Bully Ray discusses potential impact of Lyra Valkyria's heel turn
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 10:23 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Lyra Valkyria turned heel on WWE Raw after losing the Women's Tag Team Championship alongside Bayley. Following this shift in character, Bully Ray suggested Valkyria's next promo could be a career-defining moment, similar to Steve Austin's famous 'Austin 3:16' speech. Ray emphasized the need for Valkyria to convey genuine emotion and disdain in her upcoming promo to fully embrace her new role. He advised her to seek guidance from Paul Heyman for the delivery and tone of her performance.
- •Valkyria turned heel after pinning loss to Bayley.
- •Bully Ray cites chance for a memorable promo moment.
- •Emphasis on authentic emotion and character immersion.
- •Ray recommends consulting Paul Heyman for guidance.
- •This shift marks Valkyria's first heel persona in WWE.
- 10:23 PMWrestling Inc — Bully Ray Says Lyra Valkyria's WWE Raw Heel Turn Could Lead To 'Austin 3:16 Moment'
"On "Busted Open Radio," Bully Ray said Lyra Valkyria has the chance to make her next promo following her heel turn a career-defining moment.
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