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Time of India
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Becky Lynch calls out Lyra Valkyria, big matches set for WWE Raw before Backlash
WWE Monday Night Raw is all set for a big show on May 5(2025), live from the CHI Health Center in Omaha, Nebraska. This episode will be the final Raw before the Backlash Premium Live Event, and it promises drama, big matches, and some heated confrontations. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now With many top stars appearing, it looks like fans are in for a wild night. Just days before their big matches at Backlash, WWE is making sure the rivalries get more intense and stories move forward in a big way. Becky Lynch to face Lyra Valkyria One of the most exciting parts of the upcoming Raw is when and will come face-to-face. Becky is set to challenge Lyra for the Women's Intercontinental Championship at Backlash. Now, she is coming to Raw to call her out, and things could get intense. Last week, their rivalry took a wild turn when Becky attacked Lyra near the entrance ramp. That moment showed that Becky Lynch was fully ready to fight and would do anything she could to become champion again. Raw General Manager Adam Pearce confirmed on social media that Becky will be live on the May 5 episode(2025) to speak directly to Valkyria. This meeting could turn into a big fight if the two superstars did not hold back. IYO SKY, Rusev, SethRollins, and various more in action Women's World Champion will also be in action on Raw. She is facing rising star Roxanne Perez in a non-title singles match. This bout was announced after weeks of tension, including a moment when SKY saved from a sneak attack by Perez and Giulia. With emotions running high, this match could be a major attraction. will return to the ring to face Otis. Rusev returned to Raw after WrestleMania and now wants to show everyone that he is back and stronger than ever. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Otis is no easy opponent, but Rusev is determined to show fans that he still has what it takes to dominate. JD McDonagh and will also go one-on-one after weeks of tension. Penta recently dropped Chad Gable with a hard kick backstage, and now it's time for payback and answers in the ring. Adding to the lineup, Seth Rollins, Bron Breakker, and Paul Heyman will be on Raw to speak to the WWE Universe. Their appearance comes one week after they brutally attacked Sami Zayn when he refused to join them and move to SmackDown. Fans are eager to hear what they have to say next. WWE Raw (5 May 2025) matches: Becky Lynch calls out Lyra Valkyria IYO SKY vs. Roxanne Perez Rusev vs. Otis JD McDonagh vs. Penta Seth Rollins, Bron Breakker & Paul Heyman speak to fans Also Read : With all the above, this episode of Raw is full of important moments. From title challengers clashing to personal fights building up, the stage is set for an unforgettable event. WWE fans would not want to miss a second of it.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'I have to start that process very soon': WWE star Naomi planning to step back from WWE
(Image Via WWE) WWE superstar Naomi, who has recently become an overnight sensation after turning heel on WWE by attacking Jade Cargill, is planning to step back from the company for a very special and personal reason. Naomi has expressed her decision to step back and take a lengthy wrestling break to look after her personal life. She has focused on her professional life all her life, but this time it seems she wants to give her full time to her family. The WWE star was last seen against Jade Cargill at WrestleMania 41. During the match, Naomi displayed a heel-like aggression, but Jade turned the tide with powerful moves. Despite Naomi's impressive moves, Jade Cargill secured the victory. Naomi decides to step back from WWE to focus on family planning WWE star Naomi has decided to step back from WWE. However, the WWE star has been getting a ton of praise for the new heel character that she debuted after being revealed as Jade Cargill's attacker. But Naomi has recently revealed that both she and her husband Jimmy Uso have been wanting to have children for a while, for which she will be going on a lengthy break from wrestling. Naomi opened up about her decision during an interview at The Nikki & Brie Show in a conversation with The Bellas during WrestleMania 41 weekend in Las Vegas. WrestleMania Weekend Part 2 with Naomi During the interview, Naomi said, 'I have to step away and, you know, take care of my health, take care of myself. And if we're going to have kids, I have to start that process very soon, so with that on my mind, too, and on my plate, I think that makes, you know, my time left here even more special and valuable to me and that's why I'm like, just so passionate about what I'm doing, because I really think this might be it.' She further added that Jimmy Uso and she are considering the decision because of her health issues. 'I'm definitely leaning towards it, but I've had health issues. I only have one ovary. Even if I wanted to continue wrestling longer, my biological clock, I can't. We got a lot to figure out. I have to step away. And take care of my health and myself. If we're going to have kids, I have to start that process very soon,' Naomi said. Also Read : 'This needs to consume your life to be great': John Cena opens up about his retirement from WWE in 2025 Though Naomi has not revealed when she will take a break from WWE, but her next match is already being set up by WWE. With the Backlash Premium Live Event fast approaching, Naomi could be next seen in a rematch with her arch rival Jade Cargill soon.
