Naomi successfully cashed in her Money in the Bank briefcase, seizing the Women's World Championship from a battered IYO SKY in the event's main event.
The shockwave that reverberated through the arena, and across the globe, was palpable as Naomi's music hit following a grueling "instant classic" between defending champion IYO SKY and the relentless Rhea Ripley. Both competitors had pushed each other to their absolute limits, delivering a brutal and unforgettable encounter that seemed destined to crown a definitive winner between the two arch-rivals.
Earlier in the evening, Naomi had faced her own challenge, suffering a hard-fought loss to Jade Cargill in a No Holds Barred match. This defeat, her second to Cargill this year, might have deflated lesser competitors, but it appears to have only fueled Naomi's resolve. The grit shown in that earlier contest set the stage for the audacious move she would make later in the night.
As IYO SKY and Rhea Ripley lay exhausted and broken in the ring, having laid waste to each other in a championship war, the opportunity presented itself. Naomi, seizing the moment with an opportunism reminiscent of Seth Rollins' legendary WrestleMania 31 cash-in, sprinted to the ring, briefcase in hand.
The immediate transition of the singles match into a Triple Threat bout caught both Sky and Ripley completely off guard. Capitalizing on their weakened states, Naomi swiftly dispatched Rhea Ripley from the ring and, in a decisive blow, pinned the valiant IYO SKY. The referee's three-count confirmed it: Naomi, against all odds, was the new Women's World Champion.
This victory marks a significant milestone in Naomi's career. After winning the Money in the Bank contract at the June 7, 2025, premium live event, she held the key to her destiny. Her recent character evolution, embracing a more aggressive and darker persona, has clearly paid dividends, culminating in this strategic and impactful championship win.
The outcome has completely reshaped the landscape of the women's division. With SummerSlam just weeks away, questions abound: How will IYO SKY and Rhea Ripley react to being robbed of their definitive conclusion? What challengers will emerge for Naomi's newly acquired gold? One thing is certain: the "new" Naomi has arrived, and her reign as Women's World Champion promises to be anything but predictable.
