Sol Ruca Faces Backstage Criticism After Losing Women's Intercontinental Title

Sol Ruca, who joined WWE's main roster in April 2026, held the Women's Intercontinental Championship for 57 days before losing it to Raquel Rodriguez, aided by Judgment Day, on the July 27 episode of RAW. Ruca said the biggest challenge in her transition from NXT has been "character work," noting the higher stakes and greater scrutiny on the main roster.

Backstage commentary surfaced on the Self Made Sessions podcast, where a source claimed some WWE staff were unhappy with Ruca's performances, arguing they had not seen her work before her main‑event appearances. Hall of Famer Bully Ray later suggested on Busted Open Radio that WWE might be pulling back on Ruca's push, questioning the company's plans for her future.

The combined reports highlight both Ruca's personal adjustment difficulties and growing uncertainty about her role within WWE's women's division.