On Monday Night Raw, WWE star Naomi took the stage to unveil a significant life update, revealing she is pregnant with her first child. This personal milestone coincided with the announcement that she would be relinquishing her Women’s World Championship, marking a pivotal moment in her career and sparking broader discussions about the implications for the women’s division within the WWE.
Naomi’s decision to step down from the title came after a series of events that solidified her position in the women’s championship hierarchy. She had won the title in a dramatic turn during the Money in the Bank cash-in at Evolution, a match between Iyo Sky and Rhea Ripley. Her victory was further cemented at SummerSlam, where she won a high-stakes triple-threat match involving Sky and Ripley, showcasing her resilience and determination in the ring.
Despite her recent success, Naomi faced a setback when she was not cleared to compete in a title defense against Sky. This raised questions about her physical condition and potential absence from the ring. However, on Monday Night Raw, Naomi used the opportunity to make her announcement, sharing the news with fans during a heartfelt segment. She appeared alongside her real-life husband, Jimmy Uso, who announced their upcoming addition to the family during their appearance on the show “What’s Your Story? With Stephanie McMahon.”
Naomi’s announcement was met with a mix of emotions, as she expressed reluctance to part with the championship she had fought so hard to win. She engaged in a tense exchange with RAW general manager Adam Pearce, telling him, “I ain’t handing you s—,” as she emphasized her unwillingness to relinquish her title so quickly. Her emotional state was evident as the WWE fans cheered her on, and she continued to assert her presence in the narrative, stating, “The women in the WWE locker room should be thanking Uso because without him they wouldn’t have stood a chance of taking the title off of me.”
Ultimately, Naomi chose to vacate the championship, laying it in the middle of the ring as she announced the news to her fellow wrestlers. She concluded her segment with a humorous take on the situation, noting, “On the bright side, I guess the bloodline continues baby!” She made a bold promise to return to the ring in “nine months and some change,” possibly even with her baby in her arms, showing her determination to continue her career despite this life-changing development.
The announcement has ignited conversations within the WWE community, with fans and analysts debating the potential impact on the women’s division and Naomi’s future. As she moves forward with her new chapter, the WWE will undoubtedly be watching closely to see how this personal milestone affects her professional trajectory.