AJ Lee is making her long-awaited return to WWE singles competition, and she has opened up about the real reason behind her decision to come back. During an interview with Michael Cole on the Elimination Chamber pre-show, Lee explained that Becky Lynch’s challenge was the key moment that convinced her to step back into the ring.

A Personal Challenge From Becky Lynch

Lee revealed that Lynch’s actions, particularly targeting her personal life, played a major role in her decision to return. ‘I feel like Becky chose me. She went after my husband and I think there was a chance she knew that would maybe get me out of retirement,’ Lee said.

Lee emphasized that this return was not just another opportunity, but a significant statement. ‘If it had been almost anyone else, I don’t know if I would have taken that challenge. It’s the fact that Becky is this Mount Everest to me,’ she explained.

A Legacy to Prove

Lee acknowledged Lynch’s status as one of the top female wrestlers in the industry and expressed her motivation to prove she still belongs at that level. ‘She’ll say it too, she’s one of the best there is right now, and I want to prove I can exist and dominate in two generations,’ Lee said.

For years, WWE had reached out to Lee about a potential return, but her answer was always a firm no. ‘The option kept coming up and the question was if this would be something I would be interested in, and the answer was always ‘no, she’s done’,’ Lee said.

However, that mindset changed when she had a moment of reconsideration. ‘There was a day where I woke up and the answer was maybe, and once it was a maybe, I knew it was a yes,’ she said.

Impact on WWE’s Women’s Division

Lee’s return has already had a noticeable impact on WWE’s women’s division, and now she has the opportunity to capture the Women’s Intercontinental Championship against one of the defining stars of this generation. The rivalry has already been fueled by personal stakes and generational pride.

The match between Lee and Lynch is expected to be one of the most significant moments of Lee’s comeback. With both women bringing their own styles and experiences to the ring, the match has the potential to be a highlight of the Elimination Chamber event.

As the match approaches, fans are left wondering whether AJ Lee will defeat Becky Lynch and prove she can dominate a new generation, or if Lynch will cement her legacy by shutting down one of WWE’s most iconic returns.