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The 2022 edition of the Women's Royal Rumble finished on a high note as Ronda Rousey made her way to the free-for-all. She did so for the first time in her career and outlasted everyone else to earn her ticket to WrestleMania.
As per the stipulation of the Rumble, Rousey has the option to choose the champion she'd face. Currently, Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair are the RAW and SmackDown Women's Champions, respectively.
Since her debut in 2018, Ronda has had high-profile feuds with both champions. Thus, her Rumble victory reignites their rivalries.
Whether she'll face Flair or Lynch will be revealed in the buildup to WrestleMania. Nonetheless, let us discuss three reasons she should challenge Charlotte Flair (and three she should go after Becky Lynch).
#5. Should challenge Becky: The Man is the only superstar to pin Ronda Rousey
Arguably one of the best debuts of the previous decade, Rousey made her appearance with a bang at the 2018 Rumble. Her entrance completely overshadowed the first edition of the Women's Royal Rumble.
Since her debut, Ronda has been included in several feuds against the likes of Alexa Bliss, Nia Jax, Sasha Banks, Bella Twins, Flair, Lynch, and even Triple H.
However, there was no superstar in Vince McMahon's promotion who was a legit threat to her dominance. Her chain of coups also made her the RAW Women's Champion.
The former UFC star defended her championship at WrestleMania 35 against Flair and Lynch. This was the first time women headlined The Grandest Stage of Them All.
The match was terrific. The same cannot be said for its finish. Lynch rolled up the then RAW Women's Champion for a pin and succeeded. A revolutionary contest ending controversially and naively was meant to be examined.
Regardless of what happened, it was Ronda Rousey who took the fall. This was the first and the only instance when The Rowdy Superstar was pinned in WWE. The name behind her fall was none other than Becky Lynch.
The defeat marked the end of her 231-day reign, which was the longest until The Man surpassed that. If Ronda Rousey wants to seek retribution, she should challenge the RAW Women's Champion at WrestleMania 38.
#4. Should Challenge Charlotte: Their Interaction at Royal Rumble
Charlotte Flair inserted herself into the 2022 edition of the Women's Royal Rumble even though she's the reigning SmackDown Women's Champion. Her pursuit was crushed by the return of Ronda Rousey. The intense staredown between the two following the match invites for a serious clash in the future. If WWE wants to continue with this narrative, it would be best for Rousey to challenge The Queen for her SmackDown Women's Championship.
#3. Should Challenge Lynch: No Rumble winner has faced RAW Women's Champion in a singles match at WrestleMania
Besides the current edition, there have been a total of four women who won the Royal Rumble and challenged a champion at WrestleMania. One thing to be noted here is that neither of the four Rumble winners has faced the RAW Women's Champion in a singles match at WrestleMania.
The only time the title was defended against a Rumble winner was in 2019 by Ronda Rousey against Lynch and Flair. However, it was a triple threat contest and the championship was overshadowed due to it being a part of the grand scheme.
Ronda Rousey should challenge Becky Lynch as it would be the first time a Rumble winner will face the RAW Women's Champion at WrestleMania in a singles match.
#2. Should challenge Charlotte: Becky is already in a feud with Liv Morgan
The conventional underdog babyface story is still adored by fans. The same goes for Liv Morgan against Becky Lynch, one of the mightiest female stars of all time.
Whether it's Daniel Bryan overcoming the odds or Kofi Kingston proving his worth, the culmination of underdog storylines at WrestleMania promises to be a grand spectacle.
It'd be best for Lynch to defend her title against Liv Morgan at WrestleMania. Dropping her feud all of a sudden with the former Riott Squad member wouldn't be a welcome decision.
Consequently, Rousey can focus on Charlotte for her SmackDown Women's Championship. It'll help add another feather to the cap of The Rowdy Superstar.
#1. Should Challenge Becky/Charlotte: A potential triple threat match at WrestleMania
The rematch is a major aspect of a high-profile feud. What could be better than a rematch at WrestleMania?
Rousey, Flair, and Lynch squared off at WrestleMania 35 in the main event. Though the equation is different now, these three stars are still somehow in the championship scenario. Ronda Rousey has the option of facing either of the two at WrestleMania. Why not both?
If WWE is planning to schedule a triple threat rematch for the three talented stars, Rousey can challenge either of them without much brainstorming. She could challenge Flair, and Lynch could somehow insert herself into the feud, or the other way around.
To distinguish this bout from their previous brawl, WWE can raise the stakes by unifying the two titles at WrestleMania. It has been rumored that the promotion is planning to unify the two top male titles, and the same can be done for the female championship gold.
Would you like to watch the former UFC star take on The Queen or The Man or both? Do voice your opinions in the comments below.
