Update on WWE's plan for Women's World title following Naomi's hiatus

Naomi officially vacated the World Title after announcing her pregnancy!

Women’s World Champion Naomi was set to defend the title against Iyo Sky last week. However, the match was cancelled as the Champion was not cleared for in-ring action. Amid speculations, WWE announced that the Champion would make an appearance on the August 18 episode to address the fans.

The Champion made her appearance on the show, announcing her pregnancy, and stayed true to her heel persona to deliver an amazing promo. She relinquished the Women’s World title at the end of the promo and warned the entire division to “PROCEED WITH CAUTION!”.

The former Women’s World Champion is married to fellow WWE superstar Jonathan Fatu, better known by his ring name Jimmy Uso. The two stars are now expecting their first child. This exit has left a massive void in the Red brand’s women’s division.

Naomi was not only set to defend the title against Sky last week, but she was also scheduled to defend the title against Stephanie Vaquer at the upcoming Clash in Paris. Vaquer won the 20-woman battle royal at Evolution 2025 to secure the title shot.

However, the vacant title has put the division and the promotion’s plans in limbo. Amid uncertainty, a new report from Fightful Select has provided some clarity.

Naomi’s pregnancy has led to huge creative shifts

According to the report by Fightful Select, Naomi’s pregnancy has led to “huge creative shifts” in the WWE. However, it remains unclear how WWE plans to crown a new Women’s World Champion.

Backstage at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, there was a shared sense of joy as everyone celebrated the exciting news with Naomi and Jimmy Uso.

Roman Reigns reacts to the announcement 

‘The OTC’ Roman Reigns has reacted to the announcement of the newest member of The Bloodline. The OTC has shared his thoughts on Instagram Tuesday night.

“Welp! Time to start over. Looks like he’s got the youngest now, I don’t got the babies. We’re in school, we’re good, man. We’re starting to empty our house out. He’s gotta start back over, that’s awesome.

Congrats, love both of y’all. It’s a blessing, To have our family continue to grow, nothing like it. This is completely god sent. Congrats guys. Love y’all.” Roman said in the video on his IG.

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