AJ Lee recently spoke candidly about her feelings regarding her WWE feud with Becky Lynch, which unfolded during Lee’s return to the company last year. The rivalry developed after Lynch teamed up with her husband Seth Rollins on WWE programming for the first time in six years, prompting CM Punk—who was in a feud with Rollins at that time—to bring in his wife, AJ Lee, as a counterforce.
Key Moments in the AJ Lee and Becky Lynch Rivalry
Throughout their conflict, Lee gained notable victories over Lynch, including making her submit during a mixed tag team showdown at WWE Wrestlepalooza and again during the women’s WarGames match at Survivor Series. These confrontations highlighted the competitive tension between the two wrestlers as part of the ongoing storyline on WWE TV.
Insights From Recent Podcast Appearance
AJ Lee and CM Punk recently appeared as guests on the Hot Ones Versus podcast, where they discussed their perspectives on Becky Lynch and Seth Rollins. Lee expressed a clear respect for Lynch, emphasizing that her opinion of Lynch is independent of Lynch’s relationship with Rollins.
“I love Becky, don’t you dare. Who she’s married to is not a reflection of who she is.”
– AJ Lee
Despite Lee’s defense, Punk added his own view, hinting that Lynch’s partnership with Rollins might influence some perceptions.
“I mean it kind of is. I did see the clip of Becky and Seth, Becky pulled a card and said say something nice about CM Punk or eat a wing, and that little bitch just ate a wing.”
– CM Punk
Punk’s comment referred to an earlier episode of Hot Ones Versus featuring Lynch and Rollins, where Lynch chose to eat a spicy wing instead of complimenting Punk.
Significance of This Feud in WWE Storylines
The AJ Lee Becky Lynch feud offered fans a layered narrative, blending personal dynamics with competitive drama. Lee’s return to WWE and her clashes with Lynch added depth to ongoing storylines involving Rollins and Punk, two high-profile WWE figures. This rivalry not only entertained audiences but also revealed the complex relationships between these performers behind the scenes. Moving forward, the interactions between these wrestlers could continue to influence WWE programming and fan engagement.
