Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky, current WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions, have unveiled their official team name, Rhiyo, along with their first merchandise drop, marking a new chapter in their partnership on WWE Raw. The announcement highlights the growing popularity and momentum of the Rhea Ripley official tag team, as they prepare to defend their titles on a major stage.
Rhiyo: From Rivals to Champions
Approximately one year ago, Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky found themselves competing fiercely against each other for the Women’s World Title on Raw. Their series of performances, including a memorable triple threat match with Bianca Belair at WrestleMania 41 and a headline slot at the Evolution Premium Live Event, established them as two of WWE’s standout talents. This increasing competitive camaraderie gradually developed into a strong friendship, strengthening their presence in the women’s tag team division.
That growing bond led Ripley and Sky to form a dynamic partnership, which fans quickly embraced as one of the most exciting in WWE today. Their teamwork culminated in a pivotal victory when they dethroned the Kabuki Warriors—comprising Asuka and Kairi Sane—on January 5th on Raw, officially becoming the WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions.
The “Rhiyo” Name and Merchandise Unveiled
In the lead-up to their victory, the WWE Universe had been playfully referring to Ripley and Sky as “Rhiyo,” a unique blend of their names that follows a wrestling tradition of team portmanteaus. On January 12th, Rhea Ripley confirmed not only the name’s official recognition but also the launch of Rhiyo-themed merchandise. Fans looking to support the new champions can now find Rhiyo gear available online. The duo’s new team brand gained further legitimacy when WWE.com updated its roster page, officially listing “Rhiyo” next to their championship status.
“Our first merch shirt! 🥹✨ #RhiyoYou wanted it… You got it!!! https://t.co/AQVWVVmxYy”— RheaRipley_WWE (@RheaRipley_WWE)
“Rhea Ripley & Iyo Sky’s tag team is officially listed as RHIYO on WWE’s roster page pic.twitter.com/ODf8p8V3w8″— WrestlePurists (@WrestlePurists)
Rhiyo Sets Sights on Upcoming Title Defense
The January 12th episode of Monday Night Raw opened with Ripley and Sky celebrating their landmark championship win in front of an energized crowd. However, their celebration was interrupted by Liv Morgan and Roxanne Perez from The Judgment Day, who confronted the new champions, fueled by Morgan’s claim that she never lost her former title. The dynamic escalated when Bayley and Lyra Valkyria entered the scene, both asserting their claims for a tag team title shot based on their recent successes and previous victories.
Rhea Ripley responded to the challenges by expressing confidence in Rhiyo’s willingness to face any contenders, while Iyo Sky delivered a spirited statement in Japanese. The standoff quickly spiraled into chaos as Asuka and Kairi Sane intervened, resulting in a multi-team confrontation inside the ring. Ripley and Sky regrouped, executing an impressive series of moves—an uppercut, a fallaway slam, and a running dropkick—to reclaim command and stand tall, championship belts held high.
Later in the night, a triple threat match determined the top contenders for the Women’s Tag Team Championships. Liv Morgan and Roxanne Perez emerged victorious, with Morgan sealing the win for her team by landing Oblivion on Kairi Sane. This triumph set the stage for an anticipated clash at Saturday Night’s Main Event on January 24th in Montreal, where Rhiyo will make their first official title defense against Morgan and Perez. While both challengers have held WWE Women’s Tag Team gold previously, this marks their first attempt as a team, injecting extra intrigue into the upcoming encounter.
The Impact of Rhiyo’s Rise
Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky’s transition from rivals to dominant partners illustrates the unique storytelling found in WWE’s women’s division. By transforming competitive spirit into collaboration, they have captivated fans and shaken up the tag team landscape. The official recognition of Rhiyo as a team name, coupled with fresh merchandise and major matchups, only increases their appeal among supporters and signals WWE’s commitment to elevating women’s tag team wrestling.
The upcoming Saturday Night’s Main Event in Montreal represents a pivotal moment not just for Rhiyo, but also for Liv Morgan and Roxanne Perez, who hope to launch a new legacy. As anticipation builds, the women’s division looks set for another wave of fierce competition and dramatic showdowns. With new stories unfolding and championship gold on the line, all eyes will be on Rhiyo as they embark on this next chapter as defending champions.
Our first merch shirt! 🥹✨ #Rhiyo
You wanted it… You got it!!! https://t.co/AQVWVVmxYy— RheaRipley_WWE (@RheaRipley_WWE) January 12, 2026
Rhea Ripley & Iyo Sky’s tag team is officially listed as RHIYO on WWE’s roster page pic.twitter.com/ODf8p8V3w8
— WrestlePurists (@WrestlePurists) January 12, 2026
