Is It Still 'TIFFY TIME' Or Time For The Queen To Take Her Throne Once More?

Friday night’s SmackDown in Seattle delivered a high-octane clash that showcased the rising dominance of Tiffany Stratton and the relentless grit of Roxanne Perez. With WrestleMania just a week away, all eyes were on Stratton as she faced off against the two-time NXT Women’s Champion, who earlier this year broke records with her performance in the Women’s Royal Rumble. But in a bout filled with reversals, submissions, and sheer athleticism, it was clear that both women came to make a statement.

From the opening bell, Perez came out swinging with her signature intensity. Her crossface attempt nearly sealed the deal early on, but Stratton—ever the showman—dug deep and powered out of it. That display of strength and awareness turned the tide. Stratton baited Perez into high-risk situations, surviving a brutal Russian leg sweep from the second rope and still managing a last-second kickout that left the Seattle crowd stunned.

Tiffany Stratton’s resilience was on full display. Just when it looked like Perez had her cornered again—interlocking the crossface in the middle of the ring—Stratton showcased an incredible surge of power. Not only did she escape the submission, but she followed it up with her signature “Prettiest Moonsault Ever,” sealing a hard-earned victory. The win was a reminder that when it comes to the women’s division, it’s still very much Tiffy Time.

But just when Stratton could bask in her momentum, the mood in the arena took a dark turn. Charlotte Flair stormed the ring in a fit of rage, clearly ignoring earlier directives to leave the arena after previous misconduct. The 14-time Women’s Champion charged toward Stratton, and chaos quickly followed. Security scrambled to separate Flair, who appeared completely unhinged, from launching a full-blown assault. Wade Barrett even stepped in to try and de-escalate the moment.

This confrontation casts a shadow over Tiffany Stratton’s win and raises major questions heading into WrestleMania. With Flair’s unpredictable behavior and the NXT Women’s division heating up, it’s clear that Stratton’s toughest battles may still lie ahead. The win over Perez proved she's not just flash—she's a threat. But with Charlotte Flair back in the picture, Tiffany might need more than just a moonsault to stay on top.

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