AJ Lee didn’t just win gold at Elimination Chamber — she made a statement after by recreating an iconic CM Punk photo.
Following her victory over Becky Lynch on February 28, 2026 in Chicago — her first singles title win in 11 years — the new Women’s Intercontinental Champion took to Instagram on March 2 to celebrate in a way that longtime fans immediately recognized.
Lee uploaded a series of photos showing herself with the Women’s Intercontinental Championship, along with glimpses of the intense training that led up to her return. But the image that caught everyone’s attention wasn’t from the gym — it was from the kitchen.
In a clear nod to CM Punk’s legendary Money in the Bank 2011 moment, AJ placed the Women’s IC Title inside her refrigerator and snapped a photo — recreating Punk’s iconic image with the WWE Championship after he “left” the company with the belt. She captioned the post: “It takes a village to raise an Intercontinental Champion.”
Now, with the Women’s Intercontinental Championship literally chilling in her fridge, AJ Lee has officially stamped her comeback with both symbolism and silverware.
Was recreating CM Punk’s fridge moment a perfect tribute — or was it a bold way to claim her own Chicago legacy? Let us know what you think in the comments below.