Overview
- The two clashed in a No Disqualification, No Countout last-chance match at SummerSlam on Aug. 3 at MetLife Stadium.
- Bayley unexpectedly struck Lyra Valkyria while attempting to attack Becky Lynch, directly enabling Lynch’s pinfall victory.
- As per the stipulation, Valkyria cannot challenge for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship again while Lynch remains champion.
- The bout marked the culmination of a rivalry ignited after WrestleMania 41 when Lynch turned on Valkyria and has spanned marquee events including WWE Evolution.
- The outcome cements Lynch’s status as the division’s flagbearer and paves the way for emerging talent to challenge her on Raw.