Rhea Ripley defeated Jade Cargill in two separate encounters to secure and hold the WWE Women’s Championship [1], [2].
These victories solidify Ripley's position as the dominant force in the women's division following a high-profile feud with Cargill. The results establish a clear hierarchy within the championship rankings as Ripley transitions from challenger to champion and defender.
The rivalry reached a peak during WrestleMania 42 [3] on April 19, 2026. During the second night of the event, Ripley defeated Cargill to capture her second WWE Women’s Championship [1]. Alfred Konuwa of Forbes said Ripley won the title in a very heated match.
Shortly after the WrestleMania victory, the two athletes faced each other again at the Clash in Italy event. This match took place on Sunday, April 21, 2026 [4]. In this encounter, Ripley defeated Cargill once more to retain the title [4], [5].
Reports from Bleacher Report and f4wonline confirmed that Ripley remains the champion following the Italian event [4], [5]. The sequence of matches shows a rapid succession of title defenses and acquisitions within a single week, moving from the main stage of WrestleMania to an international event in Italy.
Ripley's ability to win both the initial championship match and the subsequent defense emphasizes her current momentum in the organization. The matches have been described by some observers as candidates for the match of the night [3].
“Rhea Ripley beat Jade Cargill to capture her second WWE Women’s Championship.”
By winning the title at WrestleMania 42 and immediately defending it at Clash in Italy, Rhea Ripley has established a period of rapid dominance. This trajectory suggests the WWE is positioning her as the focal point of the women's division, using a high-profile rivalry with Jade Cargill to cement her status as a multi-time champion on a global stage.
