Following a tense Rhea Ripley WWE confrontation on Monday Night RAW, former WWE Women’s Champion Asuka took to social media to taunt Ripley and IYO SKY. The two teams are set for a tag team match at the upcoming Crown Jewel Premium Live Event in Perth, intensifying their rivalry ahead of the big showdown.
On the September 29 episode of RAW, Asuka used her signature blue mist on IYO SKY, replicating what she had done the previous week to The Eradicator. The Kabuki Warriors, featuring Asuka and Kairi Sane, once again came out on top against Ripley and SKY during the broadcast. Despite their clashes, Ripley and SKY recently agreed to team up to face The Kabuki Warriors at Crown Jewel, joining forces after weeks of tension.
Asuka’s Instagram post amplified the rivalry by humorously editing a backstage photo of Ripley and SKY, adding Smurf hats to imply that her blue mist had transformed them into the blue-skinned Smurfs, known for their distinctive white hats. This playful yet pointed jab added fuel to their feud as the Crown Jewel event approaches.
Industry Veteran Applauds WWE’s Storytelling in the Ongoing Feud
Matt Morgan, a wrestling veteran and Deputy Mayor of Longwood, Florida, expressed admiration for the storyline involving The Kabuki Warriors, Rhea Ripley, and IYO SKY. On the Massive Heat podcast, Morgan noted that presenting IYO SKY as a vulnerable, sympathetic figure battling against her former stablemate made her a fan favorite.
Morgan highlighted the crowd’s reaction when SKY intervened to protect Ripley at the start of the RAW show, describing it as the loudest support SKY has ever received in WWE. He praised the creative team for portraying SKY as a babyface facing off against the heel character Asuka, who is shown manipulating Kairi Sane as part of the narrative.
The veteran stated,
“Whoever wrote this storyline did a great job,”
emphasizing the effective character development and audience engagement throughout the feud. This comment shed light on the increasing popularity of the characters involved and their complex dynamics.
Upcoming WWE Crown Jewel Tag Team Match Stakes
The imminent tag team match at WWE Crown Jewel will see the alliance of Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY facing The Kabuki Warriors, consisting of Asuka and Kairi Sane. This bout in Perth carries significant weight, as both teams aim to assert dominance in a storyline layered with betrayal, manipulation, and unexpected partnerships.
The evolving storyline not only showcases strong character arcs but also sets the stage for an intense and highly anticipated match. Fans and analysts alike are watching closely to see which side will claim victory and how this confrontation will influence WWE’s women’s division moving forward.
