WWE expects Rhea Ripley to remain sidelined until 2027
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
WWE Women's Champion Rhea Ripley is anticipated to be out until 2027 after knee surgery. Initially, WWE had hoped she could return shortly after SummerSlam, but reports indicate a longer recovery period due to her meniscus injury. Chelsea Green won the interim championship at SummerSlam, with speculations suggesting she may become the official champion. Ripley confirmed on social media that surgery was necessary, as her condition worsened. WWE has not yet clarified Ripley's title status, potentially addressing it on upcoming episodes of SmackDown.
- •Ripley underwent knee surgery for a meniscus tear.
- •WWE hopes for her return at the Royal Rumble in January.
- •Chelsea Green won the interim WWE Women's Championship at SummerSlam.
- •Ripley indicated on social media surgery was required due to injury severity.
- •WWE has not announced Ripley's status regarding her championship title.
- 5:30 PMWrestling Inc — Backstage Report On When WWE Hopes To Have Rhea Ripley Return From Injury
"WWE expects Rhea Ripley to be out of action until next year after undergoing surgery for her knee.
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