A significant update has been made to the WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship match at Summerslam. Monday Night Raw revealed that the bout between reigning champion Becky Lynch and challenger Lyra Valkyria will be contested under no disqualification and no count-out rules.
During an in-ring confrontation, Lyra Valkyria challenged Becky Lynch to make their match at MetLife Stadium a no-holds-barred contest. Becky Lynch, known as “The Man,” accepted this stipulation without hesitation, setting the stage for a fierce and unpredictable showdown.
Lyra Valkyria earned her title shot by defeating Bailey in a three falls match on last week’s Raw. Initially, Becky Lynch was scheduled to defend her title against Bailey at Summerslam, but plans changed at the last minute, giving Valkyria the opportunity instead, leaving Bailey off the card for this major premium live event.
The no disqualification stipulation raises the stakes and adds a new level of drama to the women’s championship scene at Summerslam. Alongside this match, the two-night event will also see Naomi defending the Women’s World Championship in a triple threat against Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky, as well as Tiffany Stratton putting the WWE Women’s Championship on the line against Jade Cargill.
Fan Take: This unexpected shift to a no disqualification match not only amps up the excitement for Summerslam but also showcases WWE’s commitment to delivering high-stakes, unpredictable encounters for the women’s division. It signals a thrilling evolution in women’s wrestling that keeps fans eager for what’s next in the sport.
