Iyo Sky vs. Asuka took place at WWE Backlash 2026. Here are the highlights\u2026<\/p>\n
There were immediate \u201cWe want Kairi\u201d chants when the match started. Iyo and Asuka went back and forth in the opening moments. After a few minutes, Asuka was able to gain firm control of the match. Iyo eventually made a comeback with her signature moves like the missile dropkick and Bullet Train Attack, but couldn\u2019t put Asuka away. The two women traded blows and were both down.<\/p>\n
.@Iyo_SkyWWE<\/a> is taking it @WWEAsuka<\/a>! \ud83d\udc4a<\/p>\n Stream WWE Backlash LIVE RIGHT NOW on the @espn<\/a> App with ESPN Unlimited!<\/p>\n \u25b6\ufe0f https:\/\/t.co\/kzS0cxoAzD<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/VobCqHelp4<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 WWE (@WWE) May 9, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n The match continued to be evenly matched as they traded submissions. After the match went to the outside, Asuka tried to use the mist, but Iyo blocked it with a notebook from the announce desk. Iyo built up momentum and got Asuka back into the ring.<\/p>\n .@Iyo_SkyWWE<\/a> BLOCKED THE MIST! \ud83d\ude31<\/p>\n Stream WWE Backlash LIVE RIGHT NOW on the @espn<\/a> App with ESPN Unlimited!<\/p>\n \u25b6\ufe0f https:\/\/t.co\/kzS0cxoAzD<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/o2qDrIbZ1E<\/a><\/p>\n