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Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Three NXT champions set for WWE main roster takeover
Jordynne Grace and Stephanie Vaquer (Image via WWE) The WWE world is changing fast, and NXT is right in the middle of it. In just a few days, some of the biggest stars in NXT lost their titles, and now they are getting ready to move up to the main roster. Stephanie Vaquer, Jordynne Grace, and Ricky Saints are all expected to join Raw or SmackDown very soon. These changes show how WWE is building up its future with fresh and talented wrestlers. At NXT Battleground, Trick Williams won the TNA World Championship, shocking fans everywhere. Right after that, Stephanie Vaquer lost her NXT Women's Championship to Jacy Jayne, and Ricky Saints lost the North American Title to Ethan Page. Jordynne Grace, who recently signed with WWE, also had a big match at Battleground against Vaquer but did not win. Now, with their title runs over, all three are moving forward to bigger stages. Stephanie Vaquer and Jordynne Grace lead the way Stephanie Vaquer is expected to join Monday Night Raw. She signed with WWE in 2024 and quickly made a name for herself in NXT by defeating Giulia to become the Women's Champion. Even though she could've gone straight to the main roster, Vaquer chose to stay in NXT first. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Accounting Automation Software Might Help You To Earn More Accounting Automation Software | Search ads Undo She wanted to learn English and get used to WWE's television style and wrestling approach. That smart decision helped her grow into a strong performer who is now ready for the big leagues. FULL MATCH: Stephanie Vaquer vs. Jacy Jayne | NXT Women's Title Match: NXT, May 27, 2025 Jordynne Grace also started in NXT even though she had a main roster deal. She had a strong presence from the beginning and became a top name quickly. She defeated Giulia to earn a title shot at Battleground, where she faced Vaquer in a hard-fought match. Now, Grace is set to join SmackDown and bring her power and skills to WWE's blue brand. As reported by Dave Meltzer in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter : 'The reason was that both, along with Jordynne Grace are all expected on the main roster imminently. There are reports of Vaquer to Raw and Grace to Smackdown. When asking, we were told that it appeared that way right now. We didn't get a read on where Saints would be going.' Ricky Saints is to join them soon Ricky Saints also seems to be on his way to the main roster. He lost the North American Championship to Ethan Page on the May 27 episode of NXT. While it is not yet clear which brand Saints will join, fans can expect to see him show up on Raw or SmackDown very soon. FULL MATCH: Ricky Saints vs. Ethan Page | North American Title Match: NXT, May 27, 2025 Ricky Saints is actually the ring name of Ricky Starks. Known for his charisma and athletic style, he has been a standout in NXT and looks ready for the next step in his WWE journey. His move to the main roster will give him more chances to shine and compete with WWE's top talent. Also Read: Stephanie Vaquer reportedly moves to WWE RAW after shocking NXT title loss With Vaquer, Grace, and Saints all moving up, WWE's main shows are about to get a lot more exciting. These call-ups prove that NXT continues to be a strong platform for future stars.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
What Is WWE's Goal with the AAA Purchase and Worlds Collide Show?
What Is WWE's Goal with the AAA Purchase and Worlds Collide Show? originally appeared on Athlon Sports. If you wrestle for WWE, you're not necessarily performing for millions on Raw and Smackdown every week. NXT is the developmental brand, and then Evolve and LFG are new shows that are searching for the next WWE superstar. Advertisement So what's going on with AAA? On the WrestleMania 41 preshow, WWE made the shocking announcement that it was purchasing Mexico's No. 2 promotion. This was surprising because WWE never made a big deal out of Lucha Libre. The company spent two decades looking for the next Rey Mysterio (who still wrestles there), and the answer may be his son, Dominik. WWE's partnership with AAA will begin on Saturday with the Worlds Collide show. Looking at the card will give us some clues about WWE's intentions with the Lucha promotion. Stephanie Vaquer (Getty) Stephanie Vaquer, who lost the NXT women's title in a shocker to Jacy Jayne this week, will compete at Worlds Collide. She will team with NXT's Lola Vice against AAA's Chik Tormenta & Dalys. The latest Worlds Collide match announcement came from an unlikely source. Comedian Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias announced that the Latino World Order (Dragon Lee, Joaquin Wilde & Cruz del Toro) will wrestle Octagon Jr., Mr. Iguana, & Aero Star. This is appropriate because the original Octagon teamed with El Hijo del Santo at the WCW-AAA Worlds Collide show in 1994, beating Eddy Guerrero & 'Love Machine' Art Barr in a double-mask vs. double-hair match. Advertisement The rest of the show includes these WWE vs. AAA matches: · Chad Gable vs. El Hijo del Vikingo · NXT North American champion Ethan Page vs. Je'Von Evans vs. Rey Fenix vs. Laredo Kid in a Fatal Four-Way match · Angel, Berto & Santos Escobar vs. Psycho Clown, Pagano & El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr. So it looks like WWE is trying to raise the profile of AAA and introduce the Lucha brand to an American audience. WWE doesn't seem to be challenging CMLL for promotional supremacy in Mexico. Instead, WWE may have purchased AAA as a shortcut to starting an NXT Mexico brand. The company already started NXT UK before folding it into the regular NXT, and it could try again with a new version of NXT Europe. Advertisement The good news for Lucha Libre fans is that they can watch Worlds Collide for free on YouTube in English or Spanish. The show will start at 3 p.m. Eastern on Saturday. This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Stephanie Vaquer Isn't Focused On The Past, Highlights Favorite Part Of The United States
Stephanie Vaquer is focused on the present. WrestleZone Managing Editor Bill Pritchard spoke with Stephanie Vaquer, who was asked if there's a match or moment she would like fans to focus on more. 'La Primera' said she's not actually looking back at her past, but wants to focus on what she's doing in WWE now. Advertisement 'I have felt many people support me for a long time. And American people really know about wrestling, so many people know about my career before [I arrived in NXT]. And now, for me, the present is more important. So, my present is WWE. I work hard for a long year and now, I'm here [as champion]. So, the focus is in the present.' Stephanie Vaquer also commented on her favorite part of being in the United States. She said it was actually being welcomed by the US citizens. 'Here, people are really kind. [They've been] really good with me and help me a lot. I really feel at home here in America. So, I'm so happy to be here,' Stephanie Vaquer said. Watch our full interview with Stephanie Vaquer below: Booker T is proud to be wrong about Stephanie Vaquer Stephanie Vaquer made her NXT in-ring debut on October 15th, 2024. La Primera has seen nothing but success. She is the first female to hold the NXT Women's World and North American Championships at the same time. Recently, Booker T told Denise Salcedo that he initially did not believe that Vaquer would be the top star in NXT. However, Vaquer pushed herself and has done a great job. Advertisement 'But it's not for me, though, it's not for me. It's for Stephanie. It's to shine some light on her. Because she's so, she's so freaking awesome. You know what I mean? She's such a great talent. And she's doing such a great job in NXT. I didn't see her being the one. I thought it was going to be Giulia, you know, Zaria, one of those. 'But seemed like Stephanie Vaquer just slid in there, man. And she's done such a great job as far as her in-ring performance as well as her entertainment value as well. And I just appreciate as well as we did the Bad Bunny theme together. So, she's such a cool person, yeah,' Booker T said. Read More: Booker T Explains His Goal For Making Sound Effects During Stephanie Vaquer Matches The post Stephanie Vaquer Isn't Focused On The Past, Highlights Favorite Part Of The United States appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
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Report: Jordynne Grace and Stephanie Vaquer Moving To WWE Main Roster; Which Shows Are They Expected On?
Jordynne Grace and Stephanie Vaquer are said to be main-roster bound. Upon joining WWE this year, Jordynne Grace reportedly inked a main-roster level deal, though her initial steps would lead her to WWE's development brand of NXT. Most recently, Grace challenged Stephanie Vaquer, albeit unsuccessfully, for the NXT Women's Championship at NXT Battleground. Looking ahead, she is now slated to ascend to WWE's main roster. Advertisement According to Cory Hays of Grace is expected to join the WWE SmackDown roster imminently. The blue brand also recently became the home to former NXT Women's Champion Giulia. Grace and Giulia previously faced off to determine Vaquer's Battleground opponent, with Grace emerging victorious. Tiffany Stratton currently serves as the WWE Women's Champion on the blue brand. Following her shocking NXT Women's Championship loss to Jacy Jayne, Vaquer is also due for a main roster call-up. Hays reports that 'La Primera' will soon move to the WWE Raw brand. Last month, Vaquer made a pair of appearances on WWE's red brand, the first of which pitted her against WWE Women's World Champion IYO SKY in a non-title match. The following week, she defeated Ivy Nile in singles competition. In coming to Raw, Vaquer will join the likes of SKY, Rhea Ripley, Liv Morgan, and Roxanne Perez, who officially signed with the brand last week. When Vaquer signed with WWE last year, the company offered her an immediate spot on the main roster. Per Vaquer's request, though, she stated her journey in NXT, primarily to better her English, work on television, and learn the American style of pro wrestling. RELATED: Stephanie Vaquer Isn't Focused On The Past, Highlights Favorite Part Of The United States The post Report: Jordynne Grace and Stephanie Vaquer Moving To WWE Main Roster; Which Shows Are They Expected On? appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Yahoo
2 days ago
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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.
