Backstage Praise for Becky Lynch After Guiding AJ Lee’s WWE Return Match

AJ Lee’s in-ring return at WrestlePalooza had fans on their feet, but the biggest nod of respect backstage reportedly went to Becky Lynch.

While AJ Lee showed she still had the skills that made her a fan favorite, sources are crediting Lynch for making sure the high-profile tag match with Seth Rollins, CM Punk, and AJ Lee went as smoothly as it did. According to those in WWE via Fightful Select, Becky was a major reason why AJ’s first match in nearly a decade looked seamless.

“Becky Lynch was heavily credited for her performance, one longtime WWE name said that Lynch has helped lead so many wrestlers through matches when they’ve taken long absences and they feel she did well.”

That insight lines up with Becky’s reputation in the locker room as a leader who can guide talent through big moments. With AJ Lee having been out of the ring since 2015, the pressure was massive, but Lynch’s role helped keep everything on track and let the story shine.

The match itself ended with AJ Lee forcing Lynch to tap out to the Black Widow submission, but it was Becky’s behind-the-scenes role that had people talking afterward. From her ability to structure matches to her knack for timing, those close to the situation believe she deserves a ton of credit for the night’s success.