Chelsea Green’s Big Win Almost Looked Very Different — But She Fought for What Mattered Most
Chelsea Green made history by becoming the Women’s United States Champion at Saturday Night’s Main Event, but the way she won almost didn’t go as expected. As revealed in a behind-the-scenes segment on WWE Unreal, Chelsea was initially told that she would win with a second-rope leg drop — not her signature finishing move, the Unpretty-Her.
The idea came from Shane Helms during a creative planning session, where he proposed changing the match’s finish for variety. However, the suggestion didn’t sit well with Green.
“Wait, I’m pinning with a leg drop?” she said during the backstage footage, clearly surprised.
Chelsea admitted she’d never done a second-rope leg drop and felt unsure about performing it in such a major moment. Though she tested the move during rehearsals, she still felt it didn’t reflect her character’s journey.
“Oh my God, yeah, I f****** peed myself. Why not the finish? Why not the Unpretty-Her?”
What makes this more compelling is that Chelsea Green is not someone who often challenges creative decisions. She typically does what’s asked, blending into storylines as expected. But this time was different. Winning the Women’s United States Title was not just another match—it was a defining moment, and Green felt she needed to honor it with her own signature.
“I’m not one to argue about finishes or what creative wants for me—I just do it. But every now and then there’s a moment I need to fight for…”
She went on to explain how rare her wins are and how vital it felt for her character to get this big moment done right. Using a move that wasn’t her own would have made the victory feel hollow.
“To have this moment that’s gonna go down in history… how could I use someone else’s move? It had to be the Unpretty-Her.”
Eventually, Green got her wish and won the match with her finishing move. The moment hit even harder for fans who learned the backstage story through WWE Unreal, offering a deeper appreciation for how talent often has to advocate for their storytelling.
This episode once again highlights the balance between creative direction and performer instinct. Chelsea Green knew what felt authentic for her character and made sure the final product reflected that — something fans and wrestling veterans alike can respect.
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