AJ Lee is gearing up for her return to the WWE ring, and fans are buzzing with excitement. The former Divas Champion will be making her comeback at Elimination Chamber 2026 in Chicago, Illinois later this month. It has been quite some time since we last saw AJ Lee in action, with her last match being the Women’s WarGames match at Survivor Series. However, she is set to compete for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship against Becky Lynch at the upcoming event.
In preparation for her highly anticipated title match, AJ Lee has been seen training with a major WWE Superstar. Bayley recently shared a photo on Instagram, showcasing herself alongside AJ Lee, Lyra Valkyria, and Vertvixen during a training session. The picture has sparked excitement among fans, hinting at the intensity and dedication AJ Lee is putting into her return to the squared circle.
The rivalry between AJ Lee and Becky Lynch has been building up for quite some time now. The two have clashed in various matches, with AJ Lee even teaming up with her husband, CM Punk, to take on Lynch and Seth Rollins in a mixed tag team match at Wrestlepalooza 2025. Lee also managed to submit Lynch with her Black Widow submission move at the Women’s WarGames match at Survivor Series.
Recently, WWE RAW star Nattie has spoken out about AJ Lee’s return to the promotion. Nattie expressed her thoughts on Lee’s sudden comeback and questioned her friendship with Maxxine Dupri. In an interview on Busted Open Radio, Nattie mentioned that while AJ Lee was away, she was the one putting in the hard work to elevate the women’s division. She claimed that Lee was now acting as if she were the savior of the division upon her return.
Becky Lynch currently holds the Women’s Intercontinental Championship after defeating Maxxine Dupri on a recent episode of WWE RAW. The stage is set for a showdown between Lynch and AJ Lee at Elimination Chamber, where the two will battle it out for the prestigious title. Fans are eagerly awaiting to see if AJ Lee can emerge victorious and claim the championship from The Man.
As the anticipation builds for AJ Lee’s return to the ring, the WWE universe is abuzz with excitement. With her training regimen in full swing and a fierce rivalry with Becky Lynch, AJ Lee is poised to make a significant impact in the world of professional wrestling once again. Stay tuned for Elimination Chamber on February 28 to witness this epic showdown between two powerhouse competitors.
