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Time of India
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'I just want to be remembered as...': Saraya opens up about how she wants fans to remember her
(Image via X) Veteran wrestler Saraya, a three‑time women's world champion, recently opened up about which moment she'd most like fans to remember for her contributions to WWE. The women's champion has highlighted her desire to be recognized as a key catalyst in women's wrestling in WWE. Saraya happens to be one of the most popular figures of WWE of her time. She is known for winning the WWE Divas title twice, and was the most youthful ever to come out on top for the championship at 21 years old years 233 days old. She was additionally the debut NXT Women's Champion and the first individual ever to hold the two titles simultaneously. Despite dominating and capturing the AEW Women's World Championship at the All In event in August 2023, Saraya announced a hiatus late in 2024 to pursue personal projects. How Saraya wants WWE fans to remember her? In a candid conversation with WrestleZone managing editor Bill Pritchard, Saraya promoted her newly released memoir, " Hell in Boots: Clawing My Way Through Nine Lives ." As she is away from the ring after her temporary exit in 2024, she also hopes to start training with Natalya and remind everyone just how great she can be in the ring. 'I'm going to talk to Nattie,' Saraya said. 'I want to go to her training school and I want to train with her and like get back into how I feel. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo I used to wrestle, dude. Like, I used to wrestle wrestle. I think I got a little scared subconsciously, and I didn't get to do what I know that I can do. So, yeah, I have to adjust a few things. But I want to get back in the swing of things.' Saraya on 'Hell In Boots', her in-ring future, WWE, Friends During the conversation, Saraya was asked how does want to be remembered by her fans. Is there a match or moment that stands out in her mind? To this, she responded, 'So, moment… Of course, my championship wins. All… Yes! 100% my championship wins. Storyline-wise, I loved my 'Frenemies' thing and that's kind of the biggest thing that people kind of remember from my era, is Frenemies with AJ Lee and stuff." She further added, 'I just want to be remembered [as] someone that kind of helped usher in the Women's Revolution. And people had their opinions on that, of who they thought started it, but, whatever. I just know that I was a part of a group that lit the match,' she noted. 'I want to be remembered for that.' Also Read : WWE prepares to introduce a new bloodline faction member on SmackDown As Saraya embarks on a new journey both with her memoir and her training plans, she is absolutely clear about how she wants to be remembered. She wants her fan remember her as a champion, a revolutionary, and a key player in reshaping the narrative for women in pro wrestling. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Newsweek
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Mariah May's New WWE Name Has A Hidden Meaning
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Former AEW Women's World Champion Mariah May has officially arrived in WWE NXT and has been given a new name. On the June 10th episode of NXT, it was revealed in a stylish vignette that she will now be known as Blake Monroe. The video package was styled like an old Hollywood newsreel, playing up her nickname, "The Glamour," before unveiling the new name. This came one week after her surprise debut on the June 3rd edition of NXT. During her debut, she immediately confronted NXT Women's Champion Jacy Jayne, signaling her intent to go straight to the top of the division. A Championship-Winning Run In AEW Monroe's arrival in WWE comes after a highly successful run in All Elite Wrestling, where she was one of the most featured stars in the women's division. She debuted in late 2023 as the protege of "Timeless" Toni Storm, a partnership that became a central storyline on AEW programming. Their story eventually evolved into a heated rivalry, which saw Monroe defeat Storm to capture the AEW Women's World Championship in front of her home country crowd at the All In event at Wembley Stadium in August 2024. In addition to her world title reign, she also won the 2024 Women's Owen Hart Foundation Tournament. TOKYO, JAPAN - JULY 23: Mariah May enters the ring during the Women's Pro-Wrestling "Stardom" at Ota City General Gymnasium on July 23, 2023 in Tokyo, Japan. TOKYO, JAPAN - JULY 23: Mariah May enters the ring during the Women's Pro-Wrestling "Stardom" at Ota City General Gymnasium on July 23, 2023 in Tokyo, Japan. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation A New Start In NXT After her AEW contract expired, Monroe signed a multi-year deal with WWE, making her one of the biggest free-agent signings of the year. Her rebranding as Blake Monroe marks a fresh start as she begins her journey in the WWE system. Monroe is already being positioned as a major star for the NXT brand. It was recently announced that she has signed with the prestigious Paradigm Talent Agency for outside representation. She joins a roster that includes other top WWE names like CM Punk and Drew McIntyre. She is scheduled to have her official NXT contract signing on next week's episode, likely escalating her new feud with Jacy Jayne. It will be interesting to see if May wins the title in her first outing to get a title shot or if WWE will wait for her to win gold. She will likely be called up to the main roster in the next few months. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mariah May No More? WWE gives her a glamorous NXT rebrand
Image via Mariah May's X Mariah May has got a new identity after her shocking move to WWE . The WWE Universe was left stunned last week at the end of the NXT tapings. One of the most popular stars from AEW, Mariah May, had arrived in the Stamford-based promotion and left everyone talking. She declared that NXT was about to become glamorous, carrying forward her AEW gimmick in the company. However, there has been an alteration made to May's identity, which was revealed in a glamour-filled NXT vignette, introducing the former AEW Women's World Champion in a new light. What is Mariah May's new ring name in WWE? On the June 10th edition of WWE NXT, a vignette aired to hype the arrival of Mariah May in the promotion. She was seen bathing in a bathtub and applying lipstick while embracing the glamour. A narrator repeatedly emphasized 'Glamour' and as the promo came to an end, they said, "The glamour is ... Blake Monroe." This has been introduced as May's character rebranded with the NXT flavor. Mariah May had been vocal about WWE being her ultimate destination for years. After failing in her WWE Tryout many years ago, she scratched and clawed her way to becoming a popular figure on the indies. This led to WWE's rival promotion, AEW, signing her to a contract. Upon her debut, May was paired with "Timeless" Toni Storm as her protégée. Following months of successful partnership, May betrayed her to begin their feud. It even saw The Glamour win the AEW Women's World Championship in her home country of England at All In 2024. The feud continued for months and came to its conclusion at AEW Revolution. It was the gruesome 'Hollywood Ending' match where May lost to Toni Storm, which eventually became her last appearance for the company. Following months of inactivity amidst multiple rumors of her exit, it proved to be true as Mariah May made her NXT debut last week. She immediately targeted the new NXT Women's Champion, Jacy Jayne, and now, with her new identity in WWE, things are about to get glamorous for NXT and most importantly for Blake Monroe. Also read: Ron Killings chooses legacy over change, declines Metro Boomin's WWE proposal
Newsweek
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
WWE's Mariah May Expected To Undergo Major Change: Report
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Mariah May made her impactful and long-awaited WWE debut on the June 3, 2025, episode of NXT. By doing so, she immediately inserted herself into the NXT Women's Championship picture. This surprise appearance came just days after her contract with All Elite Wrestling expired, where she was a former AEW Women's World Champion. The segment saw new NXT Women's Champion Jacy Jayne attempting to celebrate her title win over Stephanie Vaquer from the previous week. Her address was interrupted by a series of NXT women, including Thea Hail, Lola Vice, Lash Legend, Jaida Parker, Kelani Jordan, and Jordynne Grace, all staking a claim for a title shot, leading to a brawl. As chaos broke out, the lights dimmed, and a spotlight hit the crow's nest, revealing May. While WWE announcers did not mention her by name, May took the microphone with a clear message. "It's about damn time. I've wrestled all over the world, and it's only right that The Glamour arrives in NXT," May declared in a digital exclusive later posted on WWE NXT's X account. 8/25/24 AEW ALL IN - London, England 8/25/24 AEW ALL IN - London, England Lee South/AEW Despite her established "Mariah May" name, which is believed to be her real name, TC WrestleVotes reports that WWE will be getting a new name under the Stamford-based promotion once it's decided what it will be. She will be getting a new name once it's decided upon. — TC | WrestleVotes (@TCwrestlevotes) June 4, 2025 More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation This approach mirrors that of another former AEW talent, Ricky Starks, whose name was initially unmentioned upon his NXT arrival before being changed to Ricky Saints. This strategy often relates to WWE securing intellectual property rights for its characters. May, originally from the United Kingdom, was encouraged by WWE coaches to gain global experience after an NXT UK tryout in 2018. She made a significant name for herself in Japan with STARDOM, where she captured the Goddesses of Stardom Championship with Mina Shirakawa. She then joined AEW in late 2023, initially as Toni Storm's protégé, before winning the 2024 Owen Hart Foundation Tournament and defeating Storm for the AEW Women's World Championship at All In 2024. This is a title Storm later regained at Revolution 2025. Her arrival adds another major talent to NXT's stacked women's division, which also includes champion Jacy Jayne. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
04-06-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
Mariah May Breaks Silence On Shocking WWE Debut
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. "The Glamour" Mariah May made her official WWE debut. She did so with a surprise appearance on the June 3, 2025, episode of NXT. This marked her first appearance for a major promotion since her contract with All Elite Wrestling expired at the beginning of June. May's last high-profile match in AEW was at the Revolution pay-per-view in March 2025. There, Toni Storm defeated her in a memorable "Hollywood Ending" fight to win back the AEW Women's World Championship. Following that, May had been active on social media, indicating she was on vacation. This now appears to have been a clever misdirection before her NXT arrival. She has reportedly signed a multi-year WWE contract. Previous reports suggested WWE was very keen to bring her in and that the plan for some time was for her to start in NXT. Aug. 25, 2024 – Mariah May holds the AEW Women's World Championship high after defeating Toni Storm at AEW All In London 2024. Aug. 25, 2024 – Mariah May holds the AEW Women's World Championship high after defeating Toni Storm at AEW All In London 2024. Lee South/AEW During her unannounced NXT debut segment on June 3rd, it was noteworthy that WWE announcers never mentioned May by name. This has led to speculation about whether WWE intends to repackage her or assign her a new ring name, a common practice for new signees, despite "Mariah May" being her established and believed ring name. Following her appearance, May also spoke in a digital exclusive released by WWE, where she stated, according to those who viewed it, "She is now home." This is a major get for WWE as she is extremely talented and hasn't even reached her peak. She has wanted to go to WWE for some time now, but the company wasn't interested in her. However, that all changed thanks to her tenure in AEW. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation May first made a name for herself on the UK independent scene before a highly successful tenure in Japan with STARDOM. She joined AEW in late 2023, initially as the protégée of "Timeless" Toni Storm. Their storyline evolved into a heated rivalry after May won the 2024 Women's Owen Hart Foundation Tournament and defeated Storm for the AEW Women's World Championship at All In 2024 at Wembley Stadium. It will be interesting to see whether WWE gets her on the Great American Bash card next month in Atlanta, which will go head-to-head with AEW All In: Texas. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
