The January 27, 2025, episode of WWE Raw delivered a major shake-up to the womens division as Lyra Valkyria officially declared for the Royal Rumble match. In a backstage interview with Jackie Redmond, the NXT Womens Champion made it clear that shes ready for the challenge and intends to prove herself on one of WWEs 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 Valkyrias reign. The title looks good on you, but dont get used to it, Gable said, hinting that Ivy Nile would be coming for the championship soon.
Valkyria didnt back down, firing back with, This is the closest youll 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, Valkyrias 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 Womens Royal Rumble!
