On Saturday night, Bayley punched her ticket to WrestleMania XL by outlasting 29 other Superstars in the 2024 WWE Women’s Royal Rumble match.
On a recent edition of the “Busted Open Radio” podcast, Mark Henry and Mickie James weighed in on Bayley’s landmark victory at the Royal Rumble.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
Mickie James: “For me, obviously, I was looking forward to it but I thought it was probably match of the night for so many reasons because of the surprises, because of Trinity coming back home. I think Bayley is one of my favorite female wrestlers ever, she’s so good. And if you think about all the things she has done and all the moments that she’s had, I think that she goes underappreciated in the fan’s eyes and sometimes in the office’s eyes.”
Mark Henry: “I’m so happy to see Bayley get the respect and shine that she deserves. If you polled all the women at WWE and asked who did they look at as the best wrestler, Bayley would be in the top three for every one of them.”
Mickie James: “I think I was pulling for Bayley, and also that she was in there for so long, like 63 minutes?”
Bayley has yet to choose her opponent for WrestleMania XL.
According to the latest rumors, Bayley would likely challenge IYO SKY for the WWE Women’s Championship at The Showcase Of Immortals.
Bayley’s Historic Victory at the WWE Women’s Royal Rumble
On Saturday night, Bayley made history by winning the 2024 WWE Women’s Royal Rumble match, securing her spot at WrestleMania XL. Outlasting 29 other Superstars, Bayley’s victory was a testament to her skill, determination, and popularity among fans and fellow wrestlers.
The significance of Bayley’s win was not lost on wrestling veterans Mark Henry and Mickie James, who recently shared their thoughts on the landmark victory during an episode of the “Busted Open Radio” podcast. Both Henry and James praised Bayley for her exceptional performance and expressed their happiness at seeing her receive the recognition she deserves.
Mickie James, a highly respected female wrestler herself, commended Bayley as one of her all-time favorites. She acknowledged Bayley’s talent and the numerous memorable moments she has created throughout her career. James also highlighted the underappreciation Bayley often faces from both fans and the higher-ups within the wrestling industry.
Mark Henry echoed James’ sentiments, expressing his joy at witnessing Bayley finally receive the respect and spotlight she has earned. Henry went on to mention that if all the women in WWE were polled on who they considered the best wrestler, Bayley would undoubtedly be in the top three for each of them.
Bayley’s endurance in the Royal Rumble match was also a topic of discussion. Mickie James marveled at Bayley’s ability to last for an impressive 63 minutes in the ring. This feat showcased not only her physical stamina but also her determination to secure a WrestleMania opportunity.
With her victory, Bayley has earned the right to choose her opponent for WrestleMania XL. While she has yet to make her decision public, rumors suggest that she may challenge IYO SKY for the WWE Women’s Championship at The Showcase Of Immortals.
Bayley’s triumph at the Women’s Royal Rumble serves as a testament to her talent, hard work, and the support she has garnered from fans and fellow wrestlers alike. As she prepares for her WrestleMania match, the WWE Universe eagerly awaits her decision and looks forward to witnessing another memorable performance from the beloved superstar.