Becky Lynch is visibly angry and directs sharp criticism at Ariel Helwani after Iyo Skye was awarded the title of 2025 Female Wrestler of the Year by Uncrown. Shortly after the award announcement was posted on December 31, 2025, Lynch took to Twitter to express her outrage over a decision she deemed unfair, not holding back in her condemnation.
In her tweet, Lynch wrote, “Terrible Ariel clearly needs his head examined!!! Is he insane?! Icky Iyo used an illegal dumpster to cheapshot my entire team (but not me)!!! Now you can be Wrestler of the Year?!? Ariel has lost touch with reality!!! So sad, he used to be a great reporter!!! Good luck Ariel!!!” This was a direct reply to @uncrownedcombat’s announcement naming Iyo Skye as the top female wrestler of the year, where Iyo topped the list ahead of notable names like Mercedes Monet, Tiffany Stratton, and Rhea Ripley. Although Becky had a strong year, she ended up in 6th place, which clearly frustrated her.
Mukan, presumably another wrestling commentator, praised Iyo’s performance, saying, “2025 seemed to unlock something entirely new within her.” However, Becky disagreed and accused Helwani of becoming disconnected from the wrestling world. By specifically naming Ariel, Becky indicated she holds him responsible for the rankings and their perceived flaws. Regardless of who actually compiled the list, her message was clear: she believes the decision is completely wrong.
As a long-standing figure in the WWE women’s division, Becky’s frustration likely comes from a place of respect for the sport as well as disappointment. This reaction was not a light-hearted tease but a full-blown challenge to the credibility of the entire ranking system.
Fan Take: This controversy highlights the intense passion and high stakes within WWE’s women’s division, showing how much recognition means to these athletes. For fans, it adds an intriguing layer of drama that could fuel future rivalries and storylines, keeping the sport dynamic and captivating.
