Asuka and IYO SKY are officially set to face off at WWE Backlash following escalating tensions on 4/27 episode of RAW.
The rivalry took another step forward during Monday’s show when Asuka interfered in SKY’s match against Becky Lynch. SKY was challenging for the title, but Asuka’s sudden attack shifted the outcome. The interference allowed Lynch to secure the win and retain her championship.
The situation did not end there. Asuka continued her assault after the match, sending a clear message to SKY ahead of their upcoming clash. The crowd reacted strongly during the segment, chanting for Kairi Sane.
Sane’s absence remains a key factor in the storyline. She was released by WWE on April 24 as part of the recent roster changes affecting both the main roster and WWE NXT. Before her departure, she had been involved alongside Asuka and SKY on WWE RAW, adding depth to their ongoing story.
Later in the night, WWE made the match official. Asuka vs IYO SKY is now set for Backlash in Tampa, Florida, giving both competitors a chance to settle their issues in the ring.
The match comes after several weeks of tension between the two, with each encounter adding more intensity. Asuka’s actions on WWE RAW have only raised the stakes, as she cost SKY a major opportunity and delivered a direct attack ahead of the event.
With Backlash approaching, this match is now positioned as a key part of the card. The history between Asuka and IYO SKY, combined with the recent developments involving Becky Lynch and the absence of Kairi Sane, adds multiple layers to the situation.
Both women will enter Backlash with something to prove, as the rivalry continues to build following the latest events on WWE RAW.
Asuka vs IYO SKY Set For WWE Backlash After RAW Attack
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