“A mania match wasted”- Wrestling fans disappointed after Rhea Ripley hands 34-year-old star world title shot ahead of WrestleMania
Rhea Ripley gives a title opportunity to a top star after she faced a heartbreaking loss on Raw last week.
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Rhea Ripley continues her dominant reign as Women’s World Champion on Raw, marching toward WrestleMania 41. While she is most likely set to face the winner of the Women’s Elimination Chamber match in Las Vegas this April, Mami has decided to settle unfinished business first. Following last week’s chaos on Raw, she has officially offered a title shot to the immensely talented Iyo Sky.
During last week’s Raw, Ripley inadvertently cost Sky her chance to qualify for the Elimination Chamber. In response, The Eradicator extended an opportunity to the Japanese star, offering her a shot at the Women’s World Championship on the Raw after Elimination Chamber. Ripley expressed her desire to test herself against the very best version of The Genius of the Sky just a month before WrestleMania 41.
Earlier, many believed that Ripley and Iyo Sky were on a collision course for WrestleMania 41. However, it now appears that Triple H has opted to move this blockbuster showdown forward, scheduling it before The Show of Shows. This decision suggests that WWE has different plans for both women as they head toward Las Vegas.
Rhea Ripley gives IYO SKY a match for the Women’s World Championship on…the RAW after Elimination Chamber in 3 weeks.#RawOnNetflix #WWERAW pic.twitter.com/9Pe4hBYmez
— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) February 11, 2025
Notably, this will mark the first time Ripley and Sky face off on the main roster, following their respective successes within the company. However, The Genius of the Sky has been enduring a string of losses on the main roster currently. As a result, it will be interesting to see how she prepares for such a huge match amid her derailed momentum.
WWE Universe reacts to Rhea Ripley offering a title shot to Iyo Sky ahead of WrestleMania
The WWE Universe was left baffled by the decision to book a blockbuster match between Iyo Sky and Rhea Ripley on a random episode of Raw rather than saving it for WrestleMania. Fans took to social media to voice their frustration, calling it a wasted opportunity for a marquee WrestleMania-worthy showdown.
Many also argued that it was an injustice to Sky’s talent, believing she deserves a high-profile spotlight on The Grandest Stage of Them All. From the wide spectrum of views, here are the top reactions of the fans on X:
A mania match wasted
— Sara Marshall (@smarshxo) February 11, 2025
Triple H fumbled the biggest match in the women's division.
— A L L D A Y 🚀 (@AllDAYZ77) February 11, 2025
We really getting Rhea Ripley vs. Liv Morgan again at Wrestlemania 41, aren't we?
— Marc (@RealistMarc) February 11, 2025
Iyo Sky, midcard for life
— Marc (@RealistMarc) February 11, 2025
Iyo will lose in great fashion
— Wrestle_4_Real Podcast (@Wrestle_4_Real) February 11, 2025
If it's on a Raw give them a whole hour I don't care
— CrispyWrestling (@CrispyWrestlin) February 11, 2025
Given not earned lol
— Degenerately Responsible (@DegenDave305) February 11, 2025
Some fans saw a silver lining, suggesting Sky and Ripley deserve an extended spotlight on Raw. Others speculated this match could set the stage for Ripley vs. Bianca Belair, a long-awaited dream match. With WrestleMania 41 approaching, WWE’s booking decisions will be crucial. This bout could shape a compelling road to The Show of Shows.
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