Jade Cargill, now the WWE Women’s Champion, has captured attention both inside and outside the ring as she continues her reign on Friday Night SmackDown. Since ending Tiffany Stratton‘s title run at Saturday Night’s Main Event in November, the Jade Cargill WWE champion era has included controversial moments, bold social media activity, and high-profile feuds—setting wrestling fans abuzz about her career trajectory.
Cargill’s Rise on SmackDown and Online Buzz
Since claiming the championship, Big Jade has played the role of a heel champion on WWE’s blue brand, consistently drawing reactions from fans. Her recent feud with Michin has been a focal point, and Cargill’s regular title defenses at the company’s Holiday Live Shows have underscored her work ethic as a visible and active champion. Beyond her in-ring persona, she recently stirred conversation online after posting a provocative photo to her official X/Twitter account, directly addressing fans critical of her posts.
“Yall might be right. All I do is take pictures of my fine a**. 💅🏾getting paid for it tooooo 🥰😜 xoxoxo, YOUR much hated Champ 🥰,”
she wrote.—Jade Cargill, WWE Women’s Champion
This comment only amplified discussion about her style, approach, and engagement with the WWE community, with her self-described status as the “much hated Champ” fueling her on-screen persona as a divisive figure.
Debate Over Cargill’s Readiness for the Title
Cargill’s rapid ascent to the championship has sparked mixed reactions from wrestling veterans and experts. On his podcast, veteran wrestler Konnan weighed in on whether Jade Cargill was ready for the top spot in WWE’s women’s division. Though he admitted her popularity, the seasoned observer stressed that a champion should be able to carry other wrestlers and lead matches, rather than hold the title solely based on fame.
“She looks like a star but she’s not championship material yet. She needs to be able to lead people… It’s like when Liv Morgan first got the championship, I was burying them, ‘She’s too green, why did they give it to her, she’s not ready,’ then the second time they gave it to her, she was ready. She can lead people in a match, she cuts good promos…You don’t just give it to somebody because they’re over,”
he said.—Konnan, Veteran Wrestler
Konnan’s remarks highlight larger debates within WWE regarding what defines a true champion, especially as it relates to in-ring leadership and professional growth.
What Lies Ahead for Jade Cargill
As Jade Cargill continues to defend the WWE Women’s Championship and build her brand as both an in-ring star and a prominent online presence, questions remain about her long-term impact on the division. Her journey is followed closely by fans and critics, with her next moves likely to influence perceptions of what it means to be a champion in modern WWE.
The months ahead will reveal whether Cargill can silence doubts or solidify her standing alongside past champions like Liv Morgan, as her story unfolds on both Friday Night SmackDown and across social media platforms.
Yall might be right. All I do is take pictures of my fine ass. 💅🏾getting paid for it tooooo 🥰😜 xoxoxo, YOUR much hated Champ 🥰 pic.twitter.com/PUzuWjZuwR
— Jade Cargill (@Jade_Cargill) January 2, 2026
