X/@BeckyLynchWWE
WWE star Rebecca Quin, better known to the audience around the globe as Becky Lynch, is reaping the rewards of Monday Night Raw’s reported ratings boost. The ex-champion, in a typical self-praising style, claimed the increase of viewership and congratulated WWE official Nick Aldis and the USA Network with a triumphant ‘you’re welcome’.
Advertisement
As a ‘Ratings Queen’, Rebecca did not mince her words and made the success sound certain. She mentioned her past as a New York Times bestselling author, a record-breaker, and a revolutionary in the game. This declaration instantly started the reactions in the wrestling community: the polarizing effect of the superstar was revealed again.
Soon enough, Lynch’s fanbase was there to support her with great enthusiasm. One user even declared her as the undisputed greatest of all time and exclaimed, ‘Becky Lynch=Ratings BOOSTED! If you didn’t know? NOW YOU KNOW!!!!!!!!!’ Another user acknowledged the promotion by saying, ‘Easily @BeckyLynchWWE was the most entertaining promo segment on #RAW.’ It was not only a few people who recognized the boastful attitude; one person simply commented, ‘Confidence 📈📈📈 I love to see it 💙.’
Some critics, however, were not willing to grant Lynch the entire credit. A war raged in the comments on the question of who should be credited. One source of dissent came from Asuka fans. Poking fun at the situation, one critic very openly stated, ‘The top ratings for Raw in a long time were because of Asuka’s headlining. 😉 You owe her everything!! 😉’ This led to a slight debate about which wrestlers are really able to draw the audience, exposing differing opinions among the fans.
There were also non-supporters who were quite blunt about their doubts. One user commented on Lynch’s non-champion status and wrote, ‘Becky without the belts seems a little hurt pride! These ratings have nothing to do with her!’ Another person indicated, ‘Not because of you, sweetheart, not because of you,’ and a different commenter pointed out that the whole post was misdirected by saying, ‘You know you weren’t the only one there right… GET OVER YOURSELF.’
A few users even questioned the ratings themselves, with one of them saying, ‘I wouldn’t brag about 1.2 million,’ hinting that the numbers were not as good as Lynch was trying to convey. This mixture of solid support and extreme opposition is the hallmark of a character like Lynch. She has shaped a persona that is equally adored by the fans as it is challenging to the rivals, thus guaranteeing that almost every statement she makes turns into a conversation starter.
Lynch’s post also brought to mind her off-ring victories, particularly her successful autobiography. By anointing herself a ‘New York Times BEST SELLER,’ she merges her in-ring persona with her real-life accomplishments seamlessly, thereby forming a potent and varied brand. This ability to transcend the typical wrestler storyline has been one of the primary reasons for her attraction to the broader public.
Advertisement
The way wrestling stars are perceived has gone through major changes, and the way Rebecca Quin’s congratulatory message was received all too clearly indicated her unusual stature in the sports-entertainment industry. She remains the prominent character who, with one post, can stir up the buzz and the discussion. Whether it is the fans who are backing her up or others who are disputing her claims, they are certainly watching. In the world of wrestling, that reaction, no matter what its nature is, is ultimately the point. Her announcement reaffirms her position as a major draw whose presence is always felt, not only in the ring but also in the digital realm. Charlotte Flair is another top star who knows how to connect with the audience. This week’s show was packed with action, much like the events Triple H often promises. The show also featured a generational clash reminiscent of the one involving Roman Reigns. The excitement in the arena felt similar to the energy when Cody Rhodes won his historic championship. There was even a special collectible for fans, not unlike the exclusive Mattel WWE figure pack for Cody Rhodes and his dog.