Lyra Valkyria, the recent Women’s Intercontinental Champion, became the target of harsh mockery by Grayson Waller before tonight’s WWE RAW in Orlando, drawing a strong response from the crowd. This unexpected Lyra Valkyria WWE trolling took place at the Kia Center, where both stars arrived ahead of the show, and quickly set the tone for a dramatic evening on the red brand.
Grayson Waller, an Australian WWE superstar, approached Valkyria for what appeared to be a friendly gesture—a fist bump. Instead, Waller yanked his hand away at the last second, leaving Valkyria visibly snubbed as onlookers ridiculed her reaction. The incident went viral on social media as Waller celebrated and Valkyria later addressed her mortifying experience online, playfully expressing her frustration.
“New years resolution: One succesful high five/handshake in my life,” she wrote.
This moment not only underscored Valkyria’s uneasy position on RAW, but also highlighted how her recent alliance with Bayley hasn’t shielded her from public embarrassment. The scene also showcased the WWE audience’s enthusiasm for real-time drama and unscripted moments that blur the line between competition and entertainment.
Latest Developments in the WWE Women’s Division
Earlier this year, Lyra Valkyria lost her Women’s Intercontinental Championship to Becky Lynch during the Money in the Bank 2025 event. Following that defeat, Maxxine Dupri seized the championship at Madison Square Garden last month and is now preparing to defend her title against “Big Time Becks” on RAW next week. The division remains fiercely competitive, with Stephanie Vaquer set to defend the Women’s World Championship against Nikki Bella and Raquel Rodriguez later tonight in a Triple Threat match—drawing even greater attention to Valkyria’s ongoing journey.
Criticism of Valkyria’s Promo Skills Fuels Further Debate
While Valkyria deals with high-profile trolling both on social media and backstage, her on-screen persona has also come under scrutiny. Former WWE writer Vince Russo has been openly critical of Valkyria’s mic work, claiming that her promos lack authenticity and do not connect with the audience.
“Valkyria is horrible. Horrible, bro. Nothing out of her mouth is believable. That’s not how a person would act in that situation. And like I said, bro, if I’m there, we’re doing it over and over and over. And I’m telling her, if this were real, nobody would react that way. You are so over-the-top. And it is such bad acting, and we’re going to sit here and do it all night until I believe it. That’s exactly what I’m doing,” Russo said.
This sharp critique from Russo, made during his appearance on Legion of RAW, adds to the pressure on Valkyria and brings into question her future trajectory within WWE. With mounting criticism, both internally and externally, Valkyria faces significant challenges as she navigates her career following the loss of her championship.
Looking Ahead for Lyra Valkyria on WWE RAW
As alliances shift and new matchups are scheduled, Lyra Valkyria’s ability to move past the recent public humiliation and critique of her skills will be crucial. The immediate reaction to her trolling by Grayson Waller, combined with high-stakes title matches involving Bayley, Maxxine Dupri, and Stephanie Vaquer, suggests that Valkyria’s next steps on RAW could determine her standing in the women’s division. Whether she can redeem herself in the eyes of both fans and her peers remains an open question as the drama continues to unfold.
New years resolution: One succesful high five/handshake in my life https://t.co/zo8dKsqit7
— LYRA VALKYRIA (@Real_Valkyria) December 29, 2025
