Married At First Sight Season 17: Austin & Becca's Decision Day Outcome Revealed! (SPOILERS)

Becca Haley and Austin Reed from Married At First Sight season 17 faced challenges in their relationship. Viewers were left wondering if they decided to part ways on Decision Day, or if they chose to continue working on their connection. Throughout their marriage, Becca and Austin appeared to be happy together, but there were obstacles they needed to overcome. Becca desired more intimacy while Austin preferred to take things slow. It seemed like there was something holding him back from fully prioritizing Becca during their time on the show.

Despite facing challenges in their relationship, Becca and Austin both had genuine feelings for each other and were willing to put in the effort to make things work. They clashed over minor things like lifestyles and interests, as well as more significant issues such as intimacy and religion. However, they remained hopeful about building a strong bond from their match. When they met with the experts from Married At First Sight for the final time, Becca was struggling with Austin's concerns about his image on camera.

Austin's Decision to Stay Married

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Becca Chose To Stay Married

Becca decided to remain married to Austin on the latest episode of Married At First Sight season 17. Despite some concerns, she made the choice to continue working on their relationship. Austin has expressed his commitment to improving their marriage, although Becca has voiced her insecurities about certain aspects of their relationship. While there are areas for growth, both partners are dedicated to making things work and not giving up on each other.

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Surprisingly, Becca expressed her desire to remain married to Austin. Despite facing some challenges in their relationship, she was not ready to give up just yet. Becca admitted that while their marriage had its difficulties, she was content with the person the experts had matched her with. She hoped to see more effort from Austin and believed that they could work through their issues and reassess their relationship in the near future.

Becca shared her struggles with trusting Austin to prioritize her in their relationship. She mentioned that they were still in a trial period and she was uncertain if they were the right fit. Despite this, she expressed her desire to make things work with Austin and continue trying in their marriage without the presence of cameras or producers. She believed that this absence would be crucial in determining the success of their relationship.

Becca and Austin's Positive Outlook

Married At First Sight Season 17 Becca & Austin - The Couple Felt Optimistic About The Future

Both Becca and Austin were unsure about their marriage, but they were hopeful about moving forward together. Becca mentioned that the days ahead would be a crucial test for them, especially without the presence of cameras influencing their decision. Austin expressed his willingness to make things work, while Becca, although nervous, was looking forward to the future. After Decision Day, they left together, ready to face the next chapter of their lives.

Austin Immediately Broke Becca's Trust

Married At First Sight season 17 cast including Austin, Emily, and Chloe - Austin Immediately Broke Becca's Trust

During a clip filmed at home, Becca shared that it was right after Decision Day filming had wrapped up. Austin had gone out for a drink with Brennan Shoykhet, leaving her alone. She trusted him to go out on his own, but a message from Clare Kerr and Emily Balch made her uneasy. Becca's MAFS season 17 co-stars had mentioned seeing Austin and Brennan with a Married At First Sight producer, which raised a red flag for Becca due to Austin's constant complaints.

Becca Confronted Austin At A Group Outing

Becca was upset with Austin at a group outing. She felt unsure if he had been involved with the producer or if he was just upset about the cameras affecting their relationship. Becca was angry about his actions, feeling that he had broken her trust. She expressed doubts about whether Austin would prioritize her needs. Becca mentioned that she had given him many chances to prioritize her, but he had failed each time. She was unsure if she could continue the relationship comfortably.

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During a group outing with all the MAFS season 17 cast, Becca decided to have a conversation with Austin about his whereabouts the previous night. Austin, unaware that Becca had already spoken to Clare and Emily, mentioned he had been out with Brennan but left out the detail about the producer who was also present. When Becca pointed this out, Austin tried to explain himself by giving a response that wasn't completely honest, leading to the other women coming to Becca's defense. It was a situation where Austin's explanation wasn't entirely a lie, but it also wasn't entirely the truth.

Their Relationship Still Hangs In The Balance

Becca opened up about feeling betrayed by Austin's comfort in lying to her about the night out. She expressed her uncertainty in trusting him to meet her needs. Despite Austin's regret, Becca remained firm in her decision to end things. She acknowledged Austin's potential as a husband in the future, but not for her at this moment.

Married At First Sight Season 17 Becca & Austin. Becca crying, Austin holding her - Their Relationship Still Hangs In The Balance

Even though Becca and Austin had a heated argument that made it seem like the end of their Married At First Sight journey, they have not officially ended their relationship on the show. Becca expressed her firm belief that it was over, but Austin did not have the opportunity to have a private conversation with her to discuss what had transpired. With their relationship hanging in the balance, there is a possibility that the couple may still attempt to work things out, or it may be time to accept that it is not meant to be for the pair who have faced challenges from the start.

Married At First Sight airs on Wednesdays at 9 p.m. EST on Lifetime.

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