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Time of India
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WWE set to welcome Mariah May and Jordynne Grace in major roster shift
Image via AEW The women's division in WWE looks set for a shake-up, as former AEW Women's World Champion Mariah May is reportedly WWE-bound. AEW quietly removed May from their online roster on Friday, signaling her official exit and fueling speculation about her long-rumored move to Stamford. Known as 'The Glamour,' May rose to prominence in AEW following a headline-making feud with Toni Storm. That rivalry culminated in her capturing the AEW Women's Title at All In London 2024 before dropping it back to Storm at Grand Slam Australia in February. Her last AEW appearance came at Revolution 2025, where she unsuccessfully challenged for the title once again. Now, as WWE gears up for Evolution II on July 13, a pay-per-view focused solely on female talent - fans believe May could make her first appearance there. Why May chose WWE over a bigger paycheck While May was reportedly offered competitive deals from other promotions, including a possible AEW renewal, reports suggest that the move to WWE was driven by personal ambition. Wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer claimed that, like Stephanie Vaquer, May prioritized a WrestleMania moment over a bigger paycheck elsewhere. 'It's the same reason they didn't get Will Ospreay or Okada,' Meltzer noted. 'May and Vaquer just valued the dream of WWE more than anything.' Adding to the excitement, Jordynne Grace, who has been part of NXT in recent months as part of WWE's integration with TNA, is also rumored to be heading to SmackDown. Her promotion would follow recent main roster debuts of Roxanne Perez and Giulia, both of whom are confirmed for the Money in the Bank women's ladder match next week. If Grace and May debut around the same time, WWE's women's roster could see a significant refresh - especially heading into the high-profile summer stretch. Social media has been buzzing with fan excitement. One user commented, 'Best signing in 2025, thus far!' while another warned, 'Somebody tell the divas to buckle up, the new era just entered the chat.' May's confident social media presence has also stirred buzz. Recently, she shut down dating rumors with a witty post: 'I only like hot women that are older than me.' With Evolution II and Money in the Bank around the corner, all eyes are now on WWE's next moves. Whether it's SmackDown or a surprise PLE debut, Mariah May looks ready to step into the spotlight.
Time of India
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mariah May likely to join WWE: 5 career-defining moments of the former AEW star
Mariah May's wrestling journey is a touching and inspiring one. She didn't just appear on television one day. She worked her way up. She took chances. She changed countries. And she never stopped aiming for one thing: WWE. Ever since her early matches on England's independent scene, Mariah has made it clear she wants to reach the top. WWE was always the goal. That dream now feels close to coming true. Her AEW profile was quietly removed. Rumours of talks with WWE have grown louder. It feels like the door is finally opening. But before the next chapter begins, it's worth looking at how she got here. Mariah May is not just another pretty face or rising star. She's someone who found ways to stand out in every locker room she walked into. From Japan to AEW, she left a mark. These five moments show exactly how she became one of wrestling's most talked-about names. 1. Stepping into Stardom and creating Club Venus When Mariah went to Japan in late 2022, she entered a whole new world. Stardom is known for its tough style and fast pace. It's also where many future stars have proved themselves. For a British wrestler with no prior Japanese experience, this was a brave move. CLUB VENUS IS HERE 💎 #STARDOM She didn't just blend in. She formed Club Venus alongside Mina Shirakawa and Xia Brookside and quickly made the group her own. Her personality, confidence, and look clicked perfectly with the Japanese crowd. She played the 'Sexy Dynamite Princess' role with flair, but her real growth came in the ring. She picked up wins. She won the Goddess of Stardom Tag Titles. Most importantly, she gained trust and respect in a new culture. That run gave her international buzz. Fans outside the UK came to know her name. AEW took notice. This was the first big moment where people started seeing her as more than just a potential star 2. Debuting in AEW as Toni Storm's devoted fan Mariah made her AEW debut in November 2023, but it wasn't your usual entrance. She didn't wrestle right away. Instead, she was introduced as a starstruck admirer of Toni Storm. It was strange. It was funny. And it worked better than anyone expected. Mariah May from her debut match on AEW Dynamite tonight 🎥 Playing the quiet assistant to Storm's 'Timeless' character, May brought emotion and tension into every segment. At times, she looked scared. At times, she looked jealous. The slow build created curiosity. Fans didn't know if she would snap or stay loyal. She was never boring. This was a key stretch in her career. She wasn't even wrestling every week, but people still talked about her. She learned how to work with cameras, how to build storylines, and how to connect without needing to speak much. That kind of performance is rare, and it proved she belonged on a big stage. 3. Winning the Owen Hart Cup and stepping into the spotlight By July 2024, May finally stepped into the ring full-time. And she didn't waste time. She entered the Owen Hart Foundation Tournament and delivered her best matches yet. She beat names like Skye Blue and Willow Nightingale. Then she lifted the trophy on live TV. One year ago I made my AEW debutFrom being an unknown to main eventing Dynamite, Collision, BOTB & Rampage. Winning the Owen Hart Tournament, killing the face of the division & being crowned World Champion at Wembley StadiumLet me know when the rest of you bitches catch up. This was the moment where fans stopped seeing her as Toni Storm's sidekick. She was now a real contender. Her win earned her a title shot, but it did more than that. It gave her credibility. It showed she could work AEW's big match style and still bring storytelling to the ring. From this point on, her matches became main event worthy. 4. Winning the AEW Women's World Championship at All In AEW's All In 2024 event at Wembley Stadium was historic for many reasons. But for Mariah, it was personal. She was wrestling in London, in front of her home crowd, with everything on the line. And she didn't play it safe. In the middle of the match, she turned on Toni Storm. She used her Owen Cup trophy to knock her out and pinned her to win the AEW Women's World Championship. The crowd gasped. Some cheered. Some were stunned. But everyone was watching. That wasn't just her first world title. That was a moment that proved she could carry the top story in the company. On the biggest night of her career, she made the boldest move possible. And it worked. 5. Her final AEW match and the end of the Toni Storm saga Mariah held the title for 174 days. She defended it against strong opponents like Nyla Rose and Anna Jay. But the story always came back to Toni Storm. Their rivalry grew deeper, darker and more emotional. It reached its final chapter at AEW Revolution 2025. HOLLYWOOD ENDING‼️‼️'TIMELESS' Toni Storm Vs Mariah May IIIAEW Revolution 2025🎧:Eyeless—Slipknot The match was named 'Hollywood Ending.' And it truly felt like one. In a bloody, chaotic Falls Count Anywhere fight, both women tore into each other. The match had drama, callbacks, pain and even some comedy. Storm won in the end, but the spotlight was shared. It felt like closure. Not just for the story, but for Mariah's time in AEW. She didn't return after that match. Her profile was removed from the AEW website in May. And now the WWE rumours have taken over.
Yahoo
19 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Mariah May Gone From AEW, Expected To Sign With WWE Imminently
Mariah May's time with All Elite Wrestling has come to an end. Former Women's World Champion Mariah May hasn't been seen on AEW programming since losing 'The Hollywood Ending' match to Timeless Toni Storm at Revolution back in March. Advertisement Numerous reports and rumors have been prevalent since then regarding May's status with the company. As well as potential interest from WWE after her contract expires. And as the old saying goes, where there's smoke, there's fire. Earlier this afternoon, May was officially removed from the AEW roster page. We now have more information regarding her future with WWE. According to Fightful's Sean Ross Sapp (via Fightful Select), Mariah May is expected to head to WWE imminently after her contract with AEW officially expires. Despite being removed from AEW's roster page, May's management has informed Sapp that her contract with the company has not yet expired. This departure wasn't a surprise to AEW as they were 'well aware' of May's intentions to depart the company for WWE upon the expiration of her contract. Advertisement The biggest question that remains is what brand May will wind up on after signing with WWE. Based on the recent roster call-ups, NXT could certainly use her on Tuesday nights. Stay tuned to WrestleZone for more information on Mariah May's WWE status as it becomes available. READ MORE: Toni Storm Compares Her AEW Revolution Match With Mariah May To A Breakup What do you make of this report? Are you looking forward to seeing what Mariah May does in WWE? Let us know your thoughts by sounding off in the comments section below. The post Mariah May Gone From AEW, Expected To Sign With WWE Imminently appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fans React to AEW Superstar's Shocking Move to WWE
Fans React to AEW Superstar's Shocking Move to WWE originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Just as the AEW product is starting to catch fire on the road to "All In," the company has suffered a massive blow to its blossoming women's division. After months of speculation sparked by reporting from Andrew Baydala, Fightful's Sean Ross Sapp and PWInsider's Mike Johnson are both alleging that former AEW Women's World Champion Mariah May has been removed from the roster page and is set to jump to WWE. Advertisement May signed with the promotion in November 2023, with the bulk of her run involved in an excellent program with "Timeless" Toni Storm. It's unclear at this time why the 26-year-old decided to switch companies at this time, but she immediately slots in as the face of NXT or as a prominent contender on the main roster. Fans across the wrestling world have reacted accordingly. WWEGetty Images There's something inherently funny about immediately trying to craft the narrative without all the information of the story. Fantasy booking Liv Morgan vs. Mariah May in the second custody of Dominik Mysterio ladder match would do numbers. Many fans have suggested pictures like this signal May's goal was to be in the WWE. From a historical lens, is this one of the more impactful promotion switches ever—especially in the modern era? Even with her departure, Tony Khan and AEW's writing staff did a tremendous job raising her status as a performer. Can anyone top this sendoff? It's unclear when May will start with WWE, but she's joining the most talented women's roster in North American history. The dream matches are endless and should be a main event player in no time. Advertisement Related: Update on Chelsea Green's Facial Injuries Related: Wrestling Insider Blasts WWE for Repetitive Storylines and Predictable Endings This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
WWE Expected to Sign Former AEW World Champion Imminently
WWE Expected to Sign Former AEW World Champion Imminently originally appeared on Athlon Sports. One former AEW world titleholder is reportedly expected to join the WWE roster. Since AEW launched in 2019, marquee talents have jumped from WWE. One of the top acts in the company at the moment is The Hurt Syndicate, which features former WWE stars Bobby Lashley, Shelton Benjamin, and MVP. Lashley decided to leave WWE once his contract expired to enjoy more creative freedom under the Tony Khan umbrella. Advertisement WWE has also been able to scoop up some big stars who made their name in AEW. More recently, the promotion has signed key stars such as Penta, Rey Fenix, Ricky Saints, Ethan Page, and more. It appears you can add another significant name to that list. PWInsider is reporting that Mariah May is expected to sign with WWE in the "near future." The news comes after May was removed from the roster section of AEW's website. May first gained notoriety for her work under the Stardom promotion in Japan. She captured the Goddesses of Stardom Championship with newly signed AEW star Mina Shirakawa. AEW signed May to a deal in 2023. Advertisement During her time in AEW, May's popularity soared. She was involved in a heavily praised storyline with "Timeless" Toni Storm. May had served as Storm's protégé before turning on her. May captured the AEW Women's World Championship from Storm and held onto the gold for 174 days. May lost the championship back to "Timeless" during "AEW Grand Slam Australia." The two ended their rivalry at "AEW Revolution 2025." They performed in a Hollywood Ending match, and Storm picked up the victory. This would ultimately prove to be May's final match on her AEW deal. Related: Massive WWE Rumor Involving Vince McMahon Debunked: Report This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
