Bianca Belair’s Shocking Fall as WWE’s Most Useless Referee—Rhea Ripley vs. Iyo Sky Ends in Chaos. You Won’t Believe How It All Went Down
In what was hyped to be one of the most intense and high-stakes matches on WWE programming, the battle between Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky took an unexpected turn that fans will be talking about for weeks. But not because of the competitors — rather, because of Bianca Belair, who stepped into the role of special guest referee and delivered what many are calling the most useless officiating performance in WWE history. The match, which was supposed to be a clean one-on-one showdown, descended into chaos, controversy, and confusion, leaving fans stunned and WWE officials scrambling to regain control of the narrative.
The setup was perfect: Rhea Ripley, the dominant powerhouse of Judgment Day, facing off against the agile and unpredictable Iyo Sky, a member of Damage CTRL. With tensions already running high between the factions, WWE announced Bianca Belair as the special guest referee, supposedly to keep things fair. However, from the moment the bell rang, it was clear that something wasn’t right. Belair looked uncertain in her role, struggling to maintain order and showing questionable judgment throughout the match.
Within minutes, both competitors began pushing boundaries. Ripley’s brutal style clashed with Iyo’s high-flying offense, and the two traded near falls and brutal strikes. But every time the action got close to a finish, Bianca either hesitated to count, was out of position, or blatantly missed key moments. The crowd’s frustration grew louder with each questionable decision. At one point, Iyo Sky landed her patented Moonsault, a move that would’ve secured a clean win. But Belair took an eternity to get into position for the count, giving Ripley enough time to kick out. Fans erupted in boos, and commentators couldn’t hide their confusion.
Things only spiraled from there. Rhea Ripley, visibly irritated, began shouting at Belair mid-match, questioning her officiating. Iyo Sky, known for her volatile temper, also got in Belair’s face, accusing her of bias or incompetence. In a match that should have highlighted the athleticism and skill of two top-tier Superstars, the focus had completely shifted to the referee’s inability to do her job. The breakdown in authority led to outside interference, with Bayley running down to ringside, followed by Liv Morgan and even Asuka, who has her own issues with both competitors.
With chaos unfolding and superstars fighting inside and outside the ring, Belair appeared overwhelmed. Instead of restoring order, she stood frozen as the ring became a battleground. Punches flew, alliances broke, and the bell eventually rang without any clear resolution. No winner was declared, and the match ended in total disorder, much to the dismay of fans who had been eagerly anticipating a classic.
Backstage reactions were swift and unforgiving. WWE officials were reportedly furious about how the segment played out. Sources close to the situation suggest that while the match was always intended to be chaotic, Bianca’s poor performance as a referee added an unplanned layer of confusion that left producers scrambling to patch up the storyline on the fly. Social media exploded, with hashtags like #WorstRefEver and #BiancaBotch trending within minutes.
Fans were particularly vocal, many expressing disappointment in Bianca Belair, a superstar known for her excellence inside the ring. Her unexpected stumble in the referee role has sparked a new wave of criticism, with some questioning whether WWE is overexposing talent by forcing them into roles outside their expertise. Others defended her, suggesting that the mishandling may have been part of a bigger storyline that is yet to unfold.
In the days following the debacle, Bianca Belair posted a cryptic tweet, hinting that her role in the match may have had hidden intentions. Some speculate that her questionable calls were deliberate, possibly signaling a heel turn or alliance with one of the factions involved. Whether this is true or just damage control remains to be seen, but the controversy has undeniably reignited interest in WWE’s women’s division.
One thing is clear: the showdown between Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky will not be remembered for its athleticism or storytelling, but for the stunning collapse of officiating that turned a marquee match into a complete circus. Bianca Belair’s fall from grace as WWE’s most useless referee might have just opened the door for a new, darker chapter in her career — and WWE fans are watching closely to see what happens next.
