WWE Hall of Famer Paul Heyman openly expressed his views on Becky Lynch and AJ Lee during a recent appearance on ESPN’s First Take. When questioned about his plans to be ringside for the upcoming match featuring Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch versus CM Punk and AJ Lee, Heyman revealed that he is not particularly concerned. He emphasized that AJ Lee does not match up to the level of Becky Lynch, whom he regards as the greatest women’s wrestler.
Heyman Highlights Becky Lynch’s Historic Achievements
Heyman praised Becky Lynch as the first woman to headline WrestleMania and secure a victory in that main event, specifically recalling her win against Ronda Rousey and Charlotte Flair. He suggested that Lynch’s accomplishments place her in a league above AJ Lee. Heyman expressed frustration that CM Punk’s family is being drawn into a storyline he considers ill-conceived, proposing that the main focus should remain on the rivalry between Rollins and Punk.
Heyman Critiques the Current Match Setup
Paul Heyman stated,
“I’m always comfortable ringside with Seth Freakin Rollins,”
indicating his confidence in Rollins’ abilities. He continued,
“Maybe the strategy calls for me to be elsewhere at that moment. Maybe the strategy calls me to be ringside at the moment. I actually think this is a complete misuse of CM Punk’s family, to be very honest with you.”
He further asserted,
“I don’t think AJ Lee is in the league of the greatest women’s wrestler of all time, Becky Lynch. The first woman to ever main event WrestleMania and win, by the way. She won the match. Didn’t just main event it; she won the match against Ronda Rousey and Charlotte Flair. I think it should simply be Seth Rollins versus CM Punk, and the loser keeps AJ Lee.”
Implications for Wrestling Storylines and Fans
Heyman’s comments highlight ongoing debates about the standing and legacy of top female wrestlers in WWE history. His strong support of Becky Lynch as the “Becky Lynch Greatest Wrestler” underlines her dominance and influence in the sport. This perspective may influence how storylines develop, especially regarding the placement of AJ Lee in current matchups. Fans are encouraged to share their opinions on whether AJ Lee measures up to Lynch’s legacy as these rivalries continue to unfold.
