Sasha Banks and Charlotte Flair delivered one of the most iconic matches in WWE history on the October 3, 2016, episode of Raw. This wasn’t just any bout—it was a clash between two of the top stars of the Women’s Revolution, fighting for the prestigious Raw Women’s Championship. From the opening bell, the energy was electric, and the intensity only grew as the match progressed. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with both women pushing their limits. Sasha’s high-flying maneuvers and Charlotte’s technical prowess were on full display. Charlotte, the reigning champion at the time, used her size advantage to dominate early, showcasing her ruthless aggression.
However, Sasha’s resilience and heart kept her in the fight, as she fought back with her signature moves, including the Double Knees and the Bank Statement submission hold. One of the most memorable moments came when Charlotte, known for her athleticism, delivered a moonsault off the top rope to the outside, taking Sasha down with a breathtaking leap. The crowd erupted, sensing they were witnessing something special. Sasha, though visibly hurt, refused to stay down. She countered Charlotte’s Natural Selection and locked in the Bank Statement in the final moments of the match.
The closing sequence was pure drama. Charlotte tried to power out of the submission hold, but Sasha showed incredible determination by dragging her back to the centre of the ring. With nowhere to go, Charlotte had no choice but to tap out, crowning Sasha Banks as the new Raw Women’s Champion. The crowd in Los Angeles exploded in cheers, celebrating Sasha’s triumphant victory. This match wasn’t just about gold—it was a statement of how far women’s wrestling had come. Sasha Banks and Charlotte Flair proved that women could steal the show just as well as their male counterparts, marking a new era for WWE. The match became a defining moment in their storied rivalry and remains one of the greatest bouts in modern women’s wrestling history.
