WWE RAW Women’s Champion Bianca Belair recently shared her feelings of envy towards Rhea Ripley in an interview with Ring The Belle. Ripley has experienced a meteoric rise in WWE, from being part of the faction’s feuds against legends to winning the 2023 Royal Rumble and defeating Charlotte Flair at WrestleMania 39 for the SmackDown Women’s Championship.
Ripley’s Success and Belair’s Jealousy
Belair praised Ripley’s excellent performance in the past 12 months, describing her as being involved in fantastic storylines. However, she confessed her jealousy as Ripley, a Judgment Day member, got the opportunity to work with Belair’s dream opponent, Beth Phoenix. Despite her envy, Belair expressed excitement for Ripley’s WrestleMania match and ongoing success in WWE.
Upcoming Match with Zelina Vega
Rhea Ripley will face a unique challenge when she defends her title against Zelina Vega at Backlash 2023. Vega, a former Queen’s Crown winner, earned the championship opportunity after a discussion with WWE official Adam Pearce. Vega claimed that she would make the best challenger for Ripley’s title, being a hometown favorite in Puerto Rico.
Recent Confrontation on SmackDown
Ripley and Vega recently clashed on SmackDown, with Ripley attempting to blindside Vega. However, Vega countered the attack and managed to escape the ring. The match’s outcome in Puerto Rico remains uncertain, leaving fans eager to witness the showdown between the two WWE superstars.
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