Rhea Ripley sends a three-word message after last night’s WWE NXT
Rhea Ripley gave a witty response on a Fan clip after this week’s WWE NXT which showcased a heated battle for the “NXT” North American Championship between the reigning champion, Dominik Mysterio against his challenger, Dragon Lee.
Explosive Showdown: Intense Rivalry Culminates in High-Stakes Title Match with Legendary Cornermen
This match, filled with animosity, came after a tense encounter between the two at the Great American Bash. The feud was intensified by Lee’s announcement that Rey Mysterio, Dominik’s father, would be present in his corner for the title match. Dominik, on the other hand, was backed by his fellow Judgment Day member, Rhea Ripley.
Championship Clash: Dominik Mysterio vs. Dragon Lee
Dragon Lee exhibited great determination in his pursuit of the “NXT” North American Championship against Dominik Mysterio. Despite his valiant efforts, Lee’s quest for the title was hindered by the intervention of Rhea Ripley. In a pivotal moment, as both Lee and Dominik were down in the center of the ring, Ripley cunningly placed the North American title belt in their vicinity. Although Rey Mysterio managed to seize the belt swiftly, Ripley’s maneuver paved the way for her to strike Lee using her WWE Women’s World Championship while the referee’s attention was diverted. With Lee momentarily incapacitated, Dominik executed a Michinoku Driver to secure the pinfall victory, thus successfully retaining his “NXT” North American Championship.
Post-Match Escalation and Unexpected Twists
Following Dominik’s triumphant defense of his title, a confrontation unfolded involving Dominik, Ripley, and Rey Mysterio. However, before tensions could escalate further, Lyra Valkyria entered the scene, blindsiding Ripley with an unexpected attack from behind. This move balanced the odds and prevented a potential altercation from spiraling out of control. Subsequently, Dragon Lee reentered the fray, disposing of Dominik. This turn of events left Lee, Rey Mysterio, and Valkyria standing tall, concluding the episode on a dramatic note.
Rhea Ripley’s Crafty Strategy Unveiled
After the match, Rhea Ripley responded to a fan clip circulating on Twitter. The clip captured a specific moment during the match where Ripley intentionally slid Dominik’s championship into the ring to distract the referee and create an opening for Dominik to strike Lee with the title. However, the referee noticed the maneuver and warned Dominik against proceeding, threatening disqualification. Amid the chaos, Rey Mysterio managed to snatch the championship away from Dominik, exploiting the situation while the referee’s focus was diverted. This provided Rhea Ripley the opportunity to sneakily use her championship to strike Dragon Lee behind the referee’s back.
Rhea Ripley’s Witty Response
A fan captioned the above clip with a humorous comment: “Let me guess, you got oil on your body and the title flew out of your hand! 👀” Rhea Ripley, maintaining her on-screen villainous persona, replied succinctly in three words: “Yes. I’m Innocent.”
In this gripping episode of “WWE NXT,” the drama both in and out of the ring continued to captivate fans, showcasing the intense rivalries and clever strategies employed by the wrestlers.
