On WWE SmackDown, Nia Jax and Lash Legend achieved a major upset by defeating RHIYO—Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky—to claim the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships. This significant victory took place recently, marking an important milestone for both wrestlers and drawing the attention of WWE Chief Creative Officer Paul Levesque, known as Triple H, who publicly recognized their accomplishment.
Triple H Acknowledges New Champions on Social Media
Following the match, Triple H shared a celebratory moment on his X account, posting a video of himself alongside the new champions in their traditional pointing pose. He complemented their impressive performance with a message, saying,
“Irresistible Forces, undeniable talent. Congratulations to @lashlegendwwe and @LinaFanene. #Smackdown”
—Paul Levesque, WWE Chief Creative Officer.
Title History and Match Context
This victory ended RHIYO’s title reign at 54 days and marked Lash Legend’s first-ever WWE championship. For Nia Jax, aged 41, it was her third time winning the Women’s Tag Team titles, having previously held the belts twice alongside Shayna Baszler. Despite this loss, Rhea Ripley will quickly pivot to compete in the women’s Elimination Chamber match later the same night.
Upcoming Elimination Chamber Match and Event Details
Rhea Ripley faces a tough challenge in the women’s Elimination Chamber bout where she will compete against Asuka, Alexa Bliss, Kiana James, Raquel Rodriguez, and Tiffany Stratton. This high-profile event, WWE Elimination Chamber 2026, is set to take place at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. Fans in the United States can watch it live via the ESPN App, while international viewers can access the event through Netflix.
Impact of the Tag Team Title Change
The tag team victory by Nia Jax and Lash Legend has shaken up the WWE Women’s Tag Team division, creating fresh momentum and new storylines. With Lash Legend capturing her first title and the experienced Jax adding another championship to her record, this win could signal upcoming shifts in the division’s dynamics. Meanwhile, Rhea Ripley’s immediate transition to a demanding Elimination Chamber match underscores her resilience and continuing prominence within WWE’s women’s roster.
Irresistible Forces, undeniable talent. Congratulations to @lashlegendwwe and @LinaFanene. #Smackdown pic.twitter.com/AdykXdxebj
— Triple H (@TripleH) February 28, 2026
