Bayley recently sparked discussion in the WWE community after calling AJ Lee “wifey” in a social media post promoting their upcoming match. The exchange came following Bayley’s victory in a six-woman gauntlet match on Monday Night RAW, which earned her the spot as number one contender for AJ Lee’s WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship.
On Instagram, Bayley shared a graphic highlighting the upcoming title fight along with a reminder of their 2013 WWE Divas Championship encounter on NXT. Noting the 13-year gap between their matches, Bayley wrote,
“Hi Wifey…..13 years later, can’t get rid of me 😅😻@theajmendez,”
in her caption.
Reactions from WWE Superstars and Fans to Bayley’s Post
The post attracted attention from a variety of WWE personalities. Notable reactions included likes from Jade Cargill, CM Punk, Liv Morgan, Chelsea Green, Blake Monroe, and others. Meanwhile, figures such as Maxxine Dupri, Cathy Kelley, and Dakota Kai left comments under the post, further highlighting the buzz surrounding the upcoming contest between Bayley and AJ Lee.
Becky Lynch’s Response to Bayley’s Title Contendership
AJ Lee captured the WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship by defeating Becky Lynch at the Elimination Chamber Premium Live Event. Following her absence from Monday Night RAW after losing the title, Lynch reacted to Bayley’s gauntlet victory with a sarcastic message aimed at the new contender and champion.
“CONGRATULATIONS, BASIC BAYLEY, YOU WON A FAKE TITLE MATCH WITH A FAKE CHAMPION!!!” Lynch wrote.
Becky Lynch’s remark reflects her WWE persona’s tension and may hint at future developments if she returns to challenge AJ Lee again in the ring.
Implications and Anticipation for the Upcoming WWE Match
The buildup to this WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship match has generated significant interest, especially because of the long-standing connection between Bayley and AJ Lee. Fans and wrestlers alike are eager to see how the rivalry continues, particularly with Jade Cargill and other stars showing their support and engagement with the storyline.
This encounter not only rekindles memories of their previous 2013 bout but also sets the stage for a compelling narrative within WWE’s women’s division moving forward.
