Published by: Sourav Kumar
Updated on: Sunday, 08 June 2025

Rhea Ripley Warns Champion on WWE SmackDown Before Money in the Bank

Rhea Ripley confronts WWE Women’s Champion on SmackDown before Money in the Bank 2025 ladder match — Rhea Ripley delivers a powerful statement to the WWE Women’s Champion ahead of the Money in the Bank 2025 event. (Credit as : Wrestle Talk)

Just 24 hours before WWE Money in the Bank 2025, tensions exploded on WWE SmackDown, where former Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley made her presence felt in a major way. With the stakes higher than ever, Ripley issued a fierce warning to current WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton, reminding everyone exactly what she’s capable of.

What’s at Stake?

The Money in the Bank Ladder Match is one of WWE’s most iconic opportunities, with the winner receiving a contract to challenge any champion, anytime. Every woman to win the briefcase in WWE history has successfully cashed it in for a title. That includes Stratton, who holds the championship now.

But Stratton’s confidence on SmackDown was cut short when Rhea Ripley’s music hit, and the crowd erupted.

Rhea Ripley Speaks — And Dominates

Ripley didn’t just issue a threat — she backed it up in the ring later in the night. In a six-woman tag team match, Ripley joined forces with Alexa Bliss and Stephanie Vaquer to face Naomi, Roxanne Perez, and Giulia.

The match took a turn when Naomi refused to tag in, abandoning Perez. The result?

Bliss struck first.
Vaquer followed with Eat Defeat.
And Ripley sealed the deal with a devastating Riptide for the pinfall victory.

Money in the Bank 2025—Match Card Highlights

Location: Los Angeles, California
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025

Featured Matches:

Cody Rhodes & Jey Uso vs. John Cena & Logan Paul
Men’s MITB Ladder Match: Andrade vs. Seth Rollins vs. LA Knight vs. Solo Sikoa vs. Penta vs. El Grande Americano
Women’s MITB Ladder Match:
Naomi vs. Giulia vs. Roxanne Perez vs. Alexa Bliss vs. Rhea Ripley vs. Stephanie Vaquer

FAQs

Q1. Who did Rhea Ripley warn on WWE SmackDown?
Ripley warned WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton, showing she’s ready to cash in if she wins MITB.

Q2. Was Rhea Ripley in a match on SmackDown?
Yes, Ripley competed in and won a six-woman tag match alongside Bliss and Vaquer.

Q3. What is the significance of the MITB briefcase?
The MITB winner gets a guaranteed title shot anytime, anywhere. Every woman who’s won it has successfully become champion.

Q4. Who’s competing in the Women’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match 2025?
Naomi, Giulia, Roxanne Perez, Alexa Bliss, Rhea Ripley, and Stephanie Vaquer.

Q5. How can I watch WWE Money in the Bank 2025 live?
The event streams live on Peacock (U.S.) and WWE Network (international) on June 7, 2025.

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