Recent developments on SmackDown have provided strong indicators of WWE’s long-term plans for Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton. On this week’s broadcast, WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus came to Stratton’s aid during an attack from Nia Jax and Candice LeRae, subsequently proposing a tag team match for Elimination Chamber 2025.
The support from Stratus appears to be part of WWE’s creative direction under Triple H to solidify Stratton’s position in the main event scene. Since capturing the WWE Women’s Championship, Stratton has consistently generated strong crowd responses, displaying versatility in her character work by operating in a role that bridges traditional heel and babyface dynamics.
Current creative plans suggest a gradual transition toward a babyface alignment for Stratton, coinciding with Charlotte Flair’s return to her established heel persona. This shift in character dynamics aligns with the positive crowd reception Stratton continues to receive across various venues.
The emerging alliance with Stratus, combined with the consistent fan support and WWE’s creative positioning, indicates Triple H’s commitment to establishing Stratton as a cornerstone of the women’s division heading into WrestleMania 41.