Stratton Retains WWE Women’s Title, Faces Post-Match Assault

Tiffany Stratton successfully defended her WWE Women’s Championship against Jade Cargill on the September 12 edition of SmackDown in Norfolk, Virginia, before being ambushed by Nia Jax immediately afterward.

The SummerSlam rematch delivered high drama and showcased Stratton’s in-ring prowess, while Jax’s surprise attack injects fresh tension into the Raw-SmackDown women’s division.

Championship Rematch Delivers Thrills

Stratton and Cargill collided in the ring at the Scope Arena in a bout that saw both athletes exchange high-impact maneuvers. Stratton countered Cargill’s boss man slam attempt into a decisive moonsault, securing the pinfall and extending her reign past 251 days as champion.

Post-Match Ambush Fuels New Rivalry

No sooner had Stratton celebrated her victory than former contender Nia Jax stormed the ring, delivering a crushing Samoan drop to the champion on the apron. Jax’s interference underscores her intent to reclaim a spot in the title picture and sets up a looming Triple Threat scenario.

Undercard Highlights

• Randy Orton vs. Drew McIntyre: Orton gained momentum with a kick-out after McIntyre’s Claymore, only for McIntyre to ultimately prevail with a Glasgow Kiss headbutt.
• United States Title Open Challenge: Sami Zayn retained against Rey Fenix when Brock Lesnar interfered, laying both men out with F5s and issuing a Wrestlepalooza challenge to John Cena.

With Wrestlepalooza less than a week away, tensions are rising across multiple feuds. Stratton must now brace for Jax’s relentless pursuit, while Lesnar’s looming showdown with Cena promises more chaos before the pay-per-view.