When WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus returned on the September 4th episode of Raw, the Toronto crowd erupted in a deafening ovation. But no one expected her to point directly at SmackDown Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton on the Titantron and utter three chilling words:
“I want you.”
What followed was a 3-week masterclass in psychological warfare:
✔ Week 1: Stratton mocks Stratus’ age (47) in a viral backstage segment
✔ Week 2: Trish attacks during Tiffany’s “Buff Barbie” photoshoot
✔ Week 3: Stratton brings back Trish’s 2003 “Thong Song” entrance as humiliation
The tension peaked when Stratus powerbombed Stratton through the announce table during the contract signing.
Round 1: The Veteran’s Chess Game
Trish dominated early with:
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Vintage headscissors takedowns
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Strategic limb work on Tiffany’s knee
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Psychological taunts (“This is MY house!”)
Round 2: The Prodigy Fights Back
Stratton shifted momentum with:
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Springboard moonsault to the floor
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“Prestigious” neckbreaker (her finisher)
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Brutal trash talk (“You’re just a nostalgia act!”)
The Controversial Finish
After countering Stratus’ Stratusfaction, Stratton:
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Low-blowed Trish (ref distracted)
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Used the ropes for leverage during the pin
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Smirked at booing fans while holding her title
Immediate Consequences
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Trish’s Farewell? Emotional post-match bow to crowd
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Stratton’s Heel Heat: Death threats on social media (handled by WWE security)
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Ratings: 2.3 million viewers (highest women’s segment since WrestleMania)
What’s Next?
🔮 Stratton vs. Jade Cargill (WWE teased confrontation backstage)
🔮 Stratus as GM? Online petitions demand her as SmackDown authority figure
🔮 Merch Sales: Stratton’s “Buff Barbie” shirts outsold Roman Reigns
FINAL GRADE: 4.75/5 Stars
This match proved old-school psychology and new-school athleticism can create magic. While the dirty finish protects both women, fans will debate forever: Was this Trish’s last ride?
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