When a WNBA preseason game saw Kiki Iriafen forcefully bring Sophie Cunningham to the ground, it sparked enthusiasm from Black Twitter. During a Washington Mystics versus Indiana Fever matchup, Iriafen's aggressive move sent Cunningham crashing to the floor amid a scramble for the ball. The incident quickly went viral, with many on Black Twitter celebrating Iriafen's display of physicality. Despite the controversy surrounding Cunningham's "MAGA Barbie" moniker, stemming from her perceived right-wing views, she led the Fever in scoring and rebounding. The collision between Iriafen, a rookie forward, and Cunningham led to a Flagrant 1 foul being called on Iriafen, resulting in Cunningham making one free throw. The moment generated online buzz and praise for Iriafen's assertiveness on the court.