Emotional split with IYO SKY shifts focus to Women’s Championship
Summary
– Rhea Ripley confirmed she is stepping away from tagging with IYO SKY
– Ripley is targeting Jade Cargill and the WWE Women’s Championship
– Confrontation set for SmackDown after heated social media exchange
Rhea Ripley is putting her tag team momentum on hold and locking in on one objective: Jade Cargill’s championship.
During the March 2 episode of WWE RAW, Ripley confirmed she is stepping away from her partnership with IYO SKY to focus entirely on her WWE Women’s Championship match at WrestleMania 42. The announcement followed an emotional backstage segment where Ripley addressed the recent loss of the WWE Women’s Tag Team Titles.
She admitted the defeat still stings, calling it a tough pill to swallow. However, the tone quickly shifted from disappointment to gratitude. Ripley spoke openly about SKY’s importance in her life, describing her as more than a tag partner. She credited SKY with helping her through a dark chapter and made it clear their bond goes beyond championships.
SKY responded with equal respect, praising Ripley’s Elimination Chamber victory and expressing confidence in her path forward as a singles competitor. The moment ended with an embrace, marking not a breakup, but a strategic pause.
Ripley then turned her attention to Jade Cargill. The rivalry has intensified beyond the ring following a heated online exchange. Ripley resurfaced an old comment from Cargill, labeling her a dream opponent. Cargill fired back, dismissing the hype and taking personal shots. Ripley responded with a direct message warning against blurring lines between character and reality.
With emotions high and WrestleMania approaching, Ripley confirmed she is heading to SmackDown to confront Cargill face-to-face. The message is clear. Tag team gold can wait. The Women’s Championship is the priority.
