Becky Lynch Expected to Gain Unexpected Ally in WWE Rivalry with Bayley

The landscape of the WWE RAW women’s division was dramatically altered during this past Monday’s episode, as Bayley made her shocking return to programming. The comeback culminated in a targeted assault on the newly crowned Women’s Intercontinental Champion, Becky Lynch, injecting a new layer of chaos into the championship scene.

The ambush occurred while Lynch was in the ring addressing her victory at Money in the Bank. After calling out the former champion, Lyra Valkyria, who she had defeated for the title, the two rivals stood ready for a confrontation. However, as Valkyria made her way down the ramp, Bayley emerged to attack Lynch from behind. In a curious turn, Valkyria then sent the reeling champion back into the ring toward Bayley, though Lynch ultimately managed to escape through the crowd before Bayley could execute the Rose Plant.

The incident places Lynch in a precarious position, caught between two distinct rivalries. Her feud with Valkyria is a recent development, stemming from Lynch’s own heel turn back on the April 21 episode of WWE RAW. After the duo, who had won the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships at WrestleMania 41, lost the titles, Lynch attacked Valkyria, igniting a bitter animosity between them.

Bayley’s Return Complicates Championship Picture

Bayley’s re-emergence adds a significant complication, as she has her own history connected to recent events. Before being sidelined, she was scheduled to team with Lyra Valkyria at WrestleMania 41. However, a backstage attack rendered her unable to compete, with Becky Lynch stepping in to take her place in the championship match. Her return and immediate targeting of Lynch suggest a clear intent to pursue the Women’s Intercontinental Championship.

The attack has also fueled speculation regarding Lyra Valkyria’s next move. Visibly stunned by Bayley’s appearance, Valkyria’s path to a championship rematch is now potentially obstructed. This new development could foster resentment, possibly leading to a heel turn for Valkyria as she navigates a complex three-woman conflict over the title. The definitive direction for all three competitors will unfold on subsequent editions of WWE RAW.