Will Rhea Ripley’s Obsession With Gold Lead to a Shocking Heel Turn?

Speculation mounts as Rhea Ripley’s lingering focus on IYO SKY’s championship suggests a potential alliance shift—and villainous resurgence.

Will Rhea Ripley’s Obsession With Gold Lead to a Shocking Heel Turn?
  • Rhea Ripley's intense focus on IYO SKY's Women’s World Championship hints at a potential betrayal despite their recent tag team victory.
  • Speculation grows that Ripley may turn heel and ally with Roxanne Perez to target SKY's title reign, reigniting her villainous persona.
  • WWE has not confirmed these developments, but Ripley's actions and SKY's underdog status suggest a major shift in the women's division.
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Rhea Ripley’s recent actions have raised eyebrows across the WWE Universe. Despite teaming with Women’s World Champion IYO SKY to defeat Giulia and Roxanne Perez on RAW, Ripley’s unwavering stare at the title belt post-match hinted at unfinished business.

The tension stems from SKY’s improbable championship victory over Ripley at Elimination Chamber 2025, followed by a successful WrestleMania 41 defense. While their current dynamic appears cooperative, Ripley’s history as a dominant heel suggests an impending turn.

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Industry observers note Ripley could realign with Perez—fresh off her split from Giulia—to target SKY’s championship reign. Such a move would reignite Ripley’s villainous persona while positioning SKY as a resilient underdog fan favorite.

WWE has yet to confirm these developments, but Ripley’s calculated in-ring behavior continues fueling speculation about her next career chapter. With Perez now unattached and SKY’s Cinderella run captivating audiences, the women’s division appears poised for a seismic shift.

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Article Author Leonardo Cunha