On the recent episode of WWE SmackDown, Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY were defeated by Lash Legend and Nia Jax, resulting in the loss of the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships. The decisive pinfall came when Legend pinned Ripley, handing her team’s titles to their opponents. This victory marked the most significant achievement in Lash Legend’s wrestling career so far.
Ripley Expresses Regret While IYO SKY Offers Support
Following the match, Rhea Ripley took to Twitter to express remorse, feeling that she had let her partner IYO SKY down. Despite her apology, SKY responded quickly to comfort Ripley, reassuring her not to apologize for the outcome.
Don’t apologize Mami
— IYO SKY (@Iyo_SkyWWE) February 28, 2026
History of Their Title Reign and Champions’ Records
Ripley and SKY had been champions since November 2025, when they captured the titles from the Kabuki Warriors on Monday Night RAW. Rhea Ripley is now a two-time WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion, having previously held the titles with Nikki ASH. IYO SKY holds three reigns as champion, two of which were as part of Damage CTRL.
Nia Jax, who regained the championship alongside Lash Legend, has also become a three-time tag team champion, with prior reigns alongside Shayna Baszler. For Lash Legend, this marks her first time holding the gold in her WWE career.
The Loss’s Potential Impact on Ripley’s WWE Trajectory
This setback could influence Rhea Ripley’s future storylines and matches within WWE programming, especially as notable figures like Finn Balor and CM Punk continue to engage audiences with their own narratives. The change in the women’s tag team division might also signal shifts leading up to major events, including the highly anticipated WrestleMania 42.
Don’t apologize Mami
— IYO SKY (@Iyo_SkyWWE) February 28, 2026
