The January 27, 2025, episode of WWE Raw delivered a major shake-up to the women’s division as Lyra Valkyria officially declared for the Royal Rumble match. In a backstage interview with Jackie Redmond, the NXT Women’s Champion made it clear that she’s ready for the challenge and intends to prove herself on one of WWE’s biggest stages.

As Valkyria confidently spoke about being a fighting champion, American Made interrupted. Chad Gable, Ivy Nile, and the rest of Alpha Academy made their presence known, with Gable taking a shot at Valkyria’s reign. “The title looks good on you, but don’t get used to it,” Gable said, hinting that Ivy Nile would be coming for the championship soon.

Valkyria didn’t back down, firing back with, “This is the closest you’ll get to the Intercontinental Championship.” The tension escalated as Nile made her intentions clear, promising to eliminate Valkyria from the Royal Rumble. The exchange set the stage for a potential showdown between the two, adding another layer to the already stacked Rumble lineup.

With WWE Raw rolling into its Netflix era and the Royal Rumble just days away, Valkyria’s entry only adds to the unpredictability of the match. Will she survive the chaos, or will Ivy Nile make good on her promise? Drop your thoughts below and let us know who your pick is to win the Women’s Royal Rumble!

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Steve Carrier is the founder of Ringside News and has been reporting on pro wrestling since 1997. His stories have been featured on TMZ, Forbes, Bleacher Report, and more.

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