Jey Uso Crashes the Ripley-Mysterio Love Triangle: Is WWE Overplaying Its Hand?

Rhea Ripley finds herself embroiled in a complex on-screen drama, with Jey Uso’s recent advances complicating the already charged dynamic between Ripley and Dominik Mysterio. This unexpected development has WWE fans debating the narrative’s potential.

Ripley’s previous reign as world champion was critiqued for prioritizing storylines with male superstars. This narrative choice overshadowed her rivalries with female contenders, hindering proper feud development. Given Ripley’s current involvement with Mysterio, Liv Morgan, and the Judgment Day faction, some within the industry fear the Jey Uso angle dilutes the overall narrative.

Furthermore, an extended love triangle could inadvertently garner sympathy for Dominik Mysterio. If Ripley reciprocates Jey Uso’s advances, it weakens Mysterio’s position and potentially undermines his character arc. Additionally, with Ripley’s recent transition to a babyface role, a focus on romantic entanglements might not be the most strategic character development for her.

There’s undeniable intrigue surrounding this storyline. However, with Ripley’s existing narrative complexities, WWE risks narrative oversaturation. The upcoming weeks will reveal whether this storyline enhances the ongoing drama or becomes a superfluous plot point.