WrestleMania 40 results: Bayley wins the women’s championship

At WrestleMania 40 on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Bayley made history by winning the Women's Championship in a deeply personal match against Iyo Sky. This victory came after an eventful few months leading up to the premium live event.

Bayley, a former SmackDown Women's Champion and a founding member of Damage CTRL, had captured the attention of WWE fans by winning the Royal Rumble match in record-breaking fashion earlier that year. She became only the third woman in history to win a men's Royal Rumble match, following in the footsteps of Asuka (2022) and Randy Savage (1993).

However, Bayley's triumphant moment was short-lived as her own team turned against her. Damage CTRL, a formidable trio consisting of Bayley, Dakota Kai, and Iyo Sky, disintegrated when Dakota Kai and Iyo Sky betrayed their leader during a SmackDown episode. The betrayal came after weeks of tension within the group, culminating in a heated confrontation between Bayley and Iyo Sky.

As a result of this unexpected turn of events, Bayley was left without her team and without a clear path to the Women's Championship. However, she refused to let this setback deter her. Instead, she chose to challenge Iyo Sky for the Women's Championship at WrestleMania 40, setting up a highly anticipated match between the two former allies.

Despite being the last match before the main event, Bayley and Iyo Sky delivered an electrifying performance that left the crowd on the edge of their seats. The match showcased their impressive athleticism, determination, and raw emotion, with both women giving it their all. In the end, Bayley emerged victorious, reclaiming the Women's Championship and proving that even in the face of betrayal, she would not be defeated.

This triumphant moment marked a new chapter in Bayley's career, solidifying her status as a formidable force in the WWE Women's Division. The crowd erupted in cheers as she celebrated her hard-earned victory, leaving fans eagerly anticipating what the future held for this resilient champion.