In a surprising turn of events, Becky Lynch, one of WWE’s most celebrated superstars, has hinted at her departure from WWE NXT.
This revelation comes after her recent loss of the WWE NXT Women’s Championship to Lyra Valkyria on 24th October 2023.
The championship match, which was a significant highlight of Night 1 of NXT Halloween Havoc, saw Jade Cargill as an observer in the building.
Lynch’s keen interest in the recent WWE signee, Jade Cargill, post Valkyria’s victory, added another layer of intrigue to the event. This match marked the end of Lynch’s reign, which began when she defeated Tiffany Stratton on the 12th of September episode of NXT.
Becky Lynch: Farewell to NXT
Taking to Instagram, Becky Lynch shared heartfelt sentiments about her journey in NXT. Her post read, “The NbeXT era has come to an end. I am immensely proud of my run as NXT Women’s Champion. From stepping into the ring with promising newcomers to open challenges on Raw, I’ve been a catalyst for showcasing the immense talent we have. @real_valkyria is the real deal, and the future of WWE is in good hands.”
Becky Lynch: Her Illustrious WWE Career
Becky Lynch’s association with WWE dates back to April 2013. She made her NXT television debut in June 2014 and quickly became a pivotal figure in the company’s Women’s Revolution.
By July 2015, she had made her main roster debut. Over the years, Lynch has achieved numerous accolades. She was the inaugural SmackDown Women’s Champion, a title she has overall held four times.
Additionally, she’s a two-time WWE Raw Women’s Champion and has also been a Women’s Tag Team Champion alongside her childhood hero Lita.
Lyra Valkyria’s Rising Stardom
On the other hand, Lyra Valkyria, the new NXT Women’s Champion, began her association with WWE in January 2020, where she was a regular on the now-defunct NXT UK as Aoife Valkyrie.
Valkyria made her NXT debut in December 2022, and this championship marks her first reign in WWE.
FAQ
- Who did Becky Lynch lose the WWE NXT Women’s Championship to?
- Becky Lynch lost the title to Lyra Valkyria on 24th October 2023.
- What did Becky Lynch post on Instagram about her NXT journey?
- Becky expressed her pride in her NXT run and mentioned that the “NbeXT era” has ended. She praised Lyra Valkyria and expressed confidence in the future of WWE.
- When did Lynch join WWE?
- Becky Lynch signed with WWE in April 2013.
- Who is Lyra Valkyria?
- Lyra Valkyria signed with WWE in January 2020 and has been a regular on NXT UK as Aoife Valkyrie. She made her NXT debut in December 2022.
- How many times has Becky Lynch held the SmackDown Women’s Championship?
- Becky Lynch has held the SmackDown Women’s Championship four times.
