WWE has officially announced the tag team name for Rhea Ripley and fellow superstar IYO SKY following recent events on RAW. The pairing, now confirmed under the name “RHIYO,” came after a tense night marked by confrontations and betrayals, signaling a fresh chapter for both wrestlers within WWE programming.
On the September 22 episode of RAW, Ripley—also known as The Eradicator—faced a crucial moment after several weeks without clear direction. Backstage, Ripley encountered new Women’s World Champion Stephanie Vaquer but was interrupted by Asuka, who challenged Ripley to settle their ongoing conflict. General Manager Adam Pearce sanctioned this bout as the show’s main event. Throughout the fiercely contested match, neither competitor was easily brought down due to their resilience and determination.
In the closing moments, Kairi Sane hesitated to interfere against Ripley but was instead struck by Asuka. Taking advantage of the distraction, Ripley executed a roll-up to claim victory over Asuka. However, immediately afterward, Asuka retaliated with a venomous mist and launched a brutal assault on Ripley, soon joined by Sane, who overcame her earlier hesitation.
Unexpected Betrayals Lead to New Partnerships
The assault prompted IYO SKY to intervene, attempting to mediate between the conflicting parties. Asuka turned on SKY, attacking her and moving to a heel role. Ripley, still affected by the mist, struggled to defend herself as the Kabuki Warriors dominated the scene before retreating backstage. This violent episode set the stage for a powerful moment between Ripley and SKY, two fan favorites who supported one another after the chaos.
Following RAW’s conclusion, WWE shared a backstage clip featuring Ripley and SKY sitting together on the ring apron as Ripley wiped the mist from her eyes. SKY appeared visibly heartbroken after recent betrayals by her former teammates. The video caption revealed the official team name: “RHIYO FOREVER 💙,” confirming the union of Ripley and SKY as an official tag team.
The Emergence of “RHIYO” Signals a New Direction
This official naming marked WWE’s first acknowledgment of the growing bond between Ripley and SKY. Over recent weeks, SKY began distancing herself from the Kabuki Warriors while developing camaraderie with Ripley despite having faced her multiple times for the World title. Speculation about the formation of a tag team has now been validated, setting the stage for collaborative storylines and competition within the women’s division.
The introduction of “RHIYO” offers fans a fresh dynamic pairing two strong superstars who have both endured intense battles and betrayals. Their alliance hints at a redefining shift for these performers as they seek to establish dominance in the tag team landscape and personal redemption following a period of conflict and uncertainty.
