Former WWE Champion Big E stepped forward to defend Liv Morgan after Stephanie Vaquer launched a harsh promo on Raw that visibly upset Morgan. This confrontation occurred during a backstage segment where Morgan discussed her WrestleMania opponent options following her victory in the women’s Royal Rumble.
Liv Morgan, accompanied by Dominik Mysterio, faced a crucial moment on Raw where she was interviewed by Michael Cole about whom she would challenge at WrestleMania: Women’s World Champion Stephanie Vaquer or WWE Women’s Champion Jade Cargill. Morgan chose not to announce her decision immediately, emphasizing her intent to carefully weigh her options after a long journey in wrestling.
Backstage Tensions Rise as Stephanie Vaquer Questions Morgan’s Career Path
Stephanie Vaquer interrupted the interview, challenging Morgan’s statement about grinding for ten years. Vaquer argued that Morgan was given opportunities by WWE, contrasting it with her own experience rising from Chile, a country with a limited wrestling scene. This sparked controversy about respect and recognition within the WWE women’s division.
Big E Highlights Morgan’s Hard Work and Perseverance
Big E addressed Vaquer’s remarks during the official Raw Recap show, defending Liv Morgan’s dedication and career progress. He pointed out that Morgan faced many challenges early in her career, including criticism comparing her unfavorably to Carmella and being overlooked in NXT.
He described Morgan’s path as one of steady effort, noting her time with the Riott Squad and her continued commitment to improve by training at “The Dungeon” with Nattie and TJ. Big E stressed that although Vaquer’s story of rising from Chile is impressive, it should not diminish Morgan’s hard-earned achievements.
He said,
“If you know her story, if you saw her rise in NXT, there was a time where people were calling her a Carmella knock-off. When she was trying to find her footing in NXT, in many ways she was an afterthought.”
“She comes up on the main roster with Riott Squad, and she’s not skyrocketed to the top of the division. She is someone who worked very hard. She put in time at The Dungeon as well working out at Nattie and TJ’s, trying to get better.”
“So not to take anything away from Stephanie and her story and how hard she’s worked coming from Chile to make it so big and to become a champion here in WWE, but I also don’t wanna discredit Liv.”
“You can talk a lot about her hiding behind Dom and the Judgment Day and a lot of the more questionable tactics that she’s been up to recently, but she’s someone who has worked very hard to be in this position.”
“She is someone who has grinded, who has dealt with a lot of no’s, a lot of rejection, a lot of, ‘You’re not good enough.’ So let’s not take away from Liv in that regard.”
Big E Shares His Thoughts on the Future WrestleMania Matchups
Addressing Morgan’s upcoming WrestleMania challenge, Big E emphasized the personal nature of the conflict, citing the emotional tension that now surrounds the choice between Stephanie Vaquer and Jade Cargill.
He expressed admiration for Vaquer’s courage and journey but made clear where his enthusiasm lies for the big event.
“For me, this is the match that I need to see.”
“But for me this is the match that I need to see.”
He explained,
“I think it’s personal now. It’s really personal. I love Stephanie’s boldness, I love that she talked about coming up in Chile and trying to make it, and how tough that road was.”
“Liv and Jade would be a lot of fun as well, but I’m here for this. I need to see this pay off on the greatest stage of them all.”
“Liv and Jade would be a lot of fun as well, but I’m here for this. I need to see this pay off on the greatest stage of them all.”
Significance of the Rivalry and Its Impact on WrestleMania
The tension between Liv Morgan and Stephanie Vaquer encapsulates the high stakes of WrestleMania’s women’s division this year. Morgan’s defense by Big E highlights her perseverance and dedication, reinforcing the respect she has earned despite recent setbacks and criticisms. The emotional weight of the looming match promises an intense and dramatic showdown on WWE’s biggest stage.
Choosing between facing the battle-hardened Vaquer or the powerful Jade Cargill presents Morgan with a defining moment in her career. The buildup suggests that whichever path she selects will have lasting implications for the women’s championship landscape and the narratives WWE emphasizes heading into WrestleMania.
