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Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Stephanie Vaquer's 'Devil's Kiss' move attracts attention of WWE Hall of Famer
Image via WWE Stephanie Vaquer's popular move attracted a comment from a WWE Hall of Famer. Stephanie Vaquer has made a huge impact in WWE in less than a year since her debut for the company. La Primera is known for her thrilling presence, spectacular in-ring acumen, and overall aura and presentation. One of the key aspects that has now begun to resonate with Vaquer has been her popular move 'Devil's Kiss', where she would trap the opponent's head between her knees and stomp it repeatedly on the mat. Much like many, this attracted the attention of a WWE Hall of Famer, and this time, it is not Booker T. Which WWE Hall of Famer took personal interest in Stephanie Vaquer's Devil Kiss? In a recent post on his X, WWE Hall of Famer Scott Steiner revealed that he took notice of the Devil's Kiss. While he did not mention Stephanie Vaquer's name, it was obvious that he was referring to her. Big Poppa Pump cheekily stated that it seemed like a move that hw would have done, but not in the ring. He tweeted, "Just saw this 'devil's kiss move', seems like something the Big Bad Booty daddy would have done. Just not in the ring, if you know what I mean." Much like Scott Steiner, wrestling fans have been captivated by Stephanie Vaquer's Devil's Kiss. Whenever she is in the ring and signals the move, there is a huge ovation from the audience. Moreover, it picked up further pace during her time in WWE NXT when Booker T would complement it with his enthusiasm on commentary. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Bowels: A Simple Trick To Empty Them Completely Gut Solution Get Offer Undo For quite a while, it has become a signature move in her arsenal. Stephanie Vaquer has been climbing the ladder of success quickly in WWE. Following a remarkable tenure in NXT for a few months, Vaquer was called up to the main roster on Monday Night RAW. She wrestled three matches during the Money in the Bank PLE weekend, which showed her workhorse spirit. The Dark Angel has already been featured in top-tier matches since arriving in the red brand, and with her ongoing momentum, the future looks extremely bright for Vaquer in her WWE run. Also read: WWE RAW Results & Highlights (6/16/25): Cody Rhodes vs Jey Uso set for next week, Goldberg returns and more
Time of India
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Stephanie Vaquer: The workhorse of WWE's Worlds Collide and Money in the Bank weekend
Stephanie Vaquer, a rising star in WWE, is set to compete in two major events this weekend. First, she will team up with Lola Vice at the WWE and AAA co-produced event, Worlds Collide, to face Dalys and Chik Tormenta. This match, scheduled for June 7 at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California, marks a significant collaboration between WWE and AAA, showcasing talents from both promotions. Later that same day, Vaquer will compete in the Women's Money in the Bank ladder match at the Intuit Dome in California. She will face formidable opponents, including Rhea Ripley, Giulia, Roxanne Perez, Alexa Bliss, and Naomi. The winner of this match earns a contract for a championship opportunity at any time, adding high stakes to the contest. Rising through the ranks Stephanie Vaquer's journey in WWE has been marked by significant achievements. She made a notable debut on June 2 episode of WWE Raw by winning a triple threat match against Liv Morgan and Ivy Nile, securing her spot in the Money in the Bank ladder match. Earlier, at NXT Roadblock on March 11, she defeated Giulia in a Winner Takes All match, becoming the first female double champion in NXT history. STEPHANIE VAQUER. #SmackDown Four days later, the 'Dark Angel' was part of WWE Smackdown on June 6 episode on the Money in the Bank week. She was part of a six-woman tag-team match, with Rhea Ripley and Alexa Bliss at her side. They faced Roxanne, Guilia, and Naomi. Her commitment throughout the weekend has gotten her flowers from the fans. Now, she will be part of two marquee matches on the same day, once competing in the WWE NXT x AAA Worlds Collide and then in the Money in the Bank PLE. According to reports, Stephanie Vaquer ranks second in most number of matches in 2025, competing in 29 matches in the WWE ring, just behind LA Knight who has taken part in 30 matches. Her commendable in-ring duties have raised her stakes as a workhorse in the company. The 32-year-old Vaquer joined WWE in 2024, and has looked like a star since she stepped into the ring. Her testament and dedication has hailed fans to call her the ultimate workhorse of the weekend due to that.
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Two More Qualify For Money In The Bank Ladder Matches On RAW
The final names have been added to WWE's Money in the Bank Ladder Matches, with a new Men's and Women's contestant joining the contest. On Monday's episode of WWE RAW, Stephanie Vaquer joined the Women's Money in the Bank Ladder Match after defeating Liv Morgan and Ivy Nile. Vaquer was able to walk out of the match the winner after pinning Nile after hitting the SVB. Later in the night, in a stunner, El Grande Americano punched his ticket to the show. In an electric match that also featured CM Punk and AJ Styles, Americano scored a massive upset win. The match came to a chaotic end when Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed interfered. This caused Sami Zayn and Jey Uso to come running down to help. In the end, Americano hit a headbutt on Styles to score the win. Afterward, Seth Rollins and his new team took out Zayn, Punk, and Uso to close the show. WWE's Money in the Bank will take place on June 7, 2025, from the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. The women's match will feature Alexa Bliss, Roxanne Perez, Rhea Ripley, Giulia, Naomi, and Vaquer. On the men's side, it'll be Solo Sikoa, LA Knight, Penta, Seth Rollins, Andrade, and El Grande Americano. Advertisement READ MORE: WWE Raw Results: Review, Grades, Card For June 2 Are you excited for Money in the Bank? Who do you think will be next? Who do you hope wins? Let us know in the comment section below. The post Two More Qualify For Money In The Bank Ladder Matches On RAW appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Express Tribune
03-06-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Lucha libre takes over WWE
WWE's Netflix era has been a bit shakier than it was expected to be, and the company, under TKO, has been making some questionable decisions, such as releasing the beloved veteran R-Truth and several others since WrestleMania 41, jacked up ticket prices, and the overall creative direction. But at the same time, there's a lot to be excited about. Lucha is taking over WWE. With the arrival of new luchadors, the company is bent on targeting the Latino market. And it's no surprise the move coincides with WWE buying AAA, the 33-year-old Mexican promotion. Lucha libre has long been a part of WWE shows and international pro-wrestling in general. The rich history of Latino stars, the colourful masks, high-flying in-ring style, all have an appeal worldwide. One can evaluate it based on the success of one of the most popular luchadors in history, Rey Mysterio. And with the lucha invasion of WWE, there are many more willing to step up and find their own place on the global stage. Dark Angel The newest addition to the Monday Night Raw roster is the 'Dark Angel' Stephanie Vaquer. The Chilean superstar has lit the wrestling world on fire since last year. She is the first Chilean woman to compete and win championships in Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL), New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) and WWE. My first introduction to Vaquer was when she appeared in AEW last year during a brief stint. She faced off against Mercedes Mone in a Winner Takes All match where both Mone's TBS Championship and Vaquer's Strong Women's Championship were on the line. Going into the match, most of the audience wasn't aware of her. You could hear their indifference to Vaquer challenging a top star. But in the span of one match, Vaquer performed so well and impressed the crowd so much that everyone began chanting for her. She was facing an established star like Mone and yet was able to turn the crowd in her favour in a few minutes. That's what put her on WWE's radar and soon, she joined the company. Since joining, she has been a double champion in NXT and has further raised her stock. On Monday, she defeated Ivy Nile and one-half of the women's tag champ Liv Morgan to qualify for the upcoming Money in the Bank match this weekend. Cero Miedo Penta has been a man of many names throughout his career. But his 'Cero Miedo' (zero fear) motto has been a constant. The dark enigma has been around for a long time and has accumulated numerous accolades around the world. And since joining WWE in early 2025, he's slowly coming into his own on the grand stage. I first saw him perform as part of the Lucha Underground (LU) promotion in late 2014. The word 'aura' has been dragged across the mud and repeatedly stomped into the ground by kids at this point, but Penta certainly has it. He has had it for as long as I've seen him perform. In LU, Penta made himself a megastar in a short time with his insane charisma and brutal moves. His storyline with the veteran Vampiro put him on the map. As a fan, his eventual bloody fight with Vampiro and the post-match big reveal was one of the greatest story endings in wrestling – something that would even make M Night Shyamalan nervous. Penta is also set to compete in the men's Money in the Bank and is involved in a rivalry with El Grande Americano, who's definitely a different iconic luchador and not Chad Gable in a mask. With zero fear, Penta is all ready to display dangerous feats in the ladder match in which he is sure to feel like home with his history of competing in brutal matches. Speaking of lucha libre and dangerous matches, Penta's younger brother Rey Fenix isn't far behind either. The former Lucha Bros signed with WWE at the same time. And Fenix has been killing it on SmackDown since his arrival. It's a certainty that the brothers will reform the tag team in the future. And except for any unforeseen circumstances, they are guaranteed to win tag and singles titles during their run and become mainstays on the roster for years. AAA WWE already employs a number of fantastic luchadors on the roster such as Andrade, who is a rock solid addition to any promotion and it's mind-boggling why he isn't a world champion. Besides him, you have the Latino World Order faction with Cruz Del Toro, Joaquin Wilde and Dragon Lee led by the legendary Mysterio; and Legado Del Fantasma with Santos Escobar, Angel and Berto. And now with WWE's acquisition of AAA, the roster has opened up. You have luchadores and luchadoras that perform in the Mexican promotion being able to perform under the WWE brand. WWE's Worlds Collide premium live event, which is also slated for this weekend, will be a pure showcase of lucha libre. Besides the aforementioned stars, it will include AAA's best offerings. So far, the matches announced include Legado Del Fantasma vs. El Hijo de Dr Wagner Jr, Pagano, and Psycho Clown. El Hijo del Vikingo will face Chad Gable for the AAA Mega Championship. Ethan Page will defend his NXT North American Championship against Je'Von Evans, Laredo Kid and Rey Fénix. And LWO will fight Octagón Jr, Aero Star, and Mr. Iguana. It's almost unbelievable that in 2025, we are seeing the likes of Vikingo, Laredo Kid, Aero Star, Fenix, Penta, and many more wrestle under the WWE brand. While WWE has been looking for the next Rey Mysterio to cater to the Hispanic audience for nearly two decades, they have not been able to find one. Many have come and tried, including another iconic luchador Mistico aka Sin Cara, but none have been able to match what Mysterio has been doing for decades. But now with a vast pool of talent opening up, the possibility to find stars that transcend the wrestling world and become part of pop culture are higher than before. Names like Penta, Fenix and Vaquer are a few who could achieve mega success in WWE, if booked right.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'WWE Raw' Adds Top 'NXT' Star to Main Roster Days Before MITB
'WWE Raw' Adds Top 'NXT' Star to Main Roster Days Before MITB originally appeared on Athlon Sports. WWE has wasted little time calling up a huge "NXT" star to join the "Monday Night Raw" roster. Recently, Cory Hays of PW Nexus reported that Stephanie Vaquer would be on her way to "WWE Raw," while Jordynne Grace would be sent to "Friday Night SmackDown." Advertisement It was later reported that Ricky Saints is also expected to make his way to the main roster. As it turns out, WWE is bringing up one of those stars to the "Monday Night Raw" brand. In a new social media post just before Friday's episode of "SmackDown," the red brand's general manager, Adam Pearce, announced that Vaquer is now a full-time member of "WWE Raw." Pearce also revealed that Vaquer will share the ring with Liv Morgan and Ivy Nile in a triple threat MITB qualifier. Monday night actually won't be Vaquer's debut on "WWE Raw." She first appeared for the brand during the April 21 episode. She took on reigning WWE Women's World Champion Iyo Sky in a match that did not have a winner. The following week, Vaquer pinned Nile in a singles match. Advertisement Vaquer recently lost the "NXT" Women's Championship to Jayce Jayne in a shocker. It soon became clear that the decision to have "La Primera" removed from the top female prize in "NXT" was made to bring her to the main roster. During an appearance on "Busted Open After Dark," Vaquer said that she chose to be a part of the "NXT" brand to start her run on WWE TV. The seasoned veteran explained that she wanted to adjust to the American style of televised wrestling before being in the limelight. Related: WWE Expected to Sign Former AEW World Champion Imminently This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
