The upcoming Nia Jax WWE Women’s Championship match on WWE SmackDown is set to determine whether Tiffany Stratton can retain her title in a Last Woman Standing showdown. While anticipation runs high for this high-stakes event, speculation intensifies as Naomi, carrying the Money in the Bank briefcase, teases a potential cash-in that could reshape the title scene at any moment.
High Stakes and Uncertainty Ahead of SmackDown Title Clash
This week’s SmackDown main event features Tiffany Stratton defending the Women’s Championship against Nia Jax under Last Woman Standing rules—a grueling format that challenges competitors to incapacitate their opponent until they cannot rise before the referee’s count. As both women prepare for a brutal contest, Naomi, known to fans as “The Glow,” remains an unpredictable factor, having previously attempted to seize the title only to be stopped by Jax.
The presence of Naomi and her Money in the Bank contract has kept both Stratton and Jax on alert. Even if the winner manages to endure the punishing match, the exhaustion left behind could provide Naomi with the perfect opportunity to cash in and walk away as champion. Reports suggest Naomi might target Stratton if she holds onto the belt, or cash in on a potentially weakened Jax should she win. This uncertainty has created a tense atmosphere among fans and competitors alike, with the sense that anyone could leave as WWE Women’s Champion.
Jax Seeks Redemption but Faces More Than Just Stratton
The story going into Friday centers on Jax’s desire to reclaim her status as champion after her feud with Tiffany Stratton was reignited by her dramatic return and attack. Yet, the evolving narrative hints that Jax must also contend with Naomi, who now stands as a major obstacle between her and the championship.
Many longtime followers recall WWE using similar tactics in the past, where a returning star is placed into a revived rivalry, only for the real twist to come from a new challenger’s emergence. In this case, Naomi represents a fresh threat, capable of disrupting the Stratton-Jax storyline and seizing a WrestleMania–worthy moment for herself. As the WWE Universe debates the future of the championship, the match’s unpredictable stakes underline the growing tension gripping this division.
Potential SummerSlam Showdown Being Rumored
With the next WWE premium live event, SummerSlam, now stretching across two nights, growing speculation suggests that all three women—Stratton, Jax, and Naomi—could collide for the title on one of wrestling’s biggest stages. While nothing is confirmed and these reports remain rumors, the possibility of a triple-threat rematch has fans discussing whether the company is setting up for a show-stealing bout during the Big Four PLE.
Throughout Stratton’s reign, she has faced major competitors like Bayley and Charlotte Flair, yet the division’s shifting dynamics could see Naomi rise as a main-event fixture. The Women’s World Championship picture has been stacked with elite stars like Bianca Belair, Rhea Ripley, and Liv Morgan, and many believe it is time for the other women’s title to receive similar star power—a movement that Naomi’s involvement could jumpstart.
What’s Next for the Women’s Title Picture?
As WWE SmackDown approaches and the Nia Jax WWE Women’s Championship match takes center stage, the lingering threat of a cash-in by Naomi adds immediate and palpable suspense. The outcome of this Last Woman Standing bout may set in motion a series of events leading to further rivalries and possibly a major showdown at SummerSlam. Until the final bell rings, fans remain on edge, uncertain who will emerge with the championship—or if a new face will claim glory in the aftermath.
