WWE Clash in Italy: Rhodes, Ripley and Reigns Retain Titles, Sol Ruca Wins Intercontinental Crown
WWE's Clash in Italy saw Undisputed Champion Cody Rhodes defeat Gunther to retain his world title, while Rhea Ripley kept the Women’s Championship against Jade Cargill. Roman Reigns also held onto the World Heavyweight Championship, and Brock Lesnar beat Oba Femi. In a surprise upset, Sol Ruca defeated Becky Lynch to capture the Women’s Intercontinental Championship.
The event followed WWE's European tour, including a Barcelona‑hosted Friday Night SmackDown where Rhodes and Gunther exchanged heated words, and Jade Cargill taunted Ripley ahead of their upcoming clash. Promos and confrontations on SmackDown set the stage for the title defenses in Italy.