Chelsea Green endured a harsh humiliation on WWE SmackDown during a match against Charlotte Flair, held in Green’s hometown of Montreal. The confrontation erupted when Green interrupted Flair’s birthday celebration for Alexa Bliss, sparking an impromptu challenge that led to a tense and memorable bout. The event captured attention due to its unexpected, humiliating finish, which left Green covered in cake and defeated in front of her home crowd.
Earlier that week, Green appeared on WWE NXT, supporting fellow Canadian Ethan Page during a segment involving Tavion Heights. Heights refused to strike Green but threatened that he would find another woman willing to do so, suggesting the potential for an upcoming mixed tag team match, intensifying Green’s ongoing storylines across <a href="https://cynicaltimes.org/category/wrestling-news/wwe/”>WWE programming.
Details of the Match: From Birthday Celebration Interruption to Devastating Loss
The match on SmackDown featured Chelsea Green challenging Charlotte Flair shortly after interrupting Flair’s gift-giving segment for Alexa Bliss’s birthday. Despite Green’s strong start and competitive edge, the turning point came when she enlisted her Secret Service allies, Alba Fyre and Piper Niven, to bring a birthday cake into the ring. The plan disastrously backfired when Flair reversed Green’s signature move, the Unpretty-Her, driving Green face-first into the cake. Charlotte then applied her Figure Eight leglock submission, forcing Green to tap out and concede defeat.
This outcome not only saw Green lose the match but also leave the ring visibly embarrassed, smeared with cake and defeated in her home country. For the former WWE Women’s US Champion, this night marked a significant and painful setback.
Chelsea Green’s Commitment to Using Her Finishing Move in Historic Title Win
Back in December 2024, Chelsea Green secured her place in WWE history by becoming the inaugural WWE Women’s US Champion at Saturday Night’s Main Event, defeating Michin with her finishing maneuver, the Unpretty-Her. This victory was significant for Green, who expressed her deep personal connection to using her own finishing move rather than adapting to a creative decision.
“I’m not one to argue about finishes or what creative wants for me—I just do it. But every now and then there’s a moment I need to fight for, and the leg drop… that was never gonna happen. I’m not gonna lie, I feel some sort of way about it not being my finish. It feels so weird it not being my move. Because I never win.So to then have this moment that’s gonna go down in history—what? How could I use someone else’s move, not mine? I was always going to use the Unpretty-Her. To think I’d use anything other than my finisher? No way.”
—Chelsea Green, WWE Superstar
Green’s championship reign lasted 131 days before she lost the title to Zelina Vega, but her insistence on winning with her own finisher highlighted her dedication to authenticity in the ring.
Other Notable WWE Updates and Injuries
Beyond Green’s humbling experience, several other WWE storylines and updates have emerged recently. Jade Cargill shared details about an injury sustained last year, confirming that surgery will be needed despite initially avoiding the procedure. This development adds pressure on Cargill’s future in the ring and impacts WWE’s roster plans.
Meanwhile, Brooke Hogan publicly reacted with relief that her father, wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, had not been cremated yet, signaling ongoing personal and emotional moments within WWE’s extended family.
Standout Matches and Upcoming Appearances in WWE
WWE fans have also celebrated the explosive moment at the recent SummerSlam, where Cody Rhodes and John Cena delivered a five-star rated WWE Championship match, marked as a classic in Cena’s SummerSlam legacy. This match has been widely praised for its storytelling and athleticism.
Brock Lesnar’s return at this event was confirmed after WWE’s legal team cleared him from prior restrictions, allowing him to re-enter the spotlight. Additionally, Roman Reigns is scheduled to appear at the upcoming Clash in Paris event, though specifics about his role remain undisclosed.
In other news, CM Punk will headline WWE’s August UK tour, which serves as a lead-up show for Clash in Paris on August 31, attracting fans eager to see top talent live in the United Kingdom.
Personal Rivalries and Future Match Possibilities in WWE and AEW
Dominik Mysterio has expressed interest in facing his father, Rey Mysterio, once again, albeit outside WWE, suggesting a possible shift or crossover in future wrestling narratives. Meanwhile, an AEW star recently underwent surgery following a serious ankle injury, highlighting ongoing health risks faced by professional wrestlers in both major promotions.
