Becky Lynch’s disguised interference helps Seth Rollins retain at Clash in Paris, sparks calls for AJ Lee return
Lynch, wearing a black disguise, low‑blows CM Punk to set up Rollins’ victory at Paris La Défense Arena; fans and talent hint at possible surprise returns ahead of September events
Seth Rollins retained the World Heavyweight Championship Sunday night at WWE’s Clash in Paris after Becky Lynch, disguised in black, interfered in the main event and struck challenger CM Punk with a low blow.
The finish came at Paris La Défense Arena before an announced crowd of 30,343, where Lynch — her face covered and wearing dark clothing — entered the ring and struck Punk, allowing Rollins to pin him and keep the title. Rollins and Lynch then celebrated together in the ring after the match.
The sequence immediately generated reaction from fans and on‑air talent. Social media users called for the return of former WWE competitor AJ Lee, saying a confrontation between Lee and Lynch would fit the moment. On the post‑show, WWE performer Big E also hinted at the possibility of further developments tied to the segment.
Punk had been portrayed as the challenger in a high‑profile match that served as the headline attraction for Clash in Paris. The disguised interference prevented what appeared to be a competitive finish and ensured Rollins left the arena with the championship.
WWE has not announced any plans to bring AJ Lee back to television, nor confirmed whether the segment was intended to set up future appearances. The event comes as WWE builds toward additional marquee dates, including a multi‑day card billed as Wrestlepalooza on Sept. 20 in the United States, where storyline escalations and surprise returns are frequently used to promote pay‑per‑view sales.
Clash in Paris was promoted as one of WWE’s international tentpoles this year and featured talent from both Raw and SmackDown rosters. The main event finish extended the on‑screen storyline between Rollins and Punk and added a personal element through Lynch’s involvement, a device WWE has used in past storylines to intensify rivalries.
Wrestling observers and fans noted the timing and presentation of Lynch’s interference — including the costume and secrecy around her entrance — as signaling an intent to tease future surprises. WWE creative officials, who oversee storyline direction, have in recent months emphasized long‑term narrative cohesion; whether the Paris finish will lead to concrete returns or rematches will be revealed on upcoming episodes of WWE programming and at scheduled events.
No injuries were reported in relation to the match finish. WWE officials provided no immediate statement about the segment or any planned follow‑up. Coverage and commentary are expected on Monday Night Raw and Friday Night SmackDown as WWE moves forward with storyline developments ahead of its September calendar.
Clash in Paris drew international attention as WWE continues to stage large scale live events outside North America. The company has increasingly used surprise elements and returning performers to drive social media engagement and ticket sales, a strategy that produced a mix of fan excitement and debate after Sunday’s main event finish.