Becky Lynch’s Intercontinental Championship reign and classic WWE feuds are taking center stage in WWE RAW, following her recent title win. Sports insiders, including Bill Apter, predict Lynch’s time as champion may reignite iconic rivalries and reshape the Women’s division.
Lynch Captures Women’s Intercontinental Title on RAW
Becky Lynch secured the Women’s Intercontinental Championship by overcoming her former protégé, Lyra Valkyria, at Money in the Bank. The Man’s triumphant victory forced Valkyria to acknowledge her defeat in the ring, but the tension quickly escalated when Valkyria retaliated by suplexing Lynch. This dramatic moment emphasized that the animosity between the two competitors is far from resolved.
Industry Experts React to WWE’s Decision
Veteran wrestling journalist Bill Apter explained his views on the booking during a recent edition of The Wrestling Time Machine, expressing surprise at WWE’s choice not to let Lyra retain the championship. Apter’s analysis highlighted a significant shift in Becky’s character, who has recently gained even more fan support with her renewed persona. Apter suggested that WWE could revisit some of the most famous Becky Lynch feuds during her current Intercontinental Championship run, possibly setting up a major confrontation with Bayley.
“I wanted to see Lyra retain. Now, I see Becky Lynch, she’s a new Becky Lynch. She’s a new character, she’s caught on very well. There’s a lot of people, of course, like Bayley who are coming after her at this point. So, they’re gonna be rerunning some of the feuds that Becky had probably first time around.”
—Bill Apter, Sportskeeda Senior Editor
Legends and New Challengers Target Lynch
As the Women’s Intercontinental Champion, Becky Lynch will continue to be a primary focus in WWE programming. With rivals like Lyra Valkyria and Bayley eyeing the title, the challenge for Lynch will intensify each week. These developments could lead to the renewal of past blockbuster rivalries and the formation of new storylines within the WWE Women’s division.
Outlook for the Championship Run
While questions remain about how long Becky Lynch can defend her Intercontinental Championship, anticipation builds as both seasoned competitors and rising stars prepare to challenge her. The ongoing conflicts may provide fans with high-stakes matches and classic WWE feuds resurfacing, keeping the division dynamic and unpredictable.
