Follow on Google News Natalya left Maxxine Dupri stunned in Belfast tonight, during what was expected to be a defining moment in one of WWE’s most closely followed women’s rivalries. What unfolded inside the ring didn’t just alter the outcome of a match. It shifted the emotional direction of Monday Night Raw in an instant.
For months, Dupri’s rise felt carefully built. Her training inside the Dungeon, guided personally by Natalya, added legitimacy to her growth. The relationship was presented as genuine, rooted in respect, patience, and shared ambition. Few alliances on Raw felt more stable.
At the same time, Dupri’s rivalry with Becky Lynch kept escalating. Since August 2025, the two had clashed six times on television. Tensions intensified after Lynch reclaimed the Women’s Intercontinental Championship earlier this month, following a finish that sparked debate and frustration among fans.
That controversy led directly to tonight. Dupri earned another title opportunity, carrying momentum and confidence. More importantly, she walked to the ring with Natalya at her side, a visible symbol of trust and reassurance as the Belfast crowd rallied behind her.
The match delivered. Both women pushed hard, trading momentum and near falls. Dupri looked closer than ever. Each kick-out raised belief that this could finally be her moment.
A turning point no one expected
The decisive moment came without warning. During a critical pinfall attempt, Natalya discreetly placed Lynch’s foot on the bottom rope. The referee caught it and halted the count. Dupri never saw it happen.
The hesitation was enough. Lynch took advantage, hitting the Manhandle Slam to retain the championship. As the realization spread, the Belfast crowd erupted in boos.
Natalya wasn’t done. After the bell, she attacked Dupri, ignoring the referee. She locked in the Sharpshooter and shouted, “You’re never gonna learn,” turning on the same woman she once trained.
The betrayal shattered what appeared to be a sincere partnership. It also positions Natalya directly between Dupri and her pursuit of championship gold, opening a new chapter for Raw’s women’s division.
WHAT 😲@NatbyNature just cost Maxxine Dupri the match and @BeckyLynchWWE retains the Women's Intercontinental Championship! pic.twitter.com/r8j7sgDGfP
— WWE (@WWE) January 19, 2026
Lynch remains champion. Dupri leaves with unanswered questions and a former mentor now standing as her enemy.
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