On December 13, 2016, SmackDown LIVE hosted a highly anticipated SmackDown Women’s Championship match between Becky Lynch and Alexa Bliss. This showdown was the culmination of weeks of tension, mind games, and fierce confrontations between two of WWE’s most compelling female Superstars. Becky Lynch, known as “The Irish Lass Kicker,” entered the match as the defending champion. Since becoming the inaugural SmackDown Women’s Champion at Backlash earlier in the year, Becky had been a fighting champion, taking on all challengers with her signature fiery spirit. Alexa Bliss, on the other hand, was the up-and-coming, self-proclaimed “Goddess” of WWE. Despite her relatively short time on the main roster, Alexa had quickly established herself as a cunning and ruthless competitor, with an uncanny ability to get under her opponents’ skin.
The match itself was a hard-hitting, back-and-forth affair, showcasing the contrasting styles of both women. Becky relied on her technical prowess and relentless energy, attempting to wear down Alexa with a series of suplexes and submission holds. Alexa, however, countered with her craftiness and underhanded tactics, exploiting every opportunity to turn the tide in her favour. The turning point of the match came when Alexa used her agility and quick thinking to escape Becky’s Dis-arm-her submission hold. The escape led to a chaotic sequence where Alexa managed to trap Becky in the corner, delivering a series of punishing moves that left the champion reeling.
Seizing the moment, Alexa capitalized on Becky’s dazed state and delivered a devastating DDT, planting Becky face-first into the mat. With Becky down and seemingly out, Alexa covered her for the pinfall, securing the victory and capturing her first SmackDown Women’s Championship. The crowd, shocked by the result, witnessed the crowning of a new champion as Alexa Bliss held the title high, solidifying her place as a rising star in WWE. This match not only marked the beginning of Alexa Bliss’s reign as champion but also set the stage for one of the most intense rivalries in the women’s division. It was a defining moment for both women, showcasing their resilience, skill, and determination to be the best in the business.
