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CM Punk allegedly slapped a fan’s phone out of the fan’s hand in the MGM Grand lobby in Las Vegas after WrestleMania 42, when the man continued filming Punk’s wife, AJ Lee; security intervened as Punk and Lee left the scene.
AJ Lee lost the Womens Intercontinental Championship to Becky Lynch at WrestleMania 42, but after the match she thanked her family and fans, called the moment her best WrestleMania experience, and said this is not goodbye — she’ll see them again soon.
AJ Lee opened up about her WWE future after losing the Women’s Intercontinental Championship to Becky Lynch at WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas. Despite the title loss and Lynch’s tactics, Lee called the WrestleMania entrance and match among her best, and in a post-show interview with Jackie Redmond she suggested she isn’t retiring, signing off with an
Becky Lynch defeated AJ Lee at WrestleMania 42 to win the Women’s Intercontinental Championship after a back-and-forth bout that saw Becky distract the referee, exploit a re-exposed turnbuckle, and finish with a Manhandle Slam for the title.
A backstage report claims WWE planned a darker line in CM Punk–Roman Reigns on Raw that would have referenced Punk's late dog Larry, but the dog reference was not used and it’s unclear whether it was changed or scrapped. Larry died in December 2025 after health issues, a point Punk and AJ Lee reportedly held close. Reigns is slated for three more Raw appearances before WrestleMania, leaving open the possibility that Larry could still be incorporated into the storyline.
CM Punk defended the World Heavyweight Title against Finn Balor at WWE Elimination Chamber 2026, trading momentum with countered moves and high-impact finishers before Punk secured the win with a GTS. Balor pressed late with a Coup de Grace, but Punk captured the victory; after the bout Balor offered a handshake, Punk hesitated, and AJ Lee returned to celebrate with Punk as dual champions.
AJ Lee explains on the Elimination Chamber pre-show why she returned to WWE after more than a decade to challenge Becky Lynch for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship: Lynch's actions and status compelled her to come out of retirement, with Lee calling Lynch a 'Mount Everest' of this generation, and detailing the shift from 'no' to 'maybe' to 'yes' that led to tonight's high-stakes match.
At WWE Survivor Series, the women's War Games match concluded with AJ Lee submitting Becky Lynch using the Black Widow, in a match that featured star-studded teams and memorable spots, including Rhea Ripley's high-flying move off the cage.
AJ Lee made a highly impressive return to WWE at WrestlePalooza after nearly a decade, earning praise from fans and the locker room for her performance in a mixed tag match, suggesting she could have a longer run in WWE.
AJ Lee made a triumphant return to WWE at Wrestlepalooza after over ten years, participating in a match that, while physically challenging, was emotionally rewarding for her and fans alike. She acknowledged the pain but expressed happiness with her performance, leaving open the possibility of future matches.
WWE Wrestlepalooza featured high-profile matches including John Cena's farewell match against Brock Lesnar, AJ Lee's return, Cody Rhodes retaining his title, Stephanie Vaquer winning the Women's World Championship, and a surprise Hall of Fame induction announcement, marking a significant event in WWE's 2025 calendar.
A leaked photo shows WWE stars CM Punk, AJ Lee, Seth Rollins, and Becky Lynch rehearsing for their mixed tag team match at WrestlePalooza 2025, generating excitement for the event, especially as AJ Lee's return to the ring is her first in over a decade.
During WWE RAW on September 15, AJ Lee made a surprise return, sparking tension with Becky Lynch and leading to a heated confrontation involving CM Punk and Seth Rollins, culminating in a mixed tag team match at Wrestlepalooza and ongoing storyline developments.
WWE Raw on September 15, 2025, features AJ Lee's return facing potential trouble, a face-to-face with Punk and Lee, John Cena's return, and several matches including Lyra Valkyria vs. Roxanne Perez and Penta vs. Kofi Kingston, with storylines building up to Wrestlepalooza and ongoing tensions within WWE storylines.
AJ Lee made a surprise return to WWE during SmackDown, attacking Becky Lynch and winning the Women’s Intercontinental Championship, and she expressed gratitude to her fans in a heartfelt Twitter message, signaling a new, personal chapter in her wrestling career.