3 reasons why Becky Lynch should not win the Women's Championship match at WrestleMania 35

Becky Lynch
Becky Lynch

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Becky Lynch had an incredible Royal Rumble in January. After putting on a show-stealing performance against Asuka, Becky replaced Lana in the Royal Rumble match, eventually winning it despite a leg injury.

Lynch is undoubtedly the most over superstar in the WWE roster at present. She has recently been the best part of WWE's TV shows, and will rightly have the spotlight on her, leading to WrestleMania, where she should face Ronda Rousey and Charlotte Flair in a triple-threat match.

We can all agree that Lynch's rise has been one of the main reasons why women will headline WrestleMania 35. And, Lynch will probably have her crowning moment at the event walking out of the show as the new Women's Champion. However, Becky Lynch shouldn't win this Women's Championship match, and here are 3 reasons why.

#3 A loss will make Lynch's character more compelling going forward

Becky Lynch: The present day Steve Austin
Becky Lynch: The present day Steve Austin

Yes, it's always a gamble to have madly 'over' stars lose big matches. As we have seen with Bray Wyatt and Braun Strowman, failing to win big matches can quickly kill a superstar's momentum.

However, if there is a star who can lose a match, yet remain as popular and loved as ever, it has to be Becky Lynch. On the contrary, Lynch will come out as a stronger character after the loss.

A case in point was Daniel Bryan's famous battle against the Authority a few years ago. Each setback that Bryan suffered at the hands of the authority, only made him more sympathetic and people's urge to see Bryan kept heightening, until his victory happened.

Moreover, a loss would give Becky a chance to unleash a more dangerous side of her. And, a heroic monster in search of vengeance is always fun to watch. Becky Lynch's character work has been amazing recently, a loss and the story afterwards will add more layers to her character.

Becky Lynch losing her match at Mania will mean that a lot of hatred and backlash thrown in the WWE's way by wrestling fans, but the same fans will also tune-in again to watch Lynch fight the odds and ultimately win the Championship at some other grand stage.

In brief, a loss will open more doors for Becky Lynch than a win ever could. Hence, WWE should save this moment of triumph for later.

#2 Both Ronda Rousey and Charlotte Flair would benefit more from the wins

Rousey and Flair
Rousey and Flair

What will winning at WrestleMania do for Lynch? Probably stamp her name as WWE's new face. And, that moment when the referee counts to three, and when he hands Lynch the title, raising her hand in the air, along with that predictably amazing huge pop, will all go down as one of WrestleMania's greatest moments.

However, what if Lynch loses the match? Well, she will still be the face of the company going forward. She will still be as popular. And, she has already proven herself enough. Hence, she doesn't need a stamp of approval.

On the other hand, a win for Ronda Rousey will keep her undefeated streak intact. She will still have her mystique. Then, Rousey's undefeated streak can be played upon later, probably in putting over an upcoming talent. It'd be a loss for everyone if her streak ends so soon, especially without much mention of it.

A win for Charlotte will cement her as the company's top heel. It's common knowledge that heels aren't always booed anymore. In fact, it's presently tough to find true heels in the business, but Charlotte winning the match will instantly set her as the most hated woman in pro-wrestling, a role she will excel in, given her talent.

Yes, it'd be heartbreaking to see Lynch lose. But, a win will matter more for the other two ladies in this expected main-event of WrestleMania 35.

#1 A feud with the McMahons

Lynch punched Stephanie McMahon on an episode of Raw
Lynch punched Stephanie McMahon on an episode of Raw

Becky Lynch currently has fan support like very few wrestlers have received in the pro-wrestling business. In fact, she has been compared to Steve Austin, who has himself praised the star, and has stated that her character is "money".

WWE has presented Lynch as 'the face'. As a matter of fact, The Man has stood up to the McMahons, much like Daniel Bryan and Steve Austin had done years ago. However, that's exactly another reason why Lynch shouldn't win the Women's Championship at WrestleMania 35, and it should be because of the McMahons.

Becky Lynch has the character, charisma, personality and popularity to have people easily believe that she can stand up to the bosses, and find a way to win. So, why not have her fight the bosses after Mania?

And, the scenario's explosiveness will be exponentially more if the McMahons rob her of a dream WrestleMaina moment. It makes even more sense since WWE has been thinking of a special encounter at SummerSlam this year: Stephanie McMahon vs. Becky Lynch.

Vince McMahon has had a lot to worry about in recent times; the lack of viewership has been one of them. Here, this 'Lynch vs the McMahons' feud may prove to be a turning point for the company.

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