Although Rhea Ripley did not appear live on Monday’s WWE RAW, her influence was strongly felt throughout the episode on October 6. The show, held in Australia, built tension around Ripley’s ongoing storyline, keeping fans anticipating her next move. The focus remained sharp on the dynamics involving Ripley, Iyo Sky, and the Kabuki Warriors ahead of the upcoming tag team match.
Backstage Tensions Rise Over Potential Sky vs. Kairi Sane Match
Earlier in the episode, Asuka was seen negotiating backstage with General Manager Adam Pearce to arrange a singles match between Iyo Sky and Kairi Sane. Pearce promised to review the schedule and discuss the possibility with Sky before making any announcement official. However, Asuka expressed strong frustration with Pearce’s lack of urgency, demanding an immediate confirmation. When Pearce left, Kairi Sane approached Asuka, curious about the conversation. Asuka revealed their plan to teach the team of Sky and Ripley a lesson at Crown Jewel. She insisted Sane face Sky in a match that night, despite Sane’s reluctance over competing against a family member. Asuka’s irritation escalated, leading her to slap Sane and shout at her, leaving Sane visibly shaken.
Intense Match Between Iyo Sky and Kairi Sane Ends in Controversy
The singles bout between Sky and Sane opened with Sky attacking Asuka unexpectedly before the bell. Once the match officially began, Sky dominated with powerful aerial moves. Near the climax, Sane attempted a high-risk elbow drop, but Sky countered by lifting her feet. After executing a moonsault, Sky looked ready to finish the match, but Asuka distracted the referee, allowing Sane to roll up Sky for a surprise victory. Afterward, Asuka and Sane formed an alliance and launched a brutal assault on the outnumbered Sky. Asuka positioned Sky for another elbow drop off the ropes, which Sane delivered forcefully.
Rhea Ripley Issues a Stark Warning for Crown Jewel
Watching the attack unfold, Ripley took to social media, delivering a fierce message: “Saturday you will pay.” This statement referred to the looming Crown Jewel event in Australia, where Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky will team up to face the Kabuki Warriors in a high-stakes tag team match. Once rivals competing for the women’s world championship, Ripley and Sky have since joined forces. The electrifying buildup highlights the intense rivalries and shifting alliances in WWE RAW’s women’s division.
Saturday you will pay. https://t.co/f0YnZxWPWn— RheaRipley_WWE (@RheaRipley_WWE) October 7, 2025
Saturday you will pay. https://t.co/f0YnZxWPWn
— RheaRipley_WWE (@RheaRipley_WWE) October 7, 2025
