The WWE Women’s Money in the Bank briefcase at the Money in the Bank 2023 event held in London was won by Iyo Sky. She handcuffed Becky Lynch and Bayley together through the ladder openings to win the match, then climbed over Bayley to seize the briefcase.
Masami Odate, also known as Iyo Sky, is a Japanese professional wrestler hailing from Kamakura, Kanagawa, Japan. She was born on May 8, 1990, and is currently under a WWE contract. Her sister, Mio Shirai, a retired professional wrestler who is now a referee, shares this journey with her. Under the ring names Io and Mio Shirai, they debuted in the world of pro wrestling together in 2007. Popularity found Io Shirai, who, upon her WWE recruitment, rebranded as Iyo Sky.
Iyo was previously romantically involved with professional wrestler Kazushige Nosawa, among others. In a notable incident in 2012, Odate and her then-boyfriend faced arrest when returning to Japan from Mexico on respective charges of smuggling 75 grams of marijuana. (Via TheSportsSter)
When did Iyo Sky start wrestling?
At the tender age of 16, Iyo started her wrestling career in 2007, making her professional wrestling debut in Japan in March. Her wrestling journey swept through various promotions across Japan and Mexico before culminating at NXT in WWE in the summer of 2018.
SummerSlam 2022 witnessed the main roster debut of Iyo in WWE. However, her inaugural match took place on the subsequent episode of Monday Night Raw, not at SummerSlam. In a non-title match, Raw Women’s Champion Bianca Belair contended with Asuka. However, the match resulted in a no-contest due to Asuka, Alexa Bliss, Dakota Kai, and Bayley’s interference. They plunged into a brawl with Belair and Iyo Sky.
In terms of personal life, Iyo remains unmarried. She had a previous relationship with fellow wrestler Kazushige Nosawa, but they have since parted ways. Currently, she is engaged to NJPW wrestler Takaaki Watanabe, also known by his ring name ‘Evil.’
Is Iyo Sky married?
In the realm of professional wrestling, Masami Odate, known as Iyo Sky, has engaged in relationships with her fellow wrestlers. Her relationship with Kazushige Nosawa, in fact, led them to share a home in Koto, Tokyo, for several months. However, the romance came to an end shortly after.
Iyo later commenced a relationship with NJPW wrestler Takaaki Watanabe, also known as Evil. He previously held the IWGP heavyweight title. Currently, the two are engaged. Prior to Kazushige Nosawa, Iyo dated another professional wrestler, Nosawa Rongai.