AJ Lee Returns, Defeats Becky Lynch at WWE Wrestlepalooza in Indianapolis

AJ Lee made a highly impactful return to WWE at Wrestlepalooza 2025, teaming with her husband CM Punk to defeat Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch in a mixed tag team match. The match was notable for AJ Lee's strong performance, culminating in her making Becky Lynch tap out to the Black Widow submission, marking her first wrestling match in over a decade. The intense rivalry between Punk and Rollins, intensified by Lynch's involvement, was a central storyline, with AJ Lee's comeback significantly boosting WWE viewership, particularly among the men’s 18-49 demographic. The event took place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis and was the first WWE premium live event on ESPN's new platform. Fans and commentators praised the match's energy, storytelling, and AJ Lee's evident skill and chemistry with Punk, suggesting more developments in this feud are forthcoming. The match also featured several dramatic moments such as Punk's GTS moves, Lynch and Rollins' teamwork, and close near-falls that kept the audience engaged throughout.