Vaquer Retains Women’s World Title Against Rodriguez on Raw
Stephanie Vaquer successfully defended her WWE Women’s World Championship against Raquel Rodriguez in a Philadelphia Street Fight on Monday Night Raw, broadcast live from the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia on February 2, 2026.
The match came as the centerpiece of the first Raw episode following the 2026 Royal Rumble, where the landscape of WWE shifted dramatically with new contenders emerging for WrestleMania. Vaquer’s victory sets up critical implications for the women’s division heading into the industry’s flagship event.
Rodriguez’s Aggressive Campaign Falls Short
Rodriguez, representing The Judgment Day, brought an aggressive strategy to the street fight, consistently targeting Vaquer’s previously injured ankle throughout their encounter. Despite Rodriguez’s relentless assault and weeks of backstage attacks leading to the bout, Vaquer demonstrated the resilience that has defined her championship reign, ultimately retaining the title.
Post-Rumble Momentum Shifts Division Dynamics
The episode featured major developments across WWE’s landscape. Liv Morgan’s Royal Rumble victory earned her a WrestleMania championship opportunity, creating a significant storyline intersection with Vaquer’s title reign. Meanwhile, Royal Rumble winner Roman Reigns made his return to Raw, signaling major momentum shifts throughout the roster.
Additional Raw action included Je’Von Evans facing El Grande Americano and Penta competing against Bronson Reed, as WWE continues building toward WrestleMania with wrestlers positioned from Monday Night Raw’s competitive field.
Championship Trajectory Moving Forward
Vaquer’s retention positions her as the centerpiece of the women’s championship picture heading into wrestling’s biggest annual spectacle. Her performance against Rodriguez answered questions about her readiness to face the elevated competition that awaits at WrestleMania.
