Lana Returns to WWE Programming Alongside Rusev at Raw

After being out of action for a few months, Lana made her return to WWE programming Monday night on Raw, joining Rusev for a segment of Miz TV.

Lana realigned herself with Rusev after being involved in a feud with him and Summer Rae shortly before suffering a wrist injury. The Ravishing Russian also mentioned her real-life engagement to Rusev, which she announced in October.

Vaughn Johnson of Philly.com liked the way WWE handled Lana's return:

On paper, pitting Lana and Rusev against each other should've worked. Instead, the breakup angle was a flop after a bright start and only got worse after WWE inserted Summer Rae and Dolph Ziggler. In a way, Lana's injury was the best thing that could've happened, as it brought an abrupt end to the rivalry.

This should also be the shot in the arm Rusev needs to start rebuilding the momentum that has slowly slipped away from him over the past few months.

Bleacher Report's Mike Chiari is worried that this may, however, signal the end for one potential faction for The Bulgarian Brute:

Rusev wrestled Ryback to a count-out on Raw, which was a worrisome sign. Neither Ryback nor Rusev would gain anything from a feud between the two Superstars.

With any luck, WWE has other plans for the former United States champion.