Sol Ruca, a rising star in WWE‘s NXT brand, has recently been accused of displaying a toxic attitude by fellow wrestler Jordynne Grace. This allegation arises amid growing tensions between Ruca and her tag team partner, Zaria, following a series of notable performances and contentious backstage dynamics. The dispute highlights the challenges of shared spotlight in WWE as Ruca continues to earn significant opportunities.
Ruca made headlines with a victory over Bayley at Saturday Night’s Main Event in December and advanced to the final three in the recent women’s Royal Rumble match. These achievements, however, have reportedly caused friction within her tag team, with Zaria feeling overlooked as Ruca receives more spotlight and championship prospects.
Conflict Escalates During Recent NXT Tag Matches
Reports detail increased hostility between Sol Ruca and Zaria, climaxing during an NXT tag team bout against Kendal Grey and Wren Sinclair. The matchup had a high-stakes condition: the wrestler who secured the pinfall or submission would earn a shot at the NXT Women’s Championship. A miscommunication near the match’s conclusion led to Zaria tagging Ruca, who then claimed the decisive pinfall, intensifying the strain between the partners.
Jordynne Grace Condemns Ruca’s Behavior as Gaslighting
Adding fuel to the controversy, SmackDown competitor Jordynne Grace publicly labeled Sol Ruca as “toxic,” accusing her of manipulating her teammate. Grace stated,
“Girl she’s toxic AF!!! She’s been publicly playing in your face and gaslighting you,”
drawing significant attention given her typically positive babyface persona on WWE’s main roster.
Sol Ruca’s Discontent with Creative Decisions
Beyond interpersonal conflicts, Ruca has expressed frustration with WWE’s creative direction concerning her match performances. During the women’s Royal Rumble, she lasted over 50 minutes and was eliminated when she attempted her finisher, the Sol Snatcher, on the apron. Reports reveal that Ruca was uncomfortable performing her signature move outside the ring but was pressured by the creative team to do so.
This dissatisfaction with booking decisions adds another layer to her complex position within WWE, highlighting the difficulties wrestlers face balancing personal agency and scripted storytelling.
Implications for Sol Ruca and WWE Dynamics
The ongoing discord between Sol Ruca and Zaria, coupled with external criticisms and creative frustrations, underscores the volatile nature of professional wrestling’s backstage environment. As Ruca continues to climb the ranks in NXT, these tensions may impact her future opportunities and team dynamics.
With the NXT Women’s Championship on the line and rivalries intensifying, the resolution of this drama will be closely watched by fans and insiders alike, shaping both storylines and real-world alliances in WWE’s evolving landscape.
— ZARIA (@ZariaWWE_) February 11, 2026
