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That said, in this article, we look at three reasons IYO SKY must defeat Liv Morgan at SummerSlam 2026.
#3. Winning Queen of the Ring should lead to championship glory
The Queen of the Ring tournament has become one of WWE’s most prestigious annual competitions. The winner earns a guaranteed world title opportunity at SummerSlam. Thus, making it a career-defining accomplishment rather than just another tournament victory.
IYO SKY earned that opportunity the hard way. She battled through a stacked bracket before defeating Liv Morgan in the Queen of the Ring final at Night of Champions. Thus, proving she already has the champion’s number. Rather than choosing the easier route, SKY immediately declared that she wanted Liv’s Women’s World Championship at SummerSlam.
If WWE books The Miracle Kid to successfully defend the title, it risks making the Queen of the Ring triumph feel less meaningful. Fans expect tournament victories to elevate a superstar into the main-event scene. Given this, there is no bigger statement than following up that achievement by capturing world championship gold.
Having IYO SKY lose after already defeating Liv Morgan in the tournament final would also undermine the momentum she has spent weeks building. Triple H has frequently rewarded stars whose momentum naturally peaks heading into major premium live events. Thus, SKY fits that pattern perfectly.
A SummerSlam victory would validate the tournament’s importance. Also, it would reinforce the idea that winning Queen of the Ring truly changes careers.
#2. RAW’s women’s division desperately needs fresh championship rivalries
Liv Morgan has enjoyed an impressive reign as Women’s World Champion. However, her reign may have already run its course. Triple H now has an opportunity to refresh the championship picture.
With this in mind, IYO SKY winning the title instantly creates multiple fresh matchups. Rising stars looking to establish themselves would have a new champion to chase. Meanwhile, Liv would have every reason to invoke her rematch clause and continue the rivalry.
Also, the change would help separate The Miracle Kid from constantly revolving around championship defenses. She has developed into one of WWE’s most complete characters. Given this, arguably, she no longer needs a title to remain one of RAW’s biggest attractions.
Meanwhile, IYO has always thrived as the fighting champion who delivers spectacular matches against a wide variety of opponents. That alone would breathe new life into Monday Night RAW’s women’s division.
#1. IYO SKY deserves another defining world title reign
IYO SKY has consistently proven she belongs among WWE’s elite. Thus, another Women’s World Championship reign would further cement her legacy as one of the defining stars of this era.
Over the past year, The Genius of the Sky has remained one of the most reliable performers on the roster. She delivers standout matches on premium live events and weekly television alike. Her Queen of the Ring victory was a testament to that consistency. It revealed that she can still thrive at the highest level despite the increasing competition in WWE’s women’s division.
Thus, SummerSlam is the perfect stage to capitalize on that momentum. A victory over Liv Morgan would feel like the culmination of IYO’s recent journey rather than a random title change. She has already earned her championship opportunity by winning Queen of the Ring. Given this, defeating the reigning Women’s World Champion on one of WWE’s biggest stages would validate her tournament triumph.
Also, it would send a clear message that Triple H is willing to reward sustained in-ring excellence. Although Morgan has enjoyed a successful reign, IYO SKY’s combination of athleticism, storytelling, and ability to elevate every opponent makes her an ideal face of the RAW women’s division.
With fresh challengers waiting in the wings, another reign for The Genius of the Sky could usher in an exciting new chapter for the Women’s World Championship. Also, it would give one of WWE’s most accomplished stars the spotlight she has earned.
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