The wrestling world is reeling from a scandal that has rocked one of its most prominent power couples. On March 30, 2025, during WWE’s European tour stop in Amsterdam, former Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley allegedly engaged in an affair while intoxicated, a revelation that has sent shockwaves through the WWE Universe and beyond. The incident, which reportedly involved two unnamed male wrestlers, has prompted a furious response from Ripley’s husband, AEW star Buddy Matthews, who took to X on April 1 with a scathing statement: “I didn’t expect they would do that to Ripley. Trust is gone.” The fallout has cast a shadow over Ripley’s preparations for WrestleMania 41, set for April 19-20 in Las Vegas, and raised questions about the personal and professional repercussions for all involved.

Details of the incident remain murky, but sources close to the situation paint a chaotic picture. After a successful SmackDown taping in Amsterdam, Ripley joined several WWE stars for a night out at a local bar. Witnesses claim she was heavily intoxicated when she left with two male wrestlers, both believed to be from the WWE roster, though their identities have not been confirmed. The next morning, rumors began swirling within the locker room, and by March 31, word had reached Matthews, who was in the U.S. preparing for an AEW match. A friend of the couple, speaking anonymously, told Wrestling Observer that Ripley confessed to Matthews over a tearful phone call, admitting to a lapse in judgment fueled by alcohol. “She was a mess,” the source said. “She didn’t mean for it to happen, but it did.”

Matthews’ public outburst has intensified the drama. His X post, liked over 50,000 times within hours, didn’t name the wrestlers but made his anger clear: “You don’t take advantage of someone like that. I didn’t expect they would do that to Ripley—my wife.” The phrasing suggests Matthews believes the two men exploited Ripley’s vulnerable state, a claim that has sparked heated debate among fans. Some on X speculate the culprits could be Dominik Mysterio and Grayson Waller, given their close ties to Ripley—Mysterio as her former Judgment Day stablemate and Waller as a fellow Australian who recently got matching tattoos with her. Others point to less obvious names, like Finn Balor or Austin Theory, but no evidence has surfaced to confirm any involvement.

Ripley, married to Matthews since June 2024, has yet to address the allegations directly. The 28-year-old Australian, known for her fierce in-ring persona, has been a pillar of WWE’s women’s division, though she lost her title to IYO SKY earlier this month. Her personal life with Matthews, a 36-year-old former WWE star now thriving in AEW, had been a source of pride for both, often showcased through joint appearances and matching tattoos. The affair, coming just weeks after the tattoo controversy with Waller, has left fans stunned and Matthews visibly betrayed. “They built this image together,” a longtime follower tweeted. “Now it’s crumbling, and Buddy’s out for blood.”

The timing couldn’t be worse for Ripley, who’s fighting to reclaim her championship at WrestleMania 41 against IYO SKY and Bianca Belair. WWE has remained silent, but insiders suggest the company is bracing for potential fallout, especially if Matthews targets WWE talent in retaliation. His AEW schedule pits him against Jon Moxley this week, and some wonder if he’ll use the match to vent his frustration—or even call out the culprits on live TV. “Buddy’s not the type to let this slide,” a source close to AEW told Fightful. “He’s pissed, and he’s got a platform.”

Fan reactions are split. Some sympathize with Ripley, arguing that her drunken state absolves her of full responsibility, while others condemn her for breaking her vows. “She’s human, not a saint,” one X user wrote. “But Buddy’s right to be mad at those guys too.” Matthews’ focus on the two wrestlers has fueled speculation of a setup, with theories ranging from a deliberate betrayal to an opportunistic moment gone wrong. Ripley’s silence only deepens the mystery, though she’s expected to appear on RAW this Monday, where the crowd’s response could force her hand.

As WrestleMania 41 nears, this scandal threatens to overshadow Ripley’s in-ring redemption arc. Matthews’ words linger as a warning, hinting at a confrontation that could cross promotional lines. Whether this ends in reconciliation or revenge, the WWE and AEW landscapes are shifting, and the fallout from that Amsterdam night may redefine Ripley’s legacy—and her marriage—forever. For now, the wrestling world watches, waiting for the next move in this real-life drama.