Chelsea Green, the reigning Women’s United States Champion on SmackDown, made waves today by expressing her desire to face a former WWE Women’s Champion who hasn’t wrestled in a decade.
The announcement came via X/Twitter, where Green responded to recent comments from WWE legend Layla, who had named the 33-year-old as a dream opponent for a potential comeback match.
Green, currently aligned with Piper Niven and Alba Fyre on the blue brand, has been riding high. Fyre, formerly of The Unholy Union tag team until Isla Dawn’s release last month, played a key role in Green’s successful title defense earlier this month.
The Scot helped Green retain the championship against Michin in a brutal Street Fight on SmackDown. Now, Green’s sights are set on a new challenge—one that could bridge WWE’s past and present.
Layla Calls Out Chelsea Green for a Dream Match
Layla, a 47-year-old former Women’s Champion and one-half of the iconic LayCool duo alongside future Hall of Famer Michelle McCool, hasn’t stepped into the ring since 2015. In a recent Wrestlezona interview, she revealed her wish list of current WWE stars she’d love to face, with Chelsea Green topping the list.
Layla praised Green’s standout character work, saying, “I’d have to say Chelsea Green because of her character-wise and stuff like that.” She also named Liv Morgan and Bianca Belair as intriguing opponents, adding, “I would love to work Liv Morgan.
I think she works great with everybody else. … If I were younger, I would’ve loved to face Bianca Belair, too.” Layla humbly admitted, “All the girls are amazing. They’ll kick my b*tt, I think, to be honest with you now.”
Green caught wind of Layla’s comments and fired back on social media today, embracing the challenge and fueling speculation about a potential showdown.
As the inaugural Women’s United States Champion—a title she won in a tournament last year—Green has solidified her spot as a key player in WWE’s women’s division.
With WrestleMania 41 just a month away, fans are buzzing about whether this cross-generational clash could materialize, possibly with Green’s title on the line.
FAQs
Did Layla challenge Chelsea Green for a WWE match?
Yes, former WWE Women’s Champion Layla recently expressed interest in facing Chelsea Green if she ever returned to the ring. Layla praised Green’s character work and named her among current stars she would love to wrestle.
How did Chelsea Green respond to Layla’s comments?
Chelsea Green responded to Layla’s comments on X (formerly Twitter), welcoming the idea of a match. The WWE Women’s United States Champion seemed excited about the challenge, though nothing official has been announced yet.
When was Layla’s last match in WWE?
Layla last competed in WWE in 2015 before officially retiring. She was a former Women’s Champion and part of the legendary tag team LayCool with Michelle McCool.
Is Chelsea Green currently a champion in WWE?
Yes, Chelsea Green is the reigning WWE Women’s United States Champion on SmackDown. She became the first-ever holder of the title after winning a tournament in 2023 and has successfully defended it since.
Could Layla return to WWE for a one-off match against Chelsea Green?
Although Layla has not officially confirmed a return, her comments and Green’s response have fueled speculation. A one-off match at a major event like WrestleMania 41 could be a huge draw if WWE decides to pursue it.
