Tiffany Stratton’s unexpected appearance on WWE RAW stirred controversy, with former WWE writer Vince Russo questioning the creative team’s decision regarding her debut.
During Monday Night RAW’s showdown between Liv Morgan and Nia Jax for the No. 1 contender spot, Stratton’s ringside involvement, particularly her altercation with Naomi, garnered attention. However, Russo believes WWE missed an opportunity by not utilizing her differently.
Expressing his views on Sportskeeda Wrestling’s Legion of RAW podcast, Russo lamented Stratton’s placement in the crowd rather than at the commentary desk, which he believed would have enhanced her character and engagement with fans.
“Why is Tiffany Stratton taking a random seat in the crowd rather than on color? Can somebody please explain that to me? She literally sitting in the crowd next to a fan rather than sitting at the announce booth,” Russo questioned, highlighting the missed potential. [58:40 – 59:10]
Amidst the fallout from Stratton’s RAW debut, her conflict with Naomi escalated, resulting in a no-contest match due to Nia Jax’s interference. As tensions mounted, SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis announced a triple-threat match for the WWE Women’s Championship at Backlash France, involving Bayley, Naomi, and Stratton.
Driven by frustration over Stratton’s interference, Naomi launched a calculated attack on her RAW rival. However, their altercation inadvertently allowed Liv Morgan to seize the opportunity, securing a victory over Nia Jax and earning a shot at Becky Lynch’s Women’s World Championship.
Looking ahead, Nia Jax’s impending move to SmackDown following the draft is poised to reignite the conflict between her, Tiffany Stratton, and Naomi, promising a compelling narrative arc in the evolving WWE.
