Summary

CJ Perry said Rhea Ripley is viewed in a Roman Reigns-like role in WWE’s women’s division following Ripley’s win in the 2026 women’s Elimination Chamber match.

Perry described Ripley as a major main-event presence and a strong audience draw, and she also said she is looking forward to Ripley facing Jade Cargill.

Rhea Ripley’s main-event positioning ahead of Jade Cargill

Rhea Ripley being framed as a Roman Reigns-level figure strengthens the perception that WWE sees her as a constant main-event anchor, and that raises the stakes around her expected matchup with Jade Cargill.

Perry’s comments about Ripley as a needle mover also underline how this program could be positioned as a top women’s attraction across television and major events.

Quotes

Quote from CJ Perry

“In some ways Rhea is like the Roman Reigns of the women. She’s a big player. Some would maybe say Charlotte Flair. I of course would have Liv Morgan in there too because I think she’s the greatest woman of all time. But you know, possibly Triple H and Nick Khan and creative, the decision makers, they could see Rhea Ripley as like the Roman Reigns, right? Always needs to be in the main event. And she is incredible. Like she is brutality. She brought brutality to that match. And she is a needle mover. She really does move the needle on on the internet for sure. People are always invested in her. I always see people dressed up as her when we go to the shows. And so it’s exciting. I’m excited to see her match against Jade [Cargill]. I think it’s going to be pretty vicious.”