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  • Rhea Ripley Almost In Tears After Fans Chant At WWE Clash In Italy

    Rhea Ripley Almost In Tears After Fans Chant At WWE Clash In Italy

    Rhea Ripley was left nearly in tears after Italian fans paid tribute to her late grandmother during her match against Jade Cargill at WWE Clash in Italy.

    The crowd chanted “Nonna,” the Italian word for grandmother, during the match. Ripley also wore special ring gear to honor her grandmother, who passed away in April 2023.

    Ripley posted on X in response to the tribute.

    “I literally want to cry… Thank you Italy! ????” she wrote.

    Ahead of her WWE Women’s Championship defense against Jade Cargill, ‘The Eradicator’ had also revealed how special the event was for her. She revealed that her grandparents lived in Italy before moving to Australia. Taking to X account, Ripley wrote:

    “I’ve always wanted to go to Italy but never had the opportunity. This weekend I finally get to live that dream at #ClashInItaly! My Nonna was one of the most important and strongest people in my life. Going to the country where her and my Nonno grew up feels like I’m about to visit a home I’ve never had the pleasure to experience. I miss you every day! This one’s for you! I hope I make you proud when you look down on me,” Rhea Ripley posted.

    Rhea Ripley defeated Jade Cargill at Clash in Italy on Sunday to retain the WWE Women’s Championship. Cargill and Ripley threw it all at each other in a hard-hitting match. During the match, the Aussie star initially seemed to have won before B-Fab interfered.

    However, as Cargill hit her finisher, Charlotte Flair placed Ripley’s foot on the bottom rope. In the final moments, Ripley hit her second Riptide to earn her second win over Cargill.

  • I Was Dying: Rhea Ripley Recalls Collapsing During WWE Australia Tour

    I Was Dying: Rhea Ripley Recalls Collapsing During WWE Australia Tour

    Rhea Ripley has detailed her mental health struggles.

    The WWE Women’s Champion was the most recent guest on Stephanie McMahon’s podcast. She talked about things such as her rivalry with Jade Cargill and more.

    During the interview, the Mami also opened up about her mental health struggles. She revealed that one of the toughest times for her mentally was WWE’s Australia tour in 2025 for the Crown Jewel PPV. Being a native of the country, Rhea Ripley was not only trying to please all her friends and family, but the WWE star also felt responsible for everything that was happening on the show:

    “I felt like the face of Australia in WWE. So I was like, ‘I take full responsibility for everything that’s happening here. I take responsibility for how I perform. I take responsibility for how these fans treat my peers.’  I took responsibility for too much, and I just wanted to make sure everyone was happy.”

    My Body Was Shutting Down: Rhea Ripley

    The mental load of trying to please everyone became so bad that Rhea Ripley had a full-blown panic attack on the RAW after the PLE. According to the former Judgment Day star, her body was shutting down and she felt like she was dying:

    “I was just like, at such a really low point. Even after…we had the three shows we had — SmackDown, then Crown [Jewel], and then RAW — by the time RAW was done, I collapsed in catering. Yeah, it was bad. I had a full panic attack. I hadn’t eaten; I hadn’t drunk water. My body was shutting down. It was probably the skinniest I’ve ever been, and I was just like dying.”

    After the trip, Ripley started putting herself first a lot more and started cutting people out of her life who were making things worse for her. She described sending the message to that effect to one unnamed person, writing that she ‘can’t give you any more of me.’

  • Jade Cargill Warns WWE Faction, Rejects Rhea Ripley’s ‘Mommy’ Catchphrase

    Jade Cargill Warns WWE Faction, Rejects Rhea Ripley’s ‘Mommy’ Catchphrase

    Jade Cargill is laying down the law, both to her opponents and her allies. During a fiery appearance on ESPN’s First Take to promote her Women’s World Championship match at WWE Clash in Italy, Cargill revealed that her WrestleMania loss wasn’t entirely her own fault, pointing a direct finger at her faction’s failure to intervene.

    “I had a good talking to them afterwards. I was like, listen, if you are going to stand next to me—cuz to stand next to me is a blessing. My presence is a blessing,” Cargill stated. “So, don’t just come up here and think that you’re just taking a cakewalk standing next to me. You need to work for it.”

    The Boss Speaks

    Cargill detailed her strict expectations for the group, making it clear that hesitation will no longer be tolerated at ringside. “When I tell you to jump, you jump as high as I want you to go and they didn’t do that,” she told the ESPN panel. When asked by Stephen A. Smith if anyone had been fired from her ranks, she offered a cold response: “I didn’t fire anybody yet, but they gonna have to bring the heat this time.”

    With her locker room issues seemingly handled, Cargill turned her sharp words toward the reigning champion, Rhea Ripley. Known for her undeniable charisma and commanding presence, Cargill made it clear she is thoroughly unimpressed by Ripley’s popular branding.

    “Since everybody keep running with the same schtick, ‘mommy’s on top, mommy’s on top’—I mean, that’s so old. It’s so played out. It’s been going for about two years,” Cargill declared. “I think the headline should say Jade Cargill is back on top. They keep saying mommy’s on top. I guess I’m daddy.”

    Embracing the polarization she causes among WWE fans, Cargill welcomed the noise heading into Sunday. Borrowing a line from her First Take hosts, she confidently signed off: “The haters keep you paid. We love the critics. Please, we welcome you.”

  • Rhea Ripley’s iPhone Case Goes For Thousands Of Dollars At Auction

    Rhea Ripley’s iPhone Case Goes For Thousands Of Dollars At Auction

    Rhea Ripley’s iPhone 17 Max Pro case sold for $6,320 at an auction hosted by Ripley and her husband, Buddy Matthews, with the winning bidder identified as emilybec28702.

    The sale comes during one of the busiest stretches of Ripley’s 2026. The reigning WWE Women’s Champion is building toward a title defense against Jade Cargill at Clash in Italy on May 31 in Turin, Italy. The rivalry has played out across multiple SmackDown episodes and a Saturday Night’s Main Event six-woman tag match on last weekend, where Ripley teamed with Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss against Cargill, Michin, and B-Fab.

    On last week’s SmackDown, Ripley and Flair defeated Fatal Influence’s Lainey Reid and Fallon Henley before a post-match brawl erupted in which Cargill attacked Ripley. The month has also seen Ripley regularly backing Flair and Bliss against Fatal Influence as the young faction continued making noise on the blue brand.

    The auction result adds to a recent run of notable wrestling memorabilia going for significant sums. Hulk Hogan’s Royal Rumble 1990 boots sold for $146,803 in May 2026, while his WrestleMania 1 boots crossed $1 million earlier in the year.

  • WrestleMania Rematch Made Official For Clash In Italy

    WrestleMania Rematch Made Official For Clash In Italy

    Another big match for Clash In Italy.

    Last week’s episode of SmackDown saw Jade Cargill cutting a promo on Rhea Ripley, challenging the Mami for a rematch. The Women’s Champion responded to the challenge with a promo of her own this Friday, accepting the bout.

    Ripley and Cargill last faced off on Night 2 of WrestleMania 42. Rhea won the Elimination Chamber to earn a shot at Jade’s title, and she was able to defeat the former AEW star with some help from IYO SKY.

    The two women will be sharing the ring tomorrow night as well when Rhea Ripley teams with Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss to take on Jade Cargill, Michin, and B-Fab at Saturday Night’s Main Event.

    Clash In Italy Updated Match Card

    Clash In Italy will be taking place from Inalpi Arena in Turin, Italy on May 31, 2026. Below is the updated card for the show:

    • WWE Undisputed Championship Match: Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Gunther
    • Tribal Combat for World Heavyweight Championship: Roman Reigns (c) vs. Jacob Fatu
    • WWE Women’s Championship Match: Rhea Ripley (c) vs. Jade Cargill

    Apart from this, Brock Lesnar has signed the contract for a rematch with Oba Femi after attacking the former NXT Champion on this week’s Raw. The Ruler has not yet responded to The Beast’s challenge.

  • “Real Clown Behavior!” – Rhea Ripley’s Cryptic Message After WrestleMania

    “Real Clown Behavior!” – Rhea Ripley’s Cryptic Message After WrestleMania

    Rhea Ripley appears to have someone on her mind.

    The new WWE Women’s Champion took to her verified Instagram account (@rhearipley_wwe) on Monday, posting a cryptic message on her story that has fans buzzing with speculation.

    The story, posted on April 21, features a text graphic that reads:

    “The funniest thing is when someone thinks they are relevant or hold value in your life, especially when they have done everything to prove they should have never been apart of it in the first place… Real clown behavior!”

    The post includes a clown emoji in the bottom right corner for added emphasis.

    Fans Speculate on the Target

    Ripley did not name anyone in the post, leaving fans to speculate on who the message could be directed toward. Given that she just defeated Jade Cargill at WrestleMania 42 to win the WWE Women’s Championship on April 19, some fans immediately linked the post to her in-ring rivals.

    Others pointed to the possibility of it being personal and unrelated to wrestling entirely. Ripley has not followed up with any additional context.

    What Led Up to This

    Ripley is coming off one of the biggest stretches of her career. Her WrestleMania 42 Night 2 victory over Cargill was a defining moment, and Cargill has already demanded a rematch.

    Meanwhile, Liv Morgan was spotted alongside the Judgment Day on Monday’s Raw after WrestleMania, a faction Ripley has deep history with. Morgan has previously described her rivalry with Ripley as a “Batman and Joker” dynamic.

    Whether the post is tied to an on-screen storyline, a behind-the-scenes situation, or something entirely personal remains unknown. For now, fans are left reading between the lines of what Ripley clearly intended as a very public, very pointed message.

  • Jade Cargill Wants Rematch After WrestleMania Title Loss

    Jade Cargill Wants Rematch After WrestleMania Title Loss

    Jade Cargill has her eyes on a rematch.

    The former WWE Women’s Champion spoke with JC Fernandez of 8 News Now at Netflix’s Bodyslams, Beats & Brunch event, held Monday at LIV Beachclub at Fontainebleau Las Vegas ahead of Raw. Cargill did not try to spin the loss, telling Fernandez she plans to push for another shot at Rhea Ripley immediately.

    “It’s okay, because I’m going to get my revenge and get that rematch,” Cargill said. “I think you need to call up Triple H and make that happen.”

    Ripley defeated Cargill on Night 2 of WrestleMania 42 at Allegiant Stadium, ending Cargill’s reign with the WWE Women’s Championship that dated back to November 2025. Ripley hit the Riptide for the pinfall after IYO SKY neutralized interference from Cargill’s allies Michin and B-Fab.

    Jade Cargill Reflects on First WrestleMania Night 2 Appearance

    The loss marked Cargill’s first WrestleMania appearance on Night 2. She said the Allegiant Stadium atmosphere was unlike anything she’d experienced, even with the crowd firmly against her.

    “I’ve never been featured on Night Two. I’ve always been on Night One, so this is my first rodeo on Night Two. I think we did a stellar job. The energy at Allegiant Stadium was electric,” Cargill said. “The crowd was coming for me. They hated me. I love that for me. Keep hating me.”

    She closed with a direct acknowledgment of the result.

    “Okay, I didn’t deliver, but I’m going to get that rematch.”

    The full interview, which also features Trick Williams, is available below courtesy of 8 News Now.

  • Identity of Mystery Commentator During Rhea Ripley vs. Jade Cargill Match

    Identity of Mystery Commentator During Rhea Ripley vs. Jade Cargill Match

    An unexpected guest at WrestleMania.

    Night two of WrestleMania 42 featured only one women’s match, a title fight between Jade Cargill and Rhea Ripley. Before the bout began, the cameras panned to the commentary desk to reveal an unknown third person sitting alongside Michael Cole and Wade Barrett.

    Cole introduced him as Adam Weitsman, a Priority Pass VIP guest, but did not provide any further details. Despite wearing a headset, Weitsman also did not speak once during the whole match, leaving fans confused.

    Who is Adam Weitsman?

    Adam Weitsman is the CEO of a company called Upstate Shredding which does scrap metal processing. There is apparently a lot of money in scrap metal processing, because Weitsman is recognized as a billionaire.

    Though he also has other ventures, including Krebs restaurant, an 1899 establishment he purchased in 2010, and Viridium LLC, a crypto mining company he founded.

    He appears to be a big fan of WWE, as Weitsman was also in attendance for Night 1 of WrestleMania 42. He posted a video of iShowSpeed’s big dive in the opening match of the PPV on his socials:

    Both Michin and B-Fab got involved in the Women’s Championship match, leaving Ripley at a disadvantage. This was until IYO SKY made an appearance to save her tag team partner from defeat. After SKY took out Jade’s associates, Rhea hit Riptide on Cargill for the victory.

  • Rhea Ripley Defeats Jade Cargill at WrestleMania 42 to Win Women’s Title

    Rhea Ripley Defeats Jade Cargill at WrestleMania 42 to Win Women’s Title

    Rhea Ripley is the new WWE Women’s Champion. The Eradicator defeated Jade Cargill on Night 2 of WrestleMania 42 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, hitting the Riptide for the pinfall to end Cargill’s reign that had stretched past 165 days.

    The finish came after Cargill’s allies Mia Yim and B-Fab tried to swing the match in the champion’s favor, only for IYO SKY to sprint down and even the odds. With the interference cleared, Ripley connected with the Riptide and pinned Cargill clean to capture the title.

    RHIYO Pays Off at WrestleMania

    The result delivers the payoff WWE had been building since early April, when Ripley brought SKY over to SmackDown as her backup plan against the numbers game. Cargill described the trio as “allies of convenience” rather than a stable in the lead-up to the event, and that loose alliance proved unable to hold up under WrestleMania pressure.

    Ripley and SKY celebrated in the ring together after the bell. The RHIYO reunion has been one of the most over moments in the women’s division this year, though the heavy emphasis WWE has placed on the friendship has fans bracing for an eventual turn between the two.

    How the Match Played Out

    Cargill controlled the early exchanges with her power game, dropping Ripley with a shoulder block, bodyslam, and a Ripcord superkick into a facebuster. Ripley fired back with a dropkick that sent the champion to the floor, but Cargill answered with a snap scoop powerslam and a Blue Thunder Driver that nearly ended it.

    The two traded strikes from their knees in a heated exchange before Ripley connected with an enzuigiri and a spinebuster for a near fall. After the interference attempt was neutralized by SKY, Ripley landed the Riptide for the three count.

    Ripley Captures Title for First Time Since 2025

    The win marks Ripley’s first singles title reign since March 2025. She earned the WrestleMania shot by winning the Women’s Elimination Chamber on February 28 in Chicago, outlasting Alexa Bliss, Kiana James, Asuka, Tiffany Stratton, and Raquel Rodriguez.

    For Cargill, the loss ends a championship run that began on the November 1, 2025 edition of Saturday Night’s Main Event when she defeated Tiffany Stratton. She had not suffered a one-on-one defeat in roughly seven months heading into the match.

    What’s Next for SmackDown’s Women’s Division

    Ripley now leads the SmackDown women’s division as champion with SKY still primarily aligned with Raw. Tiffany Stratton remains a looming presence on the blue brand, and Cargill is expected to invoke her rematch clause.

    WrestleMania 42 streamed live on Peacock and ESPN from Allegiant Stadium across both nights of April 18 and 19. Full coverage of Night 1 results is available here.

  • Rhea Ripley Reveals Violent Moment That Got Her Into Wrestling

    Rhea Ripley Reveals Violent Moment That Got Her Into Wrestling

    Rhea Ripley has revealed the WWE moment that got her into wrestling.

    The Mami started her wrestling journey very early, making her in-ring debut at the age of 16 in 2013. After a successful run in the Australian indie scene, she also did a tour of Japan before finally signing with WWE.

    Byron Saxton interviewed the former Women’s Champion as part of the WrestleMania 42 Priority Pass Kickoff event. She was asked about dealing with distractions, advice for NXT kids and more during the session.

    Rhea Ripley’s Violent Wrestling Origin

    When asked where her love for wrestling began, Rhea Ripley noted that she was always a violent child growing up. She then recalled her first exposure to wrestling, which was an extreme moment involving the WWE CCO Triple H and Ric Flair:

    “So, I was always a brutal kid, as you know. Saxton, you know me. I’ve always been a brutal kid, and I loved watching WWE growing up. I absolutely loved it. The first thing that I had ever seen from WWE, my friend showed me,

    And it was a video of my boss, Triple H, shoving a screwdriver in Ric Flair’s head. And it was from then on there I was like, ‘Yo, I really like this wrestling thing. This is really cool. I kind of like wanna continue watching this, and I might wanna try this later on.’”

    The screwdriver spot came during the 2005 Survivor Series PPV where The Game faced The Nature Boy in a Last Man Standing match. Triple H went on to win the match after taking Flair out with a sledgehammer.

  • Nick Khan Names Rhea Ripley as WWE’s Future Top Star Ahead of WrestleMania 42

    Nick Khan Names Rhea Ripley as WWE’s Future Top Star Ahead of WrestleMania 42

    WWE President Nick Khan believes former Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley will be one of the faces of the company in the coming years.

    Speaking on The Bill Simmons Podcast before WrestleMania 42, Khan named ‘The Eradicator’ as his top pick to be WWE’s biggest star in 2033.

    “I think there’s a shot for a couple people, I think. Keep in mind Rhea is in her late 20s, Rhea Ripley. She’s amazing. She has a chance. She’s already up there.”

    Last year, Ripley helped steal the show at WrestleMania 41. She competed in a triple threat with IYO SKY and Bianca Belair that earned widespread praise from fans and critics.

    Khan’s Vision for WWE’s Future Stars

    Khan also listed Logan Paul, Bron Breakker, Oba Femi, and Trick Williams as options for WWE’s top star in 2033. He highlighted the importance of letting young talent develop at their own pace.

    “I’m high on Logan Paul. He’s good, dude. And by the way, he puts in the work,” Khan said. “I’m high on Bron. We cannot rush it, though. Gotta sort of let him develop at his own pace.”

    Khan praised Trick Williams for being authentic and understanding the media. He looks for wrestlers whose inner voice matches their outer voice.

    “I always look for people whose inner voice matches their outer voice. I look for that in wrestlers. I look for it in political people,” Khan explained. “Trick Williams is Trick Williams. So I like that.”

    Rhea Ripley enters her seventh WrestleMania this weekend in one of the top matches on night two. She challenges Jade Cargill for the WWE Women’s Championship on Sunday.

  • Rhea Ripley Addresses Steroid Accusations Ahead of WrestleMania 42

    Rhea Ripley Addresses Steroid Accusations Ahead of WrestleMania 42

    Rhea Ripley recently revealed she has been battling an eating disorder and directly addressed accusations that she has used steroids.

    During an appearance on the Pod Meets World podcast,’The Eradicator’ opened up about her mental health struggles. Ripley explained why she decided to publicly discuss her eating disorder after initially keeping it private. The former Women’s World Champ said she wants to help others who may be going through similar struggles.

    “I tried to keep the whole eating disorder quiet for a while because I’m still figuring it out. I try to be as vocal with my struggles as possible because if it’s going to help someone, then why not talk about it?”

    She added:

    “I needed that when I was going through stuff as a kid. If I knew my idols were going through these struggles and they are powering through and being amazing, and I look up to them and think they are strong and larger than life, then I can get through it too.”

    Steroid Accusations

    The former Women’s World Champion directly responded to online speculation about her physique and recent weight loss. She confirmed that WWE superstars are regularly tested and denied using performance-enhancing drugs.

    “I saw so many things. ‘She had to lose weight because of her back pain.’ ‘She’s off the roids.’ We get tested. I’m not on anything.”

    Ripley attributed her eating disorder to stress and her need for control. She cited multiple factors including her work schedule, crowd reactions during the Australian tour, and personal issues with a former friend.

    Mental Health and Social Media Struggles

    Rhea Ripley further described the difficulty of managing her mental health while dealing with constant negativity on social media. She said X (formerly Twitter) has become particularly challenging as a work environment.

    “It’s hard going on and trying to make it a work environment, but then, because it is a work environment, I get all these things coming up on my For You page. As soon as I click on the app, it’s negative towards me,” Ripley explained.

    “I can’t even escape it or doomscroll like a normal human without seeing things about me, about my body, about my booking, about me as a human, even though they don’t know who the hell I am.”

    Ripley credited her support system for helping her through difficult periods. She specifically mentioned her husband Buddy Matthews, her dogs, and her friend Tommy as her strong points who provide a positive environment.

    Rhea Ripley will challenge Jade Cargill for the Women’s Championship at WrestleMania 42 Night 2 on April 19.

  • Rhea Ripley Reveals She’s Battling a Disorder Before WrestleMania 42

    Rhea Ripley Reveals She’s Battling a Disorder Before WrestleMania 42

    Former Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley recently revealed that she is dealing with an eating disorder after weeks of online speculation about her weight loss. ‘The Eradicator’ addressed the rumors directly in an Instagram comment, shutting down theories about back pain and changes to training.

    Fitness influencer M.K. Angeletti posted a video on Instagram comparing Ripley’s previous muscular physique to her current leaner appearance. The post sparked widespread discussion among fans, with some claiming she lost weight due to back pain from muscle mass, while others questioned whether her presence as a performer had been affected.

    Angeletti defended Ripley’s physique in the video, explaining she had retained her muscle mass and only lost body fat.

    Ripley Shuts Down False Rumors

    But Ripley’s response in the comments revealed the real story behind her weight loss.

    “Just a little eating disorder that I’m actively trying to handle,” Ripley wrote.

    The comment clarified that her weight loss was not related to back pain or a deliberate change in training. Ripley has previously addressed false claims on social media, including shutting down rumors that she discussed her weight loss in an interview.

    Ripley has faced criticism about her physique throughout her career. She has pointed out in the past that she was criticized for being “too muscular,” and now faces criticism for being “too skinny.” Following her Instagram comment, fans and wrestling professionals expressed support for the WWE star.

    Rhea Ripley is set to challenge Jade Cargill for the WWE Women’s Championship at WrestleMania 42.

  • Rhea Ripley Breaks Silence On Drake’s ‘Muse’ Remark

    Rhea Ripley Breaks Silence On Drake’s ‘Muse’ Remark

    Former Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley recently responded to Drake calling her his muse.

    During a recent appearance on Complex Sneaker Shopping, ‘The Eradicator’ discussed the surreal experience of mainstream celebrities recognizing WWE talent.

    Ripley first addressed rapper Lil Yachty’s praise after he appeared at ringside on Raw several months ago. The former Women’s World Champion expressed amazement at WWE’s mainstream crossover appeal.

    “It’s wild. It’s so wild to see how so many names here in the WWE have crossed that wrestling line and made it mainstream. And now, people know us. Like, rappers know us, basketball players know us, football players, they know us,” Ripley said.

    Drake’s Praise and Backstage Meeting

    The conversation turned to Drake, who recently revealed during an interview that his Instagram For You Page is filled with Ripley content. The Canadian rapper called the WWE superstar his muse.

    Ripley recalled her first encounter with Drake backstage at Elimination Chamber 2025. She described the moment as surreal when the rapper appeared in the gorilla position.

    “I remember meeting Drake for the first time, and we were in gorilla, and he just snuck in. Just seeing him in person, I was like, ‘Damn, that’s Drake!’ That’s wild, and then to hear him pretty much put me over as his muse, it’s just…” Ripley said.

    Ripley will challenge Jade Cargill for the WWE Women’s Championship at WrestleMania 42 Night 2.

  • Rhea Ripley Breaks Silence After Being Hospitalized Before WrestleMania 42

    Rhea Ripley Breaks Silence After Being Hospitalized Before WrestleMania 42

    Rhea Ripley was recently hospitalized just weeks before her scheduled Women’s Title match against Jade Cargill at WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas.

    Ripley’s husband, Buddy Matthews, shared an image on his Instagram Stories showing Ripley in a hospital bed. The photo featured the ‘Wasted’ graphic from Grand Theft Auto V overlaid on the image.

    Matthews did not provide additional details about the hospitalization. However, Ripley was wearing a hospital bracelet in the photo, indicating she was admitted as an inpatient.

    Rhea Ripley soon took to her social media and posted a picture with the caption:

    “Nice little detour to the emergency room for me today.”

    GRAPHIC WARNING:

    WrestleMania 42 Title Match Status

    The hospitalization comes at a critical time for Ripley, who is set to challenge Cargill for the Women’s Title at WrestleMania 42.

    Ripley earned the championship opportunity by winning the 2026 Women’s Elimination Chamber match. Cargill has held the Women’s Title since November 2025.

  • Rhea Ripley Wants Annual Women’s WWE PLE

    Rhea Ripley Wants Annual Women’s WWE PLE

    Rhea Ripley has called out WWE for the lengthy gap between its all-women’s pay-per-view events. The company waited nearly seven years between the first Evolution in 2018 and Evolution 2 in 2025.

    During an appearance on the Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg Show, Ripley expressed frustration over the extended wait. She believes the women’s roster proved their value at the recent event.

    “We had to wait, what was it, eight years for the Evolution 2, which was a wild thing,” Ripley said. “I feel like after Evolution 2, which is an all-women’s pay-per-view, I feel like we went out there and we showed everyone exactly what we can do.”

    The WWE star hopes the company won’t make fans wait as long for Evolution 3. She wants the event to become a yearly tradition.

    “I’m hoping that it takes less time now for Evolution 3. I really hope that everyone watched that and went, ‘Wow, like this needs to be a yearly thing,’” Ripley stated.

    Ripley’s Evolution History

    Ripley worked the dark match at the 2018 Evolution event, where she retained the NXT UK Women’s Championship against Dakota Kai. At the 2025 event, she headlined alongside Women’s World Champion IYO SKY.

    Neither Ripley nor SKY left the 2025 event with the title. Naomi cashed in her Money in the Bank contract during the main event to capture the Women’s World Championship.

  • Liv Morgan Calls Rhea Ripley Batman to Her Joker

    Liv Morgan Calls Rhea Ripley Batman to Her Joker

    Liv Morgan has opened up about her complex relationship with Rhea Ripley, describing their dynamic as a Batman and Joker situation. Speaking with Esteban Ramirez in a recent interview, Morgan reflected on the multi-year rivalry that has defined both women’s careers.

    The history between Morgan and Ripley dates back to their time in the Performance Center. Morgan recalled seeing Ripley and immediately recognizing her star potential, even leaving her locker to Ripley when she was called up to the main roster.

    “You know, Rhea and I have like quite a bit of lore. Like I remember back in the Performance Center, like when I saw her, I knew that she was going to be a star,” Morgan said. “It was just very evident to me, and so when I had gotten called up to the main roster, I had left Rhea in my locker. I told her, ‘you can have my locker. You can move your stuff into my locker.’ She didn’t even have a locker yet.”

    From Tag Team Partners to Bitter Rivals

    The pair eventually formed a tag team on the main roster, showcasing strong chemistry. However, their partnership ended when Ripley turned on Morgan around WrestleMania 38, joining the original Judgment Day faction and injuring her former partner.

    Morgan launched her Liv Morgan Revenge Tour upon returning, systematically targeting everything Ripley held dear. She successfully captured Dominik Mysterio’s affections, took control of the Judgment Day, and won the Women’s World Championship.

    “So I feel like we are both like the heroes and villains in each other’s stories. You know, like she is the Batman to my Joker and I am the villain in her hero story and she’s the villain in my hero story,” Morgan explained.

    The Batman-Joker comparison is a storytelling analogy that wrestling fans will appreciate: both superstars view themselves as protagonists in their own narratives while serving as antagonists in each other’s stories.

    At WrestleMania 42 (April 18–19 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas), Liv Morgan will challenge Stephanie Vaquer for the Women’s World Championship after winning the 2026 Women’s Royal Rumble, while Rhea Ripley will face Jade Cargill for the WWE Women’s Championship after earning her spot by winning the Women’s Elimination Chamber.

  • Rhea Ripley On Massive Expectations For WrestleMania 42 Match: ‘So Much Pressure’

    Rhea Ripley On Massive Expectations For WrestleMania 42 Match: ‘So Much Pressure’

    Rhea Ripley recently acknowledged the mounting pressure surrounding her upcoming Women’s title match against Jade Cargill at WrestleMania 42.

    Speaking on The Ebro, Laura & Rosenberg Show, ‘The Eradicator’ addressed the high expectations fans have for the highly anticipated bout. With fans discussing this matchup for months, she recognizes the spotlight will be intense before the bell even rings.

    “I do. I do. I definitely do. I feel like this is a match that a lot of people have wanted for a long time, especially at WrestleMania. There’s already so much pressure going into that day and into that match.”

    Living Up to Past WrestleMania Performances

    The pressure extends beyond this year’s match. Ripley explained that her previous WrestleMania performances create an additional challenge, as she constantly feels the need to match or exceed what she accomplished before.

    “And then also going off of last year, it was the same at WrestleMania 39 when I faced Charlotte. Then going into WrestleMania 40, I was like, I have to do just as well as I did the year before. Like I really have to.”

    Responsibility to Elevate Jade Cargill

    Ripley said facing Cargill adds another dimension to the pressure. With Cargill still building her in-ring experience compared to other talents, the former World Champ feels a responsibility to help deliver the caliber of match fans expect.

    “But now stepping in with someone that has only had limited experience within the wrestling industry compared to a lot of people on the show, I do have that pressure to kind of uplift her and bring her to a different level so we can go out there and we can make magic just like everyone expects from us.

    WrestleMania 42 takes place on April 18 and 19 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

  • Rhea Ripley Reveals Unexpected Benefit of Not Being Champion Before WrestleMania 42

    Rhea Ripley Reveals Unexpected Benefit of Not Being Champion Before WrestleMania 42

    Former Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley is set to compete in a title match at WrestleMania 42, marking her seventh consecutive year wrestling for a championship at WWE’s biggest event. Despite the pattern, ‘The Eradicator’ said she doesn’t need a title to validate her status in WWE.

    Speaking on the Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg Show podcast, Ripley discussed the practical advantages of not carrying championship gold. She noted that traveling without a title makes airport security easier, as TSA agents don’t need to inspect the belt in her luggage.

    “I feel like it’s easier to go through TSA. They don’t want to open your bag just to see your title… I don’t know. I feel like kind of naked in a way without it.”

    Rhea Ripley on Her Status Without Gold

    The Australian superstar explained that her connection with fans transcends championship status. She highlighted that her presence alone generates a strong reaction from the audience.

    “I don’t mind not having a title because I still feel like every time I walk through the curtain and walk onto the stage in front of everyone, I feel like a champion. I feel like I don’t need a title to represent how dominant I am in the WWE.”

    Her upcoming WrestleMania 42 appearance will extend her streak of competing in title matches at the event, a run that began at WrestleMania 36 in 2020. She is set to challenge Jade Cargill for the Women’s Championship at WrestleMania 42.

  • Rhiyo Reunites On SmackDown

    Rhiyo Reunites On SmackDown

    RHIYO is back together.

    Tonight’s episode of SmackDown featured a singles match between Rhea Ripley and Mia Yim. This came after Yim and B-FAB joined forces with the Women’s Champion Jade Cargill to take on The Mami a couple of weeks ago.

    Michin tried her best to take out the former Judgment Day star, hitting her with moves like Frankensteiner and Sole Food. Ripley refused to stay down, however, and in the end, she won the match after locking her opponent in the Prism Trap submission.

    B-FAB tried to attack Rhea as the bell rang, but the former champion was able to cut her off with a headbutt. Jade Cargill then got on the apron, but it was Mia Yim who got the first shot at Mami.

    The Women’s Champion finally entered the ring and positioned her WrestleMania opponent for the Jaded finisher. Before she could execute the move, however, IYO SKY’s music hit.

    Cargill quickly retreated as SKY hit the ring. Rhea Ripley then also recovered and the former Women’s Tag Champions then took out B-FAB and Mia Yim with dual dropkicks.

    IYO SKY is not booked for a match at WrestleMania 42 and after tonight’s events, it seems likely that she will accompany Rhea Ripley for her title match at the Show of Shows.

  • New Faction Formed On SmackDown

    New Faction Formed On SmackDown

    A new faction has been formed.

    Tonight’s episode of SmackDown featured another heated confrontation between The Women’s Champion Jade Cargill and her WrestleMania challenger, Rhea Ripley.

    The two talked about their upcoming title match and Jade told her opponent that she needed the title and wrestling to be somebody. The Mami replied by saying she does need the championship because she has sacrificed everything to get to where she is.

    Cargill tried to bring IYO SKY into the conversation next, but Ripley stopped her. The former Judgment Day star then offered Jade the first shot, but the Women’s Champion chose to walk away, or so it seemed.

    The duo of B-FAB and ‘Michin’ Mia Yim, who have been feuding with the former AEW star made their entrance as Jade was walking up the ramp. They backed her up towards the ringside, and at first, it seemed like the tag team will attack the Women’s Champion.

    Jade Cargill’s expression then changed, however, and B-FAB and Yim surrounded the ring instead. They attacked Ripley from both sides, allowing the champ to hit a superkick and Jaded on Rhea to end the segment.

  • Backstage News On Rhea Ripley And Jade Cargill Exchange

    WWE is happy with the buzz for Rhea Ripley and Jade Cargill.

    The Twitter exchange that started with the Women\’s Champion reacting to The Mami\’s Elimination Chamber victory quickly took a sharp turn after Cargill said that Ripley spent hours talking to the creative. This prompted a number of female stars to speak up in support of Rhea and made people wonder about Jade\’s standing in the company.

    Fightful Select recently provided an update on the whole thing, noting that the comments started as a work but took a \’more serious turn\’ when the Women\’s Champ brought up creative. On the belief that the exchange was all part of the story, a creative team member said that bringing them up undermines the point of their feud.

    There is no news of heat from the management for any of the involved parties, and no concerns about the two working together. The higher-ups were said to be happy about the buzz generated by the online beef and the feeling that the two women legitimately disliked one another.

    Sources close to Jade Cargill dismissed the situation as not being a big deal. Though the locker room has also taken note of the fact that Tiffany Stratton, Michin and B-Fab all suffered injuries after wrestling the former AEW star.

    Rhea Ripley on this week\’s Raw, confirmed that her tag team with IYO SKY was going on a break as she pursued the Women\’s title. She also announced an appearance on this Friday\’s SmackDown for a confrontation with her WrestleMania opponent.

  • Rhea Ripley, Jade Cargill Exchange Insults on X

    Rhea Ripley and Jade Cargill (c) didn\’t wait long to start talking trash ahead of their WWE Women\’s Championship match at WrestleMania 42. The two erupted into a heated exchange on X on Sunday, and it got personal fast.

    It started with Ripley firing the opening shot, posting: \”All you seem to do is talk… And that\’s literally it.\” Cargill fired back quickly, taking aim at Ripley\’s standing backstage: \”Talk??? Like the hours you spend talking to creative?\”

    Ripley wasn\’t having it, responding with a blunt rebuke: \”You\’re funny… That\’s funny… Now we know you really do be talking out of your ass because everything you say is bullshit. Don\’t spread lies on my name you dumb B.\” Cargill closed it out with a simple: \”Hit dogs will holler. Holla holla holla ?\”

    The WrestleMania 42 Stakes

    The bad blood comes less than 24 hours after Ripley punched her ticket to Las Vegas. Ripley won the Women\’s Elimination Chamber match at Saturday\’s PLE in Chicago, last eliminating Tiffany Stratton with the Riptide to earn the title shot.

    Cargill has held the WWE Women\’s Championship since defeating Stratton at November\’s Saturday Night\’s Main Event. Ripley enters as the biggest challenge of Cargill\’s title reign, and Sunday\’s social media exchange suggests the tension between them is already very real.

    Notably, Cargill\’s \”creative\” jab implies Ripley benefits from preferential backstage treatment — a claim that is sure to fuel fan debate heading into WrestleMania season. Ripley denied it flatly, and Cargill\’s parting shot suggests she\’s not backing down.

    A First-Time-Ever WrestleMania Clash

    Despite both women being cornerstones of WWE\’s women\’s division in recent years, Cargill vs. Ripley is a first-time-ever singles match. The two have never crossed paths in a one-on-one setting since Cargill\’s WWE debut at the 2024 Royal Rumble.

    Ripley is 3-1 in previous WrestleMania world championship matches, while this will be the most high-profile title defense of Cargill\’s reign. WrestleMania 42 takes place April 18-19 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, streaming on ESPN Unlimited domestically and Netflix internationally.

  • Rhea Ripley Breaks Silence After Tag Title Loss

    Rhea Ripley has reacted to her SmackDown loss.

    The latest episode of the Blue Branded show saw The Mami and her partner IYO SKY putting the tag team titles on the line against Nia Jax and Lash Legend. Legend picked up a surprise victory for her team in the match, pinning The Eradicator in the process of becoming the new tag team champions.

    The former Women\’s Champion broke her silence after the show with a short social media post where Rhea Ripley apologized to SKY for the loss. Her partner quickly responded, telling her not to say sorry:

    Rhiyo won the tag team titles by defeating the Kabuki Warriors during the Raw Netflix anniversary special earlier this year. The loss to The Irresistible Forces ends their reign at 54 days.

    The Mami is scheduled to take part in the Women\’s Elimination Chamber match tomorrow night alongside names such as Raquel Rodriguez, Alexa Bliss, Asuka, Kiana James, and Tiffany Stratton. The winner of the match will go on to challenge Jade Cargill for the Women\’s title at WrestleMania 42.

    Rhea is unlikely to be kept off the Mania card, so she is one of the favorites to win the cage match. Where that leaves her tag team partner is something we will have to see.

  • IYO SKY on Rhea Ripley: We Weren\’t Friends in NXT

    IYO SKY sat down with Denise Salcedo at the WWE 2K26 Creator Fest at WWE Headquarters, and the WWE Women\’s Tag Team Champion delivered one of the more candid and heartfelt interviews of the event.

    The biggest moment came when Salcedo asked about her championship partnership with Rhea Ripley — and Iyo put the full arc of their relationship into perspective.

    \”That\’s so heartwarming to me because we were growing up — when we were in NXT, we were always wrestling each other. We were growing up [together]. But we were not friends at NXT. But now we are [together] on Raw, and we are finally best friends, and we made so much history and we are creating history as well — wrestling together, teamed up together. We are making great chemistry.\”

    The two captured the WWE Women\’s Tag Team Championships in January, and the pairing — known as Rhiyo — has since become one of the more compelling stories in the women\’s division.

    They\’ve been defending the titles against Giulia and Kiana James heading into Elimination Chamber, with Ripley also competing in the Chamber match itself.

    Still Pinching Herself

    For all her championship success, Iyo\’s dominant emotional note throughout the interview was genuine disbelief at where her career has taken her.

    \”Sometimes I\’m in Gorilla, or in the backstage, and I\’m talking with WWE Superstars — like Triple H, like Rey Mysterio — I say hello, I can even hug them. So I feel like I\’m dreaming, because I still cannot believe I\’m here sometimes. But it\’s real, and I\’m so much enjoying this life.\”

    She also made her intentions clear heading into WrestleMania season.

    \”WrestleMania 42. Only two months left. I cannot believe it. Of course, I want to be there. I want to go to the WrestleMania ring. Of course.\”

    And when asked what she does to unwind outside of wrestling? No hesitation:

    \”I like cats. I\’m a big cat person. I want to snuggle with cats — and cats make me so happy. Sleeping on the bed with a cat is the best thing.\”

    When Salcedo offered one word — \”Therapy?\” — Iyo laughed and agreed.