is expected to arrive Wednesday in advance of her planned appearance at the Tokyo Dome on Wednesday January 4, 2023 for NJPW’s Wrestle Kingdom 17.
It was further noted Varnado is expected to at least make a cameo and will be in Japan for the next several weeks prior to the event.