AJ Lee Match Still Slated for WrestleMania 42 Despite Royal Rumble Absence

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According to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, AJ Lee vs. Becky Lynch for the Women's Intercontinental Championship remains scheduled for WrestleMania 42 despite Lee's absence from the 2026 Royal Rumble. Dave Meltzer reported that Lee's non-appearance at the Royal Rumble was strategic rather than concerning, and the match is still on WWE's internal lineup for their biggest weekend of the year. Meltzer noted that WWE is currently focusing heavily on women's tag team storylines, which has thinned out the pool of available singles competitors.