Tiffany Stratton was scheduled to defend her WWE Women’s Championship against Jade Cargill in a rematch of their SummerSlam 2025 encounter. The match concluded controversially when an unexpected return by former World Champion Nia Jax led to a brutal assault on Stratton.
Jade Cargill Seeks Redemption After SummerSlam Loss
Jade Cargill appeared determined to avenge her defeat at SummerSlam 2025, a match lost due to a critical error when she executed her finisher but Stratton managed to place her foot on the rope. Throughout this rematch, Cargill demonstrated keen awareness of Stratton’s tactics and pushed aggressively to prevent a repeat of her previous mistake.
The match escalated as Cargill eventually gained the upper hand, forcefully sending Stratton through the barricade. However, the referee had already begun a ten-count following the fall outside the ring. Both competitors collapsed near the timekeeper’s area, and the count reached ten, resulting in a draw.
Nia Jax Returns to Shake Up the Title Picture
Following the unresolved finish, Nia Jax made a surprise return, attacking Jade Cargill before turning her aggression towards Tiffany Stratton. The former WWE Women’s Champion delivered a ruthless assault on Stratton, signaling her renewed pursuit of the WWE Women’s Championship.
Nia Jax has faced Stratton multiple times since Stratton claimed the championship by dethroning her. Throughout Stratton’s reign, Jax has remained one of her fiercest challengers, creating a complex rivalry underscored by Stratton’s unbeaten streak.
Future of WWE Women’s Division and Possible Matches
It remains uncertain whether the upcoming storyline will feature a direct singles confrontation between Nia Jax and Tiffany Stratton or if a contest between Jax and Jade Cargill will determine the next number one contender. With Stratton’s recent challenges and Jax’s forceful return to the spotlight, the WWE Women’s Championship scene is positioned for further dramatic developments.
