Anticipated Return Could Align with SummerSlam
Summary
– Rhea Ripley has been out with a shoulder injury since April.
– WWE is preparing for her return, possibly by SummerSlam.
– She might initially appear in a non-wrestling role.
Rhea Ripley, one of WWE’s standout stars, has been absent from the ring due to an AC joint injury sustained in a post-WrestleMania attack by Liv Morgan. Despite her absence, Ripley’s influence remains strong within WWE storylines, with frequent mentions by Liv Morgan and the Judgment Day faction.
Due to her injury, Ripley was forced to relinquish her world championship in April. Liv Morgan, the new titleholder, has continued to stir the pot by targeting Dominik Mysterio, creating a tense narrative that keeps Ripley’s name in the conversation.
Though initial reports suggested that Ripley might not be back in time for SummerSlam, recent updates indicate that WWE has crafted plans for her return. These flexible plans allow her to rejoin the storyline even if she isn’t ready to compete physically. Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select reported that WWE is prepared to integrate Ripley back into the fold as soon as she is ready, potentially even in a non-wrestling capacity to keep her presence felt.
Internal discussions have also considered placing Ripley in the world title picture upon her return, which makes sense given her status before the injury. The WWE universe eagerly anticipates her comeback, hoping that Ripley’s recovery will enable her to make a significant impact during one of WWE’s marquee events, SummerSlam.
