25-year-old wants first-time-ever match against Rhea Ripley in WWE (Exclusive)
Rhea Ripley has become one of the most popular WWE Superstars since joining forces with The Judgment Day in 2022. In an exclusive interview, Tiffany Stratton named Ripley as someone she wanted to share the ring with one day.
In February, Stratton moved to the main roster after cementing her status as a future star in the NXT developmental system. The 25-year-old is assigned to the SmackDown brand and recently qualified for her first Women's Money in the Bank Ladder Match.
Speaking to Sportskeeda Wrestling's, Emily Mae, Stratton immediately mentioned Ripley when asked about potential future opponents. She also made it clear she wanted to face Liv Morgan again after previously defeating her on the February 16 episode of SmackDown.
"I wanna face Rhea Ripley," Stratton said. "Rhea Ripley is my [dream opponent]. I would say my number two, Rhea Ripley when she comes back and when she's healthy [is number one], and Liv Morgan [is number two]." [1:14 – 1:24]
Stratton's real-life boyfriend Ludwig Kaiser has recently broken out as a singles competitor after performing in a tag team with Giovanni Vinci for several years. Watch the video above to hear more from the former NXT Women's Champion about her partner's character progression.
When could Tiffany Stratton face Rhea Ripley?
Realistically, a singles match between the two is unlikely to happen soon due to the fact they appear on different brands.
Chelsea Green, IYO SKY, Lyra Valkyria, Naomi, Tiffany Stratton, and Zoey Stark will compete in the 2024 Women's Money in the Bank Ladder Match. The winner will earn the right to challenge for a world title of their choosing at any time within the next year.
SmackDown's Stratton could potentially cash in on RAW's Ripley if The Eradicator recaptures the Women's World Championship from Liv Morgan. Ripley is currently sidelined with a shoulder injury. However, she looks certain to challenge Morgan for the title when she returns.
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