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In a profound expression of camaraderie and affection, WWE’s Isla Dawn, aged 29, extended heartfelt birthday wishes to her colleague and rising star, Lyra Valkyria. Dawn, an established name in the wrestling world, took to social media to celebrate Valkyria’s special day, underscoring the bonds forged in the squared circle.
Lyra Valkyria, quickly ascending the ranks within the wrestling fraternity, made a memorable entrance into NXT on December 13, 2022, claiming victory over Amari Miller. Building on this momentum, she went on to defeat Ivy Nile, securing her spot in the highly anticipated Ladder match for the NXT Women's Championship at Stand & Deliver.
Valkyria's journey saw her triumph over Cora Jade in a pivotal match aired on May 23, propelling her to face Tiffany Stratton at NXT Battleground. Despite her valiant efforts, the title remained elusive. Taking to Instagram, Isla Dawn commemorated her friend’s birthday with a touching message, celebrating the journey from foes to inseparable friends and acknowledging Valkyria’s vibrant and chaotic spirit.
“HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY FAVOURITE ENEMY TO BESTIE (emoji) ALL ROUND BEST, MOST CHAOTIC LITTLE BIRD I'VE EVER MET. LOVE YOU @REAL_VALKYRIA,” Dawn shared, encapsulating the warmth and affection she holds for her friend.
pic.twitter.com/9znPzvFY3Y — SmackRAW (@SmackRAWsr) October 24, 2023
Valkyria Eyes Cargill Showdown
In a recent candid conversation on the Busted Open Radio podcast, Valkyria expressed her eagerness to square off against Jade Cargill, should she clinch the NXT Women's Championship.
She remains hopeful that Cargill will join NXT, setting the stage for a monumental showdown. “Yes (I’m hoping Jade Cargill lands in NXT). Absolutely. I know there’s a lot of hype and people wondering where she’s gonna go but, if I win that championship, she’d be someone that I’d have my eye on and I would absolutely love to go up against," Valkyria shared.
With both wrestlers poised for greatness, the WWE universe eagerly anticipates what the future holds for Isla Dawn and Lyra Valkyria. As they continue to captivate audiences with their prowess and passion, the wrestling world watches with bated breath, knowing that these two phenomenal athletes are sure to leave an indelible mark on the sport.