Zelina Vega Captures US Title on SmackDown – History was made on the April 25th episode of WWE SmackDown, as Zelina Vega captured the WWE Women’s United States Championship for the first time in her career.
Vega defeated Chelsea Green in a high-stakes match that served as the culmination of weeks of tension between the two competitors. The finish came after Green’s allies, The Secret Hervice (Piper Niven and Alba Fyre), were ejected from ringside by the referee following repeated interference. With the odds finally evened, Vega capitalized on the moment and landed a Code Red to secure the pinfall victory and the championship.
This win marks Vega’s first reign as WWE Women’s United States Champion and her first singles title since signing with WWE. Known for her resilience and technical prowess, the win signifies a major turning point in her career, especially after years of competing in both singles and tag team action.
Chelsea Green, who became the inaugural WWE Women’s U.S. Champion back in December 2024, ends her reign at 132 days. During her tenure, she successfully defended the title four times and elevated the profile of the championship through her brash personality and controversial tactics.
The victory adds to Vega’s accolades, having previously won the first-ever Queen’s Crown tournament in 2021, but until now had not held a singles championship in the company. With the title around her waist, Vega is now positioned as a central figure in the SmackDown women’s division, with potential challengers like Alba Fyre, Piper Niven, and even a rematch with Green looming.
Zelina Vega Captures US Title on SmackDown
