Beloved WWE Superstar Switching Brands Sooner Than You Think: Report
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New creative pitches within WWE reportedly outline a significant move to the Monday Night RAW roster for the accomplished international star and former NXT Women's Champion, Stephanie Vaquer. Sources indicate the current idea being discussed internally is for Vaquer to head to the main roster after the 6/7 Worlds Collide show.
This potential call-up would add a highly decorated competitor to RAW's women's division. She would also immediately add star power to the brand.
This report about her main roster transition came out just days after Vaquer lost the NXT Women's Championship to Jacy Jayne in a surprising outcome on the May 27, 2025, episode of NXT. Following that impactful title change, other outlets like PW Nexus had already reported that Vaquer was expected for a RAW call-up.
This latest information from WWE sources provides a more specific potential timeframe for her transition. It positions her move after her commitments at the WWE x AAA Worlds Collide premium live event on June 7th.
At that special inter-promotional show, Vaquer is scheduled to team with fellow NXT star Lola Vice against AAA's Chik Tormenta and Dalys, offering her a final major NXT-associated showcase.
Vaquer's journey in WWE began when she officially signed with the company in early 2024, heralded as a major international acquisition. She arrived with an already impressive resume, holding both the CMLL Women's World Championship and the NJPW Strong Women's Championship.
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PhotoThis made her a unique triple champion upon her more prominent NXT push. She quickly made a name for herself in NXT, showcasing her technical prowess and strong in-ring style.
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Her ascent was swift; after a competitive feud, Vaquer defeated Fallon Henley at NXT Vengeance Day in February 2025 to capture the NXT Women's North American Championship. This was her first title in WWE.
Not content with one championship, Vaquer then entered into a high-stakes rivalry with the then-NXT Women's Champion, Giulia. This led to a monumental Winner Takes All match at NXT Roadblock in March 2025.
Vaquer emerged victorious, defeating Giulia to become the first woman in NXT history to simultaneously hold both the NXT Women's Championship and the NXT Women's North American Championship. Though impactful, her reign as a double champion ended with the recent loss of the NXT Women's Title to Jacy Jayne.
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