Following her win over Doudrop at Saturday’s WWE Royal Rumble event that also featured the return of Ronda Rousey as she won the Women’s Royal Rumble match, RAW Women’s Champion Becky Lynch did an interview with Sports Illustrated. Here are the highlights:
On Ronda Rousey:
“Welcome back, Ronda,” said Lynch, speaking with Sports Illustrated after her victory. “I know how hard it is to come back as a new mother, I think it’s fantastic she’s back. And she has a lot to avenge. I’m still holding on to that championship she gave me three years ago.
“Since that time, I’ve gone off, had a child, came back better than ever, and defended my belt left, right and center. If I were her and I was just dipping my toes back in, I wouldn’t go for the main course. I’d start with an appetizer, like a shrimp cocktail, before I went for the steak and potatoes. But if she would like to test herself against me, then by all means. I welcome her with open arms.”
On beating Doudrop:
“She’s been working for 15 years and this was her first big opportunity,” said Lynch of Doudrop. “I know her love for this, I know how she left home to do this. I thought she did great. She’s extremely powerful and made me pull out all the stops to beat her. I don’t think this is over–I’d like to see this continue after WrestleMania.”
“This time last year, I was sitting at home on the eve of my birthday,” said Lynch. “I was at home alone with my baby, my husband had just been called back for the Royal Rumble, and I was seeing everyone else go out and do what I love to do. That night, I was absolutely miserable. This year, I’m back. I’m the champion, I’m defending the belt against hungry up-and-comers, and I’m feeling grateful and happy about that match. It was so hot we set the WrestleMania sign on fire.”
