Mercedes Moné Praises AEW and Highlights Her Show-Stealing Double or Nothing Match

Mercedes Moné made her much-anticipated AEW in-ring debut at the Double or Nothing event last weekend, where she faced off against Willow Nightingale.

The match garnered significant praise, marking a triumphant return for Moné after a lengthy hiatus due to injury.

Overcoming Adversity: Moné’s Journey Back to the Ring

In an interview with TMZ Sports, Moné reflected on the personal significance of her match against Nightingale.

She highlighted the challenges she faced over the past year after suffering an injury during a previous encounter with Nightingale.

Moné shared, “The doctor said they’re not sure if I was gonna be back in wrestling but I told them, no, this is my life, this is my dream. Nobody can tell me, no, I can’t do it.”

A Show-Stealing Performance

Moné was emphatic about the impact of her match at Double or Nothing, stating, “We went out there and we stole the show. We tore it out of the park.” She expressed high regard for her opponent, labeling Nightingale as one of the best she’s ever faced and expressing eagerness for future matches.

Celebrating AEW’s Impact on Wrestling

Moné also took the opportunity to celebrate AEW’s five-year anniversary and its significant contributions to the wrestling industry. She praised the company for being a game-changer and providing a platform for some of the best wrestlers in the world.

“AEW is just legit changing the game in wrestling. It’s the first competition for WWE in a very, very long time. As you see, AEW is where the best wrestlers…you have me, the greatest of all-time, the TBS women’s champion, you have Will Ospreay, you have Kenny Omega, you have Swerve Strickland, you have Willow Nightingale.”

AEW: A Platform for Talent and Innovation

Moné emphasized the importance of AEW in the wrestling landscape, noting that without it, many talented wrestlers, including herself, might not have the same opportunities.

She concluded, “Every single Wednesday, every single Friday, every single Saturday, people are just out there, throwing it out of the park. We are just changing the game. I’m here to make women’s wrestling so globalized here.”