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Fox News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Fox News
WWE legend makes bold Blake Monroe prediction after NXT arrival
Blake Monroe made her WWE debut earlier this month for the NXT brand as the company continued its tear of free-agent signings, shaking up the pro wrestling landscape. Monroe, who was formerly known as Mariah May, made a name for herself in Stardom and was a women's champion at All Elite Wrestling and ended her time there after an epic feud with Toni Storm. Now, she has her sights on NXT women's champion Jacy Jayne and the rest of the Fatal Influence faction, hoping to add another accolade to her already impressive resume. Pro wrestling legend Bubba Ray Dudley told Fox News Digital in a recent interview that Monroe maximized her potential in her previous role and that coming to WWE was the right move. "Blake Monroe has caught my eye, caught my intention over the last couple of years, for the body of work she was involved with in another company," he said. "She did a phenomenal job and maxed out her potential there. I don't think Blake Monroe could have gotten better at where she was, I don't think there was enough talent that was better than her for her to work up to. "I don't know if there was enough minds that could have worked with Blake Monroe to have her be the sports entertainer she could be. I didn't use the word pro wrestler I used sports entertainer because when you look at Blake Monroe's body of work the last couple of years its more sports entertainer than pro wrestler to me and at the end of the day it's world wrestling entertainment." Dudley expressed optimism that Monroe would be a "big star" in WWE moving forward. "So, I think Blake Monroe coming into NXT was a very smart move on her behalf, working with all this new talent I believe working with Shawn Michaels and working with all the talented creative people he has under him and the producers," he said. "Blake is truly going to shine in the system. And I think she will go on and be a big star in the WWE." Monroe had her "contract signing" on NXT this past Tuesday and told the audience that her "dream" was to always come to WWE – something she has posted about on social media continuously as she began her pro wrestling journey. It is unclear when her first official match will be, but Jayne gave Monroe her welcome to NXT moment when she put Monroe through a table. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Triple H meets WWE's top new talent, but her NXT rivals make a brutal statement
Triple H and Blake Monroe (Image via Getty Images) Triple H recently welcomed a major new signing to WWE NXT, Blake Monroe, formerly known as Mariah May in AEW. There were rumors about her joining the company, but her official arrival brought even more excitement. As one of the most discussed names in women's wrestling, Monroe's signing has now turned into one of NXT's biggest moments of the year. Triple H, WWE's Chief Content Officer, plays a huge role in developing the main roster and future stars in NXT. He often visits the Performance Center to stay connected with the next generation of talent. His latest visit gave fans a first look at his meeting with Monroe, who is expected to make a big impact. Triple H meets the new NXT star During his visit, Triple H met with WWE President Nick Khan and Shawn Michaels , NXT's head of creative. He also spent time talking to the newest member of the roster, Blake Monroe . A short clip from the visit was shared on X (formerly Twitter), where fans got to see Monroe interact with Triple H at the Performance Center. 'You should never stop evolving. The future is for the taking… @WWENXT' Monroe made her debut on the June 3 episode of NXT and quickly called out top names like Women's Champion Jacy Jayne. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025: Steel Suppliers From Mexico At Lowest Prices (Take A Peek) Steel Suppliers | search ads Search Now Undo Her confident attitude showed that she was not here to stay quiet, she was ready to fight for her spot at the top. J ust two weeks later, on the June 17 episode, Monroe signed her NXT contract in front of the crowd, making things official. But before she could enjoy her moment, she was interrupted by Fatal Influence. NXT Women's Champion Jazmyn Nyx and Fallon Henley also joined in, turning the segment into complete chaos. A rough start for the former AEW star As the argument between the women grew, it quickly turned physical. Monroe, still new to the brand, was attacked by Nyx and Henley. Together, they slammed her through a table, leaving the crowd in shock. The show ended with Monroe laid out in the ring, a strong message that things will not be easy for her in NXT. SHE'S HERE! The NXT Women's division just became more glamorous: NXT highlights, June 3, 2025 Even though she comes with a strong background from AEW, Monroe now faces new rivals and challenges in WWE. This violent start to her career shows just how competitive the NXT women's division is right now. The way Triple H welcomed her clearly shows the company sees potential in Monroe, but after what happened, she'll have to fight hard to prove herself in this new chapter. Also Read: Mariah May no more? WWE gives her a glamorous NXT rebrand Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fallon Henley Explains Her Actions During the NXT Women's Title Match On WWE NXT
Fatal Influence's Fallon Henley revealed the reason behind her actions in the main event of last night's episode of NXT. The main event of last night's episode of NXT was the NXT Women's Championship match between the champion Stephanie Vaquer and the challenger, Fatal Influence's Jacy Jayne. This match was made official at the NXT Battleground Premium Live Event. Jayne attacked Vaquer backstage, and that led to Ava Raine booking this match. Advertisement Following the announcement, the former NXT Women's Tag Team Champion took to Twitter to share a message about her title match. '4 years of sitting around WAITING for a championship opportunity. 4 years of busting my ass day in & day out…just to STILL be an after thought. No more. I'm making my opportunity & I'm taking it. Because now it's personal. See you Tuesday,' Jacy Jayne tweeted. For most of last night on NXT, Fallon Henley seemed to be envious of her faction member. Henely constantly kept saying that she deserves the title shot over Jayne. Even during the match, both members of Fatal Influence were not on the same page. The two kept arguing during the match as well. Towards the end of the match, Stephanie Vaquer was hanging on the ropes, Jazmyn Nyxx distracted the referee, and Fallon Henley attacked La Primera. Jayne capitalized and hit the Discuss Punch to win her first single's championship on NXT. Henley took to Twitter to share that the reason she helped her faction member win the title was because the team, Fatal Influence always comes first. Advertisement 'Fatal ALWAYS comes first ?,' Fallon Henley tweeted. Jacy Jayne wasn't the only new champion to be crowned on NXT. Catch up on everything that went down on this week's show here. What are your thoughts on Stephanie Vaquer losing her title to Jayne? The post Fallon Henley Explains Her Actions During the NXT Women's Title Match On WWE NXT appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Women's Wrestling Wrap-Up: Jacy Jayne Dethrones Stephanie Vaquer, Mercedes Moné Wins Owen Hart Cup, IWGP Women's Title Defense
Jacy Jayne upsets Stephanie Vaquer on WWE NXT. Mercedes Moné wins the Owen Hart Cup. Syuri will head to England for her first IWGP Women's Championship defense, and more! Jacy Jayne Dethrones Stephanie Vaquer In Shocking NXT Main Event Last weekend, Stephanie Vaquer bested Jordynne Grace to retain the NXT Women's Championship at NXT Battleground. Still, a number of enemies surrounded her. Advertisement The following Tuesday on NXT, Vaquer learned that she'd then compete in a tag match at WWE X AAA Worlds Collide, with Lola Vice by her side and AAA stars Dalys and Chik Tormenta across the ring. Before that, she was to defend her NXT Women's Championship against Fatal Influence's Jacy Jayn in the main event of this week's NXT. Vaquer faced stacked odds in this title match as Dalys and Chik Tormenta attempted to interfere. In addition, Fatal Influence's Fallon Henley and Jazmyn Nyx lingered at ringside and weren't afraid to interfere as well. Their involvement, however, proved to be pivotal. As Nyx distracted the referee, Henley nailed Vaquer with a swinging kick, which allowed Jayne to follow-up with a spinning elbow for the win and the NXT Women's Championship. In aftermath of this shocking development, Jayne sent a message to her detractors. 'To everyone who ever doubted me, called me the third wheel, said I'd never make it… HAHAHAH!!!!!!!!!!!! Never doubt me again,' she wrote on Twitter/X. Meanwhile, the now-former NXT Women's Champion Stephanie Vaquer is expected to move up to WWE's main roster, with reports circling her next destination as the Raw brand. Jordynne Grace will reportedly follow suit, though for SmackDown. Advertisement RELATED: Fallon Henley Explains Her Actions During the NXT Women's Title Match On WWE NXT Mercedes Moné Wins Owen Hart Cup In the opener of AEW Double or Nothing, Mercedes Moné collided with Jamie Hayter in the finals of Women's Owen Hart Foundation tournament, with 'The CEO' emerging victorious. The final moments of their back-and-forth battle saw Moné setting up for a Tombstone Piledriver which Hayter countered with one of her own. Hayter then covered Moné, only to have her kick out. From there, Hayter called for a Hayterade, which Moné dodged. With momentum on her side, Moné subsequently rolled up Hayter for a three count, thus securing the win and the Owen Hart Cup. Additionally, Moné earned herself an AEW Women's Championship match at AEW All In on July 12. Following a successful title defense over Mina Shirakawa at Double or Nothing, AEW Women's Champion Toni Storm will be her opponent. The two met face-to-face on AEW Dynamite, with Moné foreseeing the greatest match of all time, just like Moné considers herself to be. Storm, however, clapped back with the point that she is 'Timeless,' while Moné deserves to have her time come to an end. Advertisement Words eventually escalated to physicality as the two countered each other's moves. Before Storm could hit a Storm Zero, Moné rolled out of the ring, leaving Storm to then celebrate with her title by her side in the ring as Dynamite went off the air. RELATED: Mercedes Moné Opens Up About the Star That Lured Her to AEW Syuri To Defend IWGP Women's Title In EVE Last month, Syuri defeated the ever-dominant Mayu Iwatani to claim the IWGP Women's Championship. Now, she looks ahead to her first title defense. While she usually shows off her skills in Japan, Syuri will head to Europe for this occasion, specifically Pro-Wrestling EVE in London, England. Her challenger? Former EVE Champion Alex Windsor. Advertisement 'Syuri will defend the IWGP Women's Championship against Alex Windsor at EVE 135 on Friday June 6 in Walthamstow, London,' EVE shared on X ahead of the event. Elsewhere at EVE 135: Hit Me Baby One More Time, Big Beefy B*tches (Emersyn Jayne & Rhio) will take on Pretty Psycho (Amira Blair & Zoe Lucas) to determine the number one contenders to the EVE Tag Team Championships, which are currently held by Harley Hudson and Lucy Sky. Additionally, EVE International Champion Anita Vaughan will defend her title against Lucia Lee. Meanwhile, newly crowned EVE Champion Nightshade will be in tag action alongside Rayne Leverkusen, Session Moth Martina, and Skye Smitson. This quartet will face the team of Alexxis Falcon, Bozilla, Lucy Sky, and Millie McKenzie. Advertisement READ MORE: Anita Vaughan Reflects On Will Ospreay's Pedigree on 'Triple H' Going Viral INTERVIEWS Former AEW Women's Champion Saraya chatted with Denise Salcedo about her transformation from WWE's Paige to becoming AEW Women's World Champion, her return to the ring after a career-threatening neck injury, friendships with stars like Toni Storm and Ruby Soho, and her evolution in and out of the ring, what's next for her, and more. TBS Champion Mercedes Mone joined Variety to discuss her AEW Double or Nothing match against Jamie Hayter, her dream intergender matches, the 10 anniversary of her WWE NXT Takeover Brooklyn bout against Bayley, thoughts on 'Timeless' Toni Storm, and more. Advertisement Former AEW Women's Champion Jamie Hayter spoke with Undisputed about her Women's Owen Hart Foundation match against Mercedes Mone, dealing with a back injury, her return to television last year, potentiating regaining the world title, and more. Former WWE SmackDown Women's Champion Natalya appeared on Sportkeeda WrestleBinge to talk about her thoughts on Women's Intercontinental Champion Lyra Valkyria, her praised match against Rhea Ripley, Naomi finally getting a chance to shine, her relationship with Maxxine Dupri, and more. AEW star Willow Nightingale sat down with The Takedown on SI to confirm the news of her contract extension, and talk about the growth of the company over the last few years, her role in Anarchy in the Arena this Sunday at AEW Double or Nothing and more. The post Women's Wrestling Wrap-Up: Jacy Jayne Dethrones Stephanie Vaquer, Mercedes Moné Wins Owen Hart Cup, IWGP Women's Title Defense appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Time of India
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Stephanie Vaquer and Jordynne Grace reportedly set for WWE main roster promotions
Stephanie Vaquer expected to join WWE Raw after NXT title loss Stephanie Vaquer is reportedly set to join WWE Raw following her loss of the NXT Women's Championship on the latest episode of WWE NXT . Vaquer was defeated by Jacy Jayne, who captured the title with interference from Fatal Influence teammates Jazmyn Nyx and Fallon Henley. Vaquer, who signed with WWE in the summer of 2024, gained momentum quickly after debuting on the NXT brand. She defeated Giulia for the NXT Women's Championship in March and had held the title until this week's broadcast. Also read: WWE Superstar Natalya hints at appearance during EVOLVE Women's Championship debut by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 15 Most Beautiful Female Athletes in the World Click Here Undo Although Vaquer is set to wrestle at the upcoming Worlds Collide event in Inglewood, California, this is expected to be her final appearance on NXT before transitioning to the main roster. Reports indicate she will be assigned to WWE Raw. This move aligns with WWE's recent strategy of elevating NXT talent to the main roster. In recent months, Giulia and Roxanne Perez have also made the transition to Raw and SmackDown, respectively. Live Events Jordynne Grace reportedly headed to SmackDown after short NXT stint Jordynne Grace is reportedly being promoted to WWE SmackDown following a brief tenure with WWE NXT. According to a text message shared on social media by wrestling writer Cory Hays, Grace was never intended to remain long in NXT. Grace officially joined WWE in February 2025 after previously making appearances while signed with TNA. She was signed to a main roster deal at the time of her official debut. Her latest match was at WWE NXT Battleground, where she was defeated by Stephanie Vaquer in a title match. Although Grace did not capture the championship, sources suggest her presence in NXT was primarily intended to introduce her to WWE audiences ahead of a full-time role on SmackDown. Also read: WWE Saturday Night's Main Event: Here's date, time, venue, match card, where to watch and how to buy tickets Another recent WWE signee, Ricky Starks, also lost a title on the same episode of WWE NXT. However, there has been no confirmation on whether he will be promoted to either WWE Raw or SmackDown. The developments come amid a broader effort by WWE to integrate NXT talent into main roster storylines ahead of WrestleMania 41 and the ongoing brand expansion strategy.
