WWE superstar Rhea Ripley has taken to social media to express her gratitude to Microsoft for sending her an Xbox and to promote the upcoming WWE 2K24 video game. The Judgment Day member posted a message on her Instagram account ahead of tonight’s edition of WWE SmackDown in Jacksonville, Florida.
Ripley’s thankful message comes on the heels of a tumultuous few weeks for the 27-year-old wrestler. Last month, she was forced to relinquish her Women’s World Championship due to an injury sustained during a backstage attack by Liv Morgan on WWE RAW. Becky Lynch went on to capture the title by winning a Battle Royal, and will defend it against Liv Morgan at the upcoming WWE King and Queen of the Ring event.
Ripley’s absence from TV has raised eyebrows, with wrestling veteran Vince Russo questioning the company’s decision to keep her off television while she recovers from her injury. Russo, speaking on a recent episode of Wrestling’s Legion of RAW show, noted that Ripley is a huge star and that the company used to feature injured wrestlers during the Attitude Era.
Ripley’s dominant reign as Women’s World Champion, which ended after 380 days due to her injury, has left fans eagerly awaiting her return to action. The WWE universe is now left wondering what the company has planned for Ripley when she is cleared to return to the ring.
Liv Morgan, who has taken credit for injuring Ripley, will have the opportunity to capture the Women’s World Championship at the WWE King and Queen of the Ring event on May 25. Meanwhile, Ripley’s fans will have to wait and see what the future holds for the Judgment Day member.
In the meantime, Ripley’s thankful message serves as a reminder of her positivity and dedication to her craft, even in the face of adversity. As she continues to recover from her injury, the WWE universe will be watching with bated breath to see what’s next for this talented superstar.
