Mercedes Mone, currently reigning as the AEW TBS Champion, has set the wrestling world abuzz with her plans to pursue the CMLL World Women’s Championship at Grand Slam Mexico next week, and a notable response has come from WWE Superstar CM Punk. CM Punk reaction to Mercedes Mone championship challenge has fueled discussions across the wrestling community, as Mone’s quest for another title follows her recent string of championship wins.
Mercedes Mone Eyes Another Title at Grand Slam Mexico
Tony Khan officially announced that Mercedes Mone will challenge Zeuxis for the CMLL World Women’s Championship after Mone confronted Zeuxis backstage. The CEO, who presently holds the AEW TBS Championship, the RevPro Undisputed British Women’s Championship, and the EWA Women’s Title, is coming off her win in the 2025 Women’s Owen Hart Foundation Tournament. The upcoming championship match has captured industry attention, particularly since both Mone and CM Punk share history with WWE and now work in organizations run by Tony Khan.
“5Beltz… Moné doesn’t want to wait till #AEWAllInTexas to win another title… So next week at Grand Slam: Mexico, I want to challenge for the CMLL World Women’s Championship,” she wrote.
The announcement was quickly shared on the CMLL Instagram account, featuring a post from Mone herself outlining her intentions. This update prompted involvement from The Second City Saint, CM Punk, who acknowledged the development by liking the post. While there is no current storyline linking Punk and Mone, their careers have both intersected with WWE and AEW, adding star power to the ongoing buzz.
Nyla Rose Critiques Mercedes Mone’s Recent Behavior
Former AEW star Nyla Rose, absent from television since 2024, recently made comments regarding Mercedes Mone’s presence and actions during AEW’s Summer Blockbuster event. During the event, Mone participated in commentary for the match between Toni Storm and Julia Hart and was also observed eating a steak while ringside.
“She[‘s] out here eating bricks again,” she wrote.
Nyla Rose’s critique was posted on social media, directed at The CEO’s actions in the arena. The segment culminated with Mone entering the ring post–match and launching an assault on her future All In 2025 opponent, Toni Storm. Rose’s pointed remarks have raised questions about whether this could set the stage for a future confrontation with Mone.
Industry Response and Anticipation for Grand Slam Mexico
CM Punk’s public reaction has drawn additional attention to Mone’s championship ambition ahead of Grand Slam Mexico. With The CEO attempting to add yet another title to her growing resume, the stakes are high for both her and the current CMLL champion Zeuxis. As fans speculate whether Nyla Rose’s comments might develop into an in-ring storyline, anticipation builds for what could unfold during AEW’s upcoming Grand Slam event in Mexico.
