WWE Stars Rhea Ripley and Jade Cargill Engage in Heated Social Media Spat

The online clash between the two wrestlers has added personal animosity to their WrestleMania 42 match-up.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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A social media spat erupted between WWE Women's Champion Jade Cargill and Elimination Chamber winner Rhea Ripley, with the two exchanging barbs online. While it's unclear if the conflict is real or manufactured for storyline purposes, the heated exchange has added a personal element to their upcoming WrestleMania 42 match in Las Vegas.

Why it matters

Social media feuds between wrestlers, whether genuine or staged, can generate significant fan interest and hype leading into a big match. Even if the animosity is fabricated, it can make the eventual showdown feel more personal and meaningful for viewers.

The details

The spat began when Ripley tried to correct Cargill's claim that she was Ripley's second choice for a WrestleMania match, behind Charlotte Flair. Ripley unearthed an old video interview where Cargill had named Ripley as a "dream match." This led to a back-and-forth between the two on social media, with each wrestler taking shots at the other.

  • The social media clash took place from Saturday to Monday.

The players

Rhea Ripley

The winner of the 2023 Elimination Chamber match and a top star in WWE.

Jade Cargill

The current WWE Women's Champion.

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