Sol Ruca made her official debut on WWE RAW this week, but while her arrival on the red brand generated strong interest, not all of the reaction was positive.

Ruca, a former NXT Women’s North American Champion, appeared during the show to sign her RAW contract. The segment quickly turned into a storyline development when Becky Lynch interrupted, setting up what appears to be a new feud between the two.

The exchange escalated into a physical confrontation, with Ruca delivering her Sol Snatcher finisher to Lynch to close the segment, although the execution drew attention from viewers.

Sol Ruca RAW debut theme criticism

While many fans welcomed Ruca’s main roster debut, her new entrance theme became a talking point online.

Some viewers criticized the track, with a number of posts suggesting she had been “Def REBEL’d,” referencing Def Rebel, which produces WWE entrance music.

“WWE JUST DEF REBEL’D SOL RUCA,” one fan wrote.

However, that criticism appears to overlook the fact that Def Rebel was also responsible for her previous theme. The reaction instead seems to stem from the difference in tone compared to her earlier music.

Reports and fan discussion indicate that Ruca’s new theme has been in development for some time and may be tied to broader presentation changes. One fan pointed out that her father, musician Paul A Hampton, had previously created her original theme, “She’ll Snatch Your Soul,” as a personal gesture when she signed with WWE.

That earlier track carried a different feel, which may explain why the new version has drawn comparisons and criticism.

First impression on RAW

Despite the mixed response to her music, Ruca’s debut itself placed her in a prominent position immediately. Being paired with Lynch — the current Women’s Intercontinental Champion — signals that WWE is positioning her in a meaningful role right away.

The segment introduced her character to a wider audience, established a potential rivalry, and gave her a moment of impact, even as some elements drew criticism.

As her run on RAW continues, it will become clearer how her presentation evolves and how fans respond beyond the initial debut.

Sol Ruca RAW Debut Draws Mixed Reaction Over Theme Song

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New details have emerged regarding LA Knight and how WWE originally planned to use him following WrestleMania 42.

According to Bodyslam.net, Knight was initially set for a short program with Gunther. However, those plans were later changed, with a new direction pointing toward a potential push involving Cody Rhodes and the Undisputed WWE Championship.

At this time, there is no confirmed update on WWE’s current creative plans for Knight following that reported shift.

LA Knight WWE plans update

Knight’s most recent appearance came at WrestleMania 42 Night Saturday, where he teamed with The Usos against The Vision and IShowSpeed. The match marked his last televised outing to date.

Leading into the event, there had been concern about a possible injury. Knight addressed those concerns directly, stating that a bursa flare-up would not prevent him from competing at WrestleMania.

Meanwhile, Gunther’s direction shifted after his match with Seth Rollins at the event. Rather than continuing with a separate feud, Gunther moved into the WWE Championship picture.

On the May 1 episode of SmackDown, Gunther attacked Rhodes following his match against Ricky Saints. He applied his signature sleeper hold before releasing it and standing over the Undisputed WWE Title, signaling his intentions moving forward.

That development may explain the reported change in plans for Knight, as WWE adjusted its focus at the top of the card.

With Knight currently off television and no clear storyline confirmed, his next direction remains uncertain.

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Chelsea Green is already looking ahead to her return after undergoing a recent medical procedure to address a long-standing heart condition.

The WWE Superstar revealed earlier this week that she had a procedure to correct SVT (supraventricular tachycardia), an abnormal heart rhythm she had been dealing with for years. Doctors were finally able to diagnose and treat the issue, allowing her to move forward with recovery.

Chelsea Green heart procedure update

Green shared additional details about what led to the procedure, noting that a serious episode around WrestleMania 42 played a key role.

“After 10 years of dealing with it, we finally caught my SVT,” Green wrote.

“My latest episode during WrestleMania pushed my resting heart rate to 228 for almost 15 minutes. Yesterday, Dr. Girgis spent 3 hours working on me… and I had to be awake for the last hour of the procedure!! Thankfully it was minimally invasive and I’ll be back to work very soon.”

The update provides more context on the severity of the condition, with Green experiencing a dangerously elevated heart rate for an extended period before receiving treatment.

SVT is a type of arrhythmia that originates in the upper chambers of the heart and causes it to beat rapidly. Symptoms can include chest discomfort, dizziness, and fatigue, especially during prolonged episodes.

Timeline for return

Despite the seriousness of the condition, the procedure itself was described as minimally invasive, which is expected to help speed up her recovery timeline.

Green indicated that she plans to return to WWE programming soon, suggesting that the issue has been effectively addressed.

Her absence from in-ring action has not only been tied to the heart condition. She has also been sidelined since February due to an ankle injury, which had already kept her off television in recent months.

Green remains part of the SmackDown roster alongside her husband, Matt Cardona. Prior to her absence, she had been featured regularly on television, including holding the WWE Women’s United States Championship.

With the procedure now behind her and recovery underway, her return appears to be a matter of timing as she works her way back to full health.

Chelsea Green Plans WWE Return After Heart Procedure

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