10 Amazing Comparisons Between Becky Lynch And Stone Cold Steve Austin
2. Creating Competition
1997: Austin's inexorable rise creates a palpable buzz (and significant financial interest) around the organisation despite a noted lack of it for most of the decade. His injury isn't just any injury, it's a knock to a potential WrestleMania main event star, and the talent around him seem fuelled both by his huge success and temporary halt on his push. With Austin physically shelved, several stars step up to fill the void. A recently-turned Rocky Maivia in particular seems destined for greatness, whilst Triple H turns a dedication to the craft and friendship with Shawn Michaels into something that might finally get him over and keep him there. The greater good competitiveness within the locker room can be felt in virtually every segment.
2018: Charlotte Flair uses the opportunity given to her by Becky Lynch's absence to turn a two-person conversation into a three-person main event scene. 'The Queen' has an incredible match with Rousey, raising the bar once again for expectations in the league and reminding Becky just who she has to stay in front of if she wants to make it to her potential spot at the climax of WrestleMania next year. In an era of 50/50 booking and machine-mandated pushes, this sense of genuine competitiveness amongst the talent is an enormous breath of fresh air, and proof that Becky's brilliance is extending out to the product at large.