AJ Lee Returns on RAW as Maxxine Dupri Upends Becky Lynch to Capture Women’s Intercontinental Title
In a shocking turn of events on the November 17, 2025, episode of WWE Monday Night RAW at Madison Square Garden, Maxxine Dupri defeated Becky Lynch to become the new WWE Women’s Intercontinental Champion, thanks to the dramatic return of AJ Lee.
Surprise Return Steals the Show
AJ Lee, who has been absent from the ring since her WrestlePalooza appearance in September, made an unexpected comeback during the main event. Her re‑entrance caused a major distraction, allowing Dupri to climb back into the match and land a decisive cross‑body from the top rope for the pinfall.
Title Win Caps Dupri’s Rising Story
The victory marks Dupri’s first major title on the main roster. She has pushed Lynch multiple times, having beaten her by count-out and in a match that ended in disqualification, but was unable to win the belt until now.
During the match, Lynch appeared to dominate early, but Dupri fought back with near-falls and a well-locked ankle lock. Just as Lynch seemed in control, AJ Lee’s return shifted momentum.
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Implications for the Women’s Division
Lee’s return is significant, not just for helping Dupri, but for what it suggests about the future of the women’s division. Her presence could reignite rivalries, particularly with Lynch, and change the power dynamics at RAW.