Before the latest WWE RAW episode, Gunther shared pointed advice with Becky Lynch as she prepares for another confrontation with Maxxine Dupri, the reigning Women’s Intercontinental Champion. The interaction comes amid mounting frustrations for Lynch, who has voiced concerns about the direction of WWE and her rivalry with Dupri, blending personal vendetta and professional stakes into her upcoming appearance.
Gunther’s Suggestion to Becky Lynch Sparks Controversy
On the day of the anticipated WWE RAW event, Becky Lynch released a new vlog, giving fans a look behind the scenes as she prepared for her ongoing feud with Maxxine Dupri. During the video, Gunther, also known as The Ring General, appeared and addressed Lynch’s recent turmoil following her controversial loss of the Women’s Intercontinental Championship to Dupri last month. According to recent events, Lynch has been outspoken about alleged corruption in WWE, and Gunther’s advice reflected his own in-ring strategy.
Referring to his memorable retirement match earlier in the month, where he forced John Cena to submit, Gunther recommended a similar approach for Lynch against AJ Lee, who has repeatedly been involved in pivotal moments of Lynch’s recent matches.
“What you gotta do is the same as I do. Make her tap like a little b****,” he said. – Gunther, WWE Superstar
AJ Lee’s Role Escalates Tension in the Rivalry
AJ Lee’s return to WWE this year has significantly impacted Becky Lynch’s trajectory. Lee’s alliance with CM Punk saw them secure a victory over Lynch and Seth Rollins during the mixed tag team event at WWE Wrestlepalooza 2025. Lee further affected the outcome of Lynch’s recent title defense by creating a distraction that allowed Maxxine Dupri to capture the championship.
Throughout recent events, Lee has twice defeated Lynch using her signature Black Widow submission hold—first at Wrestlepalooza and then again during the Women’s WarGames match at Survivor Series, cementing herself as a major obstacle in Lynch’s quest to reclaim her championship standing.
Becky Lynch Calls for Accountability Amid Setbacks
Following another heated exchange with Maxxine Dupri on last week’s episode, Becky Lynch demanded that Dupri face legal consequences over what she described as an illegitimate championship reign. The confrontation set the stage for another Women’s Intercontinental Championship match scheduled for the following week on WWE RAW.
During their latest in-ring encounter, Lynch attempted to ambush Dupri, but the maneuver failed, leading to Lynch being trapped in an ankle lock and forced to tap out once more. Frustrated by repeated defeats and the manner in which she lost her title, Lynch took to social media to escalate her claims, making a dramatic plea for police action.
“Now, everybody saw exactly what I’m talking about. Moody Maxxine goes out there, illegitimate champ, holding my title, which, by the way, there should have been police there to arrest her, because she didn’t own that. She stole that… And actually, we should have the cops here to arrest you. I’m gonna go, I’m gonna go find them, actually. Let me call 911.” – Becky Lynch, Former Women’s Intercontinental Champion
What Lies Ahead in the Women’s Intercontinental Title Picture
As the friction between Becky Lynch and Maxxine Dupri intensifies, their rivalry continues to captivate the WWE Universe. Gunther’s direct advice highlights the high stakes of personal pride and redemption, while AJ Lee’s ongoing interference ensures the path to regaining the championship remains fraught with obstacles. With another showdown scheduled for WWE RAW, all eyes remain on whether Becky Lynch can overcome her challengers and reclaim her status as Women’s Intercontinental Champion.
