WWE RAW: 5 Biggest news stories- Intergender match challenge, Bobby Lashley's top contenders revealed (May 24, 2021)

#2 Rhea Ripley's opponent for WWE Hell in a Cell revealed

The Empress of Tomorrow @WWEAsuka goes one-on-one with The Opportunity @MsCharlotteWWE!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/OREjEmmIcA

— WWE (@WWE) May 25, 2021

Charlotte Flair and Asuka have faced each other on numerous occasions, and the two fought again during this week's WWE RAW. Unlike most rematches, Flair and Asuka's in-ring chemistry often results in must-see action.

The two women lived up to their reputations and put on a lengthy yet engaging contest this week. Their bout immediately followed Nikki Cross vs. Rhea Ripley, and it set a clear narrative for the RAW Women's Championship match at WWE Hell in a Cell.

Asuka and Flair were the two top contenders for the title, but thanks to a roll-up win, The Queen earned the top contender spot to face Ripley at next month's pay-per-view.

THE OPPORTUNITY WINS!@MsCharlotteWWE is victorious against @WWEAsuka in an incredible encounter on #WWERaw. pic.twitter.com/VeZK2CQvxy

— WWE (@WWE) May 25, 2021

Charlotte Flair vs. Rhea Ripley was a more sensible creative direction over Asuka vs. Rhea Ripley at this stage. After all, the latter match took place at this year's WrestleMania event, so returning to Asuka vs. Ripley so early would have added more to the repetitive cycle of RAW.

Meanwhile, Flair and Ripley haven't faced each other in singles competition since last year's WrestleMania event. The current RAW Women's Champion lost on that occasion, and now the timing seems right for her to gain some revenge.