Sol Ruca Crowned Women’s Intercontinental Champion at Clash in Italy

Sol Ruca achieved significant success by becoming the women’s intercontinental champion during Clash in Italy on Sunday. She triumphed over Becky Lynch in what marked a rematch of their previous bout at Saturday Night’s Main Event.

During the previous encounter, Lynch had caused referee Jessica Carr to disqualify her by pushing Carr in front of Sol Ruca’s finishing move, the Sol Snatcher. Despite winning, Ruca didn’t feel validated in Lynch’s eyes, while Lynch was eager to move past the rising star.

Sol Ruca Celebrates Victory
Sol Ruca celebrating her victory at the Inalpi Arena in Torino di Sangro, Italy, on May 31, 2026. (Andrew Timms/WWE)

SmackDown general manager Nick Aldis scheduled a rematch with the championship at stake. Ruca embraced the challenge and proved herself on the grand stage.

Lynch employed mind games, resorting to trash-talk, pushing Carr into ropes to destabilize Ruca, and even attempted a Sol Snatcher. However, these tactics failed to deter Ruca.

Dynamic End to the Match
Sol Ruca executing the Sol Snatcher on Becky Lynch during Clash in Italy. (Rich Freeda/WWE)

As the match closed, Ruca struck with an unexpected Sol Snatcher, effectively ending Lynch’s reign as the champion. This victory marked Ruca’s first major achievement since joining the main WWE roster.

Previously, she showcased her prowess by defeating Bayley at Saturday Night’s Main Event after John Cena included her in the card. Her performance on NXT hinted at her potential, now recognized on the bigger platform.

Bye to Lynch’s Title Reign
Becky Lynch engaged in a match with Sol Ruca. (Andrew Timms/WWE)

Lynch’s title reign concluded after 43 days. She had acquired the championship at WrestleMania 42, becoming the first to hold the title three times since its inception.