The Women's War Games match at WWE's Survivor Series delivered excitement and intense action right from the start, but here's where it gets controversial—was it truly a top-tier War Games showdown? Or did it fall short of the high standards fans have come to expect? On Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Petco Park in San Diego, California, WWE kicked off the event with this highly anticipated women's match, bringing together a star-studded lineup that kept viewers on the edge of their seats.
The competing teams featured some of the biggest names in women's wrestling—AJ Lee, Rhea Ripley, Iyo Sky, Charlotte Flair, and Alexa Bliss took on Becky Lynch, Asuka, Kairi Sane, Nia Jax, and Lash Legend. While the match was entertaining and had its share of memorable moments, many fans felt it didn't quite reach the intensity and innovation that classic War Games bouts are known for. There was even buzz about a surprise element that, disappointingly, didn't materialize; instead, the focus remained on a few fun sequences.
One highlight included Ripley lifting AJ Lee onto her shoulders to set up a dramatic moment—her tossing a trash can to Iyo Sky, who then attempted her famous cage-flying spot while donning the can as part of her daring move. The match then narrowed down to a focus on Becky Lynch, with AJ Lee ultimately securing the victory by applying her signature submission move, the Black Widow, forcing Lynch to tap out.
As the winning team celebrated with fireworks and cheers, fans couldn't help but reflect on whether this match lived up to the legendary standards of War Games or if it was simply a good-but-not-great spectacle. And this is the part most people miss—what does this result say about the current state of women's wrestling and WWE's booking choices?
For complete coverage of the Survivor Series WarGames event, check out our live blog here. To join the discussion and share your thoughts about the match and its implications, visit our community conversation here. Do you agree with the outcome, or do you believe the match deserved a different ending? Share your opinions below—controversy is always welcome!
