Lyra Valkyria Triumphs Over Bayley to Retain Intercontinental Title on WWE Raw

WWE Raw: Lyra Valkyria Continues Her Reign

Lyra Valkyria showcased her prowess on WWE Raw, successfully defending her Intercontinental Championship against Bayley during the April 7 episode. This match marked her fourth title defense as she heads towards Wrestlemania 41.

The contest began with both competitors engaging in a classic grappling exchange, each vying for early dominance. The pace intensified when Valkyria attempted a kick, only to be met with a knee strike from Bayley.

Bayley struggled to execute a turnbuckle maneuver, allowing Valkyria to demonstrate her grappling skills. However, Bayley regained momentum after Valkyria's back gave way during a Nightwing attempt, landing a running knee strike that sent Valkyria to the mat.

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The audience in Minneapolis erupted with cheers as Bayley finally managed to slam Valkyria into the turnbuckle. She attempted to secure a submission victory with a full Boston Crab, but Valkyria cleverly escaped by grabbing Bayley's leg. Valkyria then evaded a Roseplant attempt and leveraged her weight to pin Bayley for the victory with a Jackknife cover.

After the match, Valkyria extended her hand for a handshake, but a visibly frustrated Bayley initially turned away. However, she later returned to the ring to embrace Valkyria, who celebrated her 85-day reign as Intercontinental Champion.

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Since claiming the women’s Intercontinental Championship, Lyra Valkyria has emerged as one of the most formidable faces on the WWE Raw roster. As the reigning mid-card champion, speculation surrounds her potential match at the upcoming Wrestlemania 41, possibly against Bayley, although no official plans have been confirmed.