Insight with Chris Van Vliet

Lyra Valkyria On Making WWE History, Complicated Becky Lynch Relationship, WrestleMania, Bayley

May 20, 2025
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Lyra Valkyria
Lyra Valkyria, a professional wrestler and reigning Women's Intercontinental Champion, shares her inspiring journey from Ireland to WWE. She reflects on her incredible moment at WrestleMania 41 and her relationship with role model Becky Lynch. Lyra discusses breaking barriers as the first Women’s Intercontinental Champion and her tag team experience with Bayley. She emphasizes resilience in overcoming setbacks and the emotional depth of wrestling. With humor and heart, she captures the thrill of live shows and the importance of personal connections in the sport.
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ANECDOTE

Lyra's ACL Injury Setback

  • Lyra Valkyria tore her ACL during an NXT UK match, a career setback that reshaped her perspective.
  • The injury forced her to appreciate wrestling more and strengthened her mental toughness.
INSIGHT

Irish Wrestling Grit and Support

  • Irish wrestlers have a grit and competitive yet supportive approach that helps them excel.
  • They push each other to improve without being nasty, creating a strong community.
ANECDOTE

First Meeting With Becky Lynch

  • Lyra first met Becky Lynch during Becky's WWE 24 documentary filming at her training gym.
  • She was nervous but respected Becky as the trailblazer for women in WWE.
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