Jade Cargill won the WWE Women’s Championship last November by defeating Tiffany Stratton on Saturday Night’s Main Event, cementing her status as the top heel in SmackDown’s women’s division. Despite this strong start, many fans and critics believe that Triple H and his creative team have undermined Cargill’s momentum during her reign, negatively impacting her position as champion.
Absence of Significant Rivalries or High-Profile Matches
Although Jade Cargill has held the title for over two months, she has yet to engage in any major storyline feuds. Instead, her appearances have mostly consisted of filler matches and segments, which has resulted in a lackluster title run that fails to captivate the audience. This absence of compelling rivalries weakens her identity as a dominant champion on the blue brand.
Limited Title Defenses Diminish Championship Prestige
Beyond the lack of feuds, Cargill has scarcely defended her title at main WWE events, with most defenses occurring only at live house shows. These minimal high-profile defenses have contributed to eroding the value of her championship reign and left fans questioning the creative direction behind her character. Many expected Triple H’s team to build a memorable tenure for the former AEW star, but the effort has fallen short.
Repetitive Booking Hampers Character Development
Cargill’s weekly appearances tend to follow a monotonous pattern: delivering promos, confronting new challengers, and repeatedly asserting, “I’m that bi**ch.” This formulaic booking has grown stale for the audience and critics alike, who believe that her vibrant social media presence should be translated into more dynamic and meaningful television storytelling with the support of WWE’s creative staff.
Injury to Michin Leaves Title Scene Unresolved
One of Cargill’s anticipated rivalries was supposed to be with Michin, who showed promise as a strong contender before suffering an injury at a live event. Despite this setback, Triple H has yet to establish a clear replacement or challenger to fill Michin’s spot. While NXT newcomer Jordynne Grace has been rumored to take on that role, nothing has been officially announced, leaving the championship picture unsettled.
Implications for Jade Cargill’s Championship Legacy
The lack of compelling storylines, infrequent title defenses, and unresolved rivalries have combined to make Jade Cargill’s WWE Women’s Championship reign feel forgettable. This approach risks stalling her career momentum and wasting the potential of a star who generated significant buzz upon her arrival. Moving forward, WWE’s creative team must make decisive booking choices to restore prestige to Cargill’s reign and reclaim fan interest in the SmackDown women’s division.
