Rhea Ripley Slams Hypocritical Fans for Undermining Women’s Wrestling – Former WWE Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley is speaking out against the hypocrisy she believes continues to plague women’s wrestling, despite years of progress within WWE. In a powerful statement posted to Twitter, Ripley expressed frustration with fans who claim to support women’s wrestling while simultaneously spreading toxic and dismissive commentary about the performers.
Ripley wrote:
“Women’s wrestling fan – ‘women deserve better’
(Same breath)
‘She’s sleeping with her boss that’s why she’s where she is’
‘She should retire’
‘She doesn’t deserve it’
‘She’s handed everything and never worked for anything’
‘I hope she gets injured’
YOU guys are the real reason it’s so difficult to be taken seriously as a women’s wrestler. If YOU put as much effort into your own miserable lives as you put into degrading successful women, then maybe you would accomplish something yourself.”
Her statement highlights a prevalent issue within segments of the wrestling fandom—those who demand more respect and opportunities for women in wrestling but contribute to the negativity by targeting female talent with personal attacks and unfounded accusations.
Ripley’s comments come at a time when women’s wrestling continues to evolve, with WWE frequently featuring women in main event spots at major Premium Live Events. Despite this progress, Ripley’s tweet suggests that ongoing misogyny and skepticism still cast a shadow over the division’s growth.
Earlier this year, WWE legend The Undertaker publicly praised the women’s division, saying that female wrestlers often exhibit more “grit” in their matches than many of their male counterparts. His words echoed the sentiment shared by Ripley, further validating the ongoing efforts of WWE’s female roster.
Ripley has long been one of WWE’s most outspoken and dominant stars. Her willingness to speak candidly about the challenges female wrestlers face continues to resonate with fans and industry peers alike. As WWE builds toward its summer events, Ripley’s message serves as a reminder that true support means respect both in and out of the ring.
Rhea Ripley Slams Hypocritical Fans for Undermining Women’s Wrestling
