Naomi has set her sights on several WWE stars ahead of the upcoming episode of SmackDown. The first edition of the blue brand following Money in the Bank will be live from the Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky.
The Glow emerged victorious in the Women’s Money in the Bank Ladder match at the recent premium live event, defeating Rhea Ripley, Giulia, Alexa Bliss, Roxanne Perez, and Stephanie Vaquer. Looking ahead to tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown, Naomi listed off the titles she needed to become a Grand Slam Champion, hinting that she may consider cashing in her Money in the Bank contract on certain stars.
In a tweet, Naomi clarified her title aspirations, stating, “Correction…for Triple Crown I need: US/Intercontinental. For Grand Slam I need: WWE Women’s, US, and Intercontinental.”
Naomi’s ongoing personal rivalry with Jade Cargill has been a focal point since Elimination Chamber earlier this year. Their feud escalated after Naomi was revealed to be responsible for the attack on Cargill last year, leading to a match at WrestleMania 41 where Cargill emerged victorious.
Legendary wrestling journalist Bill Apter shared his thoughts on Naomi’s historic victory at WWE Money in the Bank. Apter highlighted the significance of Naomi becoming the first black female to win the Women’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match, noting the plethora of opportunities this win creates for the company. He praised Naomi as a great choice to win the match, citing her potential involvement in various storylines on SmackDown.
Apter mentioned, “Well, I had picked Stephanie Vaquer originally because so many people picked Naomi. She’s got that great heel thing going for her; they have so much programming they can do with her. I think evil Naomi is a great pick.”
As fans eagerly await Naomi’s decision on who to cash in her Money in the Bank contract on for a title shot, the anticipation for her next move continues to build.
The article was written by Robert Lentini, a writer from Boston, MA, who joined Sportskeeda Wrestling in 2022. With six years of experience covering RAW, Dynamite, SmackDown, and Rampage, Lentini brings a wealth of knowledge to his wrestling coverage.
In conclusion, Naomi’s victory at WWE Money in the Bank has opened up a world of possibilities for the talented star. As she sets her sights on becoming a Grand Slam Champion, fans can expect to see exciting developments in her ongoing feud with Jade Cargill and potential title challenges in the near future. Stay tuned to WWE SmackDown to witness the next chapter in Naomi’s storied career.
