Chelsea Green, currently holding the Interim WWE women’s championship, has publicly stated she still considers Rhea Ripley the rightful titleholder. During an interview with Etalk, Green was asked about her dream opponent and responded by naming Ripley, emphasizing their status as champions. "I think it’s only fair that I say Rhea Ripley considering I am technically the Interim women’s champion and Rhea Ripley is the WWE women’s champion," Green said. "I think we need to duke it out for a position of maybe permanent residency." This stance suggests WWE has not yet finalized plans to transition the Interim title to Green, potentially allowing Ripley to return with her championship intact. WWE has not officially confirmed Ripley’s return timeline, though sources speculate she could be back by early 2024. If Ripley returns, a unification match at a major event could be on the horizon, aligning with Green’s expressed desire for a dream showdown. The situation leaves Green in a precarious position, balancing her interim status with Ripley’s ongoing championship narrative. Fans are divided on whether this approach is the best way to handle Ripley’s recovery, with some supporting the storyline and others questioning its fairness to Green’s title claim.