Sol Ruca, an NXT standout known for her agility and dynamic in-ring style, appears to be stirring controversy within WWE. The 26-year-old Australian athlete has made a name for herself as a former Women’s North American and Women’s Speed Champion, even holding both titles simultaneously at one point. She regularly teams up with Zaria, another emerging talent, in tag team competition.
On the February 10 episode of NXT, interim general manager Robert Stone arranged a high-stakes tag team match featuring the duo ZaRuca, a blend of Zaria and Ruca, against WrenQCC. The stipulation was that the wrestler securing the pinfall would earn a shot at the NXT Women’s Championship held by Jacy Jayne.
Prior to the match, tensions were evident in the locker room as Zaria argued she deserved the pinfall opportunity over Ruca, leading to a visible rift when Ruca contested her claim. Frustrated by the frequent title chances awarded to Ruca, Zaria eventually walked away, signaling a growing divide between the partners.
During the match itself, Zaria disrupted multiple pin attempts by Ruca, exacerbating the unease. Ultimately, Zaria accidentally tagged Ruca while taking down opponent Wren Sinclair. Capitalizing on the moment, Ruca executed the Sol Snatcher finisher on Kendal Grey and pinned her successfully, disappointing Zaria as she lost another chance to compete for the championship.
Jordynne Grace Publicly Denounces Sol Ruca’s Behavior
Jordynne Grace, a WWE main roster talent currently wrestling on SmackDown, weighed in on the unfolding situation involving Sol Ruca and Zaria. After nearly a year in NXT before her promotion, Grace has emerged as a prominent figure, presently engaged in a feud with Women’s Champion Jade Cargill. Grace is slated for a title bout against Cargill on an upcoming SmackDown episode.
Reacting to the events on NXT, Grace took to X (formerly Twitter) to call out Sol Ruca for her conduct toward Zaria, accusing Ruca of gaslighting her former tag partner while continuing to seek championship opportunities.
“Girl she’s toxic AF!!! She’s been publicly playing in your face and gaslighting you” – Jordynne Grace, WWE Superstar
Context on the Sol Ruca and Zaria Rift
The friction between Sol Ruca and Zaria underscores the complex dynamics behind WWE’s developmental scene, where competition for championship matches is fierce and alliances sometimes fracture under pressure. Zaria’s repeated disruptions during the match and her visible upset at Ruca’s pinfall point to growing distrust.
This feud has publicly spilled into social media and on-screen interactions, adding a layer of tension that complicates their tag team relationship. Together, they have been a notable pair within NXT, but the recent confrontation suggests these tensions might significantly affect their paths.
Implications for WWE’s Women’s Division
Jordynne Grace’s intervention highlights the concern among other WWE talents regarding Sol Ruca’s approach within the locker room and in ring. With Grace poised for a significant title match against Jade Cargill, the discourse surrounding toxicity and backstage alliances could influence the overall environment of the women’s roster on both NXT and the main roster.
As Ruca continues to compete for championships and build her career, this controversy may impact not only her individual trajectory but also the broader dynamics among the women’s division in WWE development. It remains to be seen whether resolution or further conflict will emerge from these events.
Girl she’s toxic AF!!! She’s been publicly playing in your face and gaslighting you
— Jordynne Grace (@JordynneGrace) February 12, 2026
