Stratton avoids the attack as tensions explode before the Royal Rumble
Summary
– Nia Jax and Candice LeRae attempt to trap Tiffany Stratton, but it backfires
– Jax delivers a brutal headbutt and leg drop, sending a clear message
– Stratton vows that it will always be “Tiffy Time” despite the attack
SmackDown took a dramatic turn as Nia Jax and Candice LeRae attempted to ambush Tiffany Stratton, but the plan didn’t go as expected. Still furious over Stratton’s betrayal, Jax looked to make a statement ahead of the Royal Rumble. However, instead of taking down Stratton, she leveled her supposed ally, Candice LeRae.
Before the chaos unfolded, LeRae confronted Stratton, accusing her of being jealous of Jax choosing her as a tag partner. Stratton dismissed the claim, reminding LeRae that she is the champion while LeRae is just a sidekick. As tensions escalated, Jax stormed in for an attack, but Stratton evaded at the last second, leading to Jax unintentionally taking out LeRae.
Despite the misfire, Jax quickly recovered, delivering a vicious headbutt and leg drop, making it clear that she was not done with Stratton. With Jax officially in the Royal Rumble, all eyes will be on whether she can turn her rage into a WrestleMania moment.
