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Becky Lynch Secures Women’s Intercontinental Title With Controversial Finish

Her heel tactics against Lyra Valkyria reinforce her villainous persona, elevating the midcard crown’s prominence.

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Overview

  • Becky Lynch defeated Lyra Valkyria at WWE Money in the Bank 2025 to capture the Women’s Intercontinental Championship for the first time.
  • Lynch secured the victory by pulling Valkyria’s tights for a disputed pinfall that intensified the match’s controversy.
  • The win solidifies Lynch’s full-time heel status despite her standing as a respected veteran in WWE’s women’s division.
  • The feud dates back to Lynch’s surprise return and tag-team title victory at WrestleMania 41 before she turned on Valkyria following their title loss.
  • Their rivalry has raised the championship’s profile and cast Valkyria as a likable underdog babyface