Becky Chose WrestleMania, Finn Chose a House Show. The Reason Why.
WWE Superstars Becky Lynch and Finn Bálor Share Their All-Time Favorite Matches
The Big Announcement: WWE Raw Comes to Dublin!
Before diving into their favorite matches, Irish superstars Becky Lynch and Finn Bálor dropped some exciting news on the show "Off The Ball":
WWE Monday Night Raw is coming to Dublin, Ireland for the very first time ever!
The historic event happens on January 25, 2027.
Both wrestlers are proud Irish natives, so this homecoming is extra special for them.
Becky Lynch’s Favorite Match: WrestleMania 38 vs. Bianca Belair
Becky Lynch (aka "The Man") has had tons of amazing matches—against Sasha Banks, Charlotte Flair, and many others. But her #1 pick might surprise you:
Becky Lynch vs. Bianca Belair — WrestleMania 38 (Night 1)
"Yeah, one of my favorite matches because of everything that it took to get there… coming back from having my daughter in 2021 at SummerSlam and taking the title off her in 26 seconds and just her being so gracious and so wonderful."
Why This Match Means So Much to Her
| Moment | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| 2021 SummerSlam | Becky returned after having her baby and beat Bianca in 26 seconds for the title |
| The Trust Factor | Bianca had no reason to trust Becky would fight to give her a real rematch later |
| The Long Road | They built an incredible story over months — not just a quick rematch |
| The Payoff | At WrestleMania 38, Bianca won the title back in front of her family |
| The Feeling | Becky loved watching Bianca get her moment — even though she lost! |
Becky’s Secret: She doesn’t watch her own matches! She judges them purely on memory and instinct.
Finn Bálor’s Favorite Match: A Secret House Show in Massachusetts
While Becky picked the biggest stage of all, Finn went the complete opposite direction.
Finn Bálor vs. Samoa Joe — NXT House Show in Lowell, Massachusetts (2016)
"It’s a real strange one for me, but it was an ‘NXT’ non-televised house show… where we dropped the title."
What Made This Non-TV Match So Special
- Total Surprise — Almost nobody knew Finn was losing the NXT Championship that night
- The Crowd’s Reaction — After the 1-2-3 pinfall:
- First: Total silence
- Then: Confused whispers — "Was that supposed to happen?"
- Finally: Explosive roar — "OH MY GOD, THERE’S A NEW CHAMPION!"
- Backstage Shock — Even WWE staff and wrestlers didn’t know the title change was happening!
- Pure, Organic Magic — Finn says it’s rare to genuinely shock people in wrestling today
Finn’s Secret: Just like Becky, he never watches his own matches — only goes by gut feeling and memory.
IMPORTANT TAKEAWAYS
CALL-OUT BOX: KEY LESSONS FROM TWO LEGENDS
- Story > Spotlight — Becky’s favorite match wasn’t about winning — it was about the journey and payoff for her opponent
- Small Moments Can Be Huge — Finn’s favorite match had no cameras, no TV audience — just pure live reaction
- Trust Your Gut — Both superstars don’t rewatch their work — they trust their in-the-moment instincts
- Surprise Is Powerful — In an era of spoilers and leaks, genuine shock is a rare treasure
Quick Summary
| Wrestler | Favorite Match | Event | Why It’s Special |
|---|---|---|---|
| Becky Lynch | vs. Bianca Belair | WrestleMania 38 | Long-term story, emotional payoff, Bianca’s family moment |
| Finn Bálor | vs. Samoa Joe | NXT House Show (Lowell, MA, 2016) | Total surprise, organic crowd reaction, even backstage didn’t know |
Both agree: The best wrestling moments come from real emotion, trust, and surprise — not just bright lights and big stadiums.
FAQ: Your Questions Answered
1. What is a "house show"?
A house show (or "live event") is a WWE wrestling show that isn’t televised. It’s just for the fans in the arena — no cameras, no commentary, no pressure. They’re often used to test stories or give wrestlers practice.
2. Why don’t Becky and Finn watch their own matches?
They both say it messes with their instincts. If they over-analyze, they might start second-guessing themselves. They prefer to remember how it felt in the moment.
3. When is WWE Raw coming to Dublin?
January 25, 2027 — Mark your calendars! It’s the first time ever Raw will be in Ireland.
4. Did Becky Lynch really beat Bianca Belair in 26 seconds?
Yes! At SummerSlam 2021, Becky returned from maternity leave and won the SmackDown Women’s Title from Bianca in just 26 seconds — a controversial moment that kicked off their year-long rivalry.
5. Why was Finn Bálor’s title loss such a big secret?
WWE wanted a 100% genuine crowd reaction. No leaked scripts, no dirt sheets, no backstage rumors — just pure shock. It worked perfectly!
Source: "Off The Ball" interview with Will O’Callaghan, transcribed by Wrestling Inc.