WWE SVP: If The Cavinder Twins Come Close To The Careers Of The Bellas, Everyone Will Be Happy

Hanna And Haley Cavinder were revealed as part of the inaugural WWE NIL class on December 8, 2021.

Hanna and Haley are twins who have starred in college basketball and are part of WWE’s NIL (Next In Line) program that is designed to pave the way for college athletes to enter the company. The Cavinders transferred to Miami after playing at Fresno State University. They also have 3.8 million followers on their shared TikTok account.

While it is unknown if or when they will enter the world of WWE, Senior Vice President and head of talent operations and strategy, James Kimball, who oversees the NIL program commented on their potential success in the company. 

“Talk about historical precedence,” Kimball told ESPN. “If the Cavinders ended up even close to a career of the Bella twins, I think everyone would be very happy. We’ve talked about it. That’s what we’re trying to identify. Where’s the potential? Where’s the archetype for these types of talent we’re bringing in? The Cavinders have a great opportunity to become something that really differentiates.”

Speaking about potentially joining WWE, Haley commented, “When that time comes, obviously we will never turn down an opportunity. The WNBA is so exciting, and that’s something we’ve worked for our whole lives. But WWE or another business opportunity could be something in our future as well.”

Whether the Cavinders eventually join WWE or not, Kimball sees the benefits of partnering with the collegiate and social media stars. 

“At the end of the day, when a decision is put in front of them, we feel confident we’re going to have a seat at that table,” he said. “It’s beneficial for WWE to partner with the Cavinder twins.”

In June 2022, the Cavinders commented on potentially joining WWE and visiting WWE facilities. You can find their full comments by clicking here. 

As for the Nikki & Brie Bella, they were absent from WWE Raw XXX after initially being advertised for the show. You can find their full comments regarding the lack of homage paid to the women during the show by clicking here.