The latest WWE Friday Night SmackDown featured a high-stakes Women’s Championship match where Tiffany Stratton defended her title with a flawless strategy. However, the match became notable for Nia Jax WWE SmackDown botches that severely disrupted the flow, especially when Nia accidentally injured Jade Cargill near the match’s conclusion. These mistakes cast a shadow over the event and raised questions about the division’s direction under the creative team led by Triple H.
Unexpected Injury During the Closing Moments
<pIn the final stages of the championship bout, the fight spilled outside the ring, where Nia Jax used her immense strength to slam former AEW star Jade Cargill onto the steel steps near the announcer’s desk. This move did not go as planned, resulting in Cargill suffering a serious injury. She sustained a deep cut above her eye that caused heavy bleeding, forcing medical staff to assist her backstage after the match, leaving fans worried about her condition.
Pinfall Confusion Amid Match Chaos
The chaotic sequence that followed the injury also revealed another notable botch. During the triple-threat match, after Tiffany Stratton pushed Jade Cargill out of the ring, Cargill was close to pinning Nia Jax and seizing the championship. However, Nia failed to kick out properly at the two-count mark, disrupting the referee Daphanie LaShaunn’s count. This led to an unusual stoppage of the pinfall count, contributing to a confusing finale that sparked mixed reactions on social media.
Misstep in the Match’s Climax
The ending became even more awkward when Nia Jax unexpectedly kicked out of a pin attempt that Tiffany Stratton had planned to break. At that moment, Stratton was also attempting a dropkick, but mistimed her kick-out, which compounded the miscoordination between the wrestlers. This botched sequence made the championship’s finish appear disorganized and unprofessional, fueling speculation about future booking decisions within the WWE SmackDown women’s division.
Anticipating Changes in the Women’s Division
These incidents highlight significant concerns about the execution and storytelling featured on WWE SmackDown, especially concerning Nia Jax’s performance during the championship match. With the injury to Jade Cargill and the match’s awkward closing moments, many fans and analysts are eager to see how the WWE creative team headed by Triple H will address these issues moving forward. Upcoming weeks could shape the future of the women’s division as they potentially repair these setbacks and elevate the competition.
GOOD GOD THIS BOTH WAS HORRENDOUS!
Nia Jax forgets to kick out of the dropkick by Tiffany Stratton and you cna clearly tell that’s what was supposed to happen.
You can’t be serious. #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/GgDwag7S0K
— Phil Ouimette (@Philouimette_) September 27, 2025
