Rhea Ripley has shared her thoughts following a surprising defeat on the latest episode of SmackDown. In a highly-anticipated match, Ripley and her partner IYO SKY faced off against Nia Jax and Lash Legend for the tag team titles. In an unexpected turn of events, Legend managed to pin Ripley, leading her team to victory and crowning them as the new tag team champions.
Following the match, the former Women’s Champion took to social media to express her regret to SKY for the loss. In a heartening display of camaraderie, SKY quickly reassured Ripley, encouraging her not to apologize.
Ripley and SKY had only recently claimed the tag team titles, triumphing over the Kabuki Warriors during the Raw Netflix anniversary special earlier this year. Their reign was cut short at 54 days with this latest defeat.
Looking ahead, Ripley is set to compete in the Women’s Elimination Chamber match tomorrow night, alongside notable competitors including Raquel Rodriguez, Alexa Bliss, Asuka, Kiana James, and Tiffany Stratton. The stakes are high, as the winner will earn a shot at Jade Cargill for the Women’s title at WrestleMania 42.
With her strong performance history, Ripley is considered one of the frontrunners to emerge victorious from the cage match, making her a significant contender for the WrestleMania card. How this recent loss will affect her partner, IYO SKY, and Ripley’s future remains to be seen. The wrestling community continues to watch with anticipation as these dynamic storylines unfold.