Rhea Ripley disrupted a contract signing segment on the March 17, 2025, episode of WWE RAW in Brussels, Belgium. The segment, officiated by Adam Pearce, was originally scheduled to formalize the Women’s World Championship match between IYO SKY and Bianca Belair for WrestleMania 41.
Ripley hijacked the in-ring segment, attacked both competitors, and then signed a contract that wasn’t meant for her. Following the show, she explained her actions in an interview with Sam Roberts on RAW Recap.
My strategy is making Bianca [Belair] realize that she was scared to face me in a one-on-one scenario when it comes to WrestleMania. She’s scared of her streak ending; she’s scared that she wouldn’t be able to beat me.
The Nightmare referenced her previous interaction with IYO SKY, explaining that she felt entitled to receive similar treatment from the current champion after a past favor.
I have a soft spot for IYO [SKY], and I was kind, and I was giving, and I understood that what I did was wrong and it scr**ed up her chances. So, I went to Adam Pearce, and I made a match. I didn’t have to do that for her. To be honest, I kind of expect that respect back.
Ripley’s actions addressed Belair’s undefeated streak at WrestleMania, suggesting this record is a key factor in her strategic approach to securing a championship opportunity at the premium live event.
The contract signing segment that was meant to confirm SKY vs. Belair has now been thrown into question following Ripley’s unexpected intervention on RAW.