The highly anticipated Cora Jade vs AEW star match has been confirmed, with the former WWE talent set to clash with Deonna Purrazzo at an upcoming Game Changer Wrestling event. This announcement comes after Cora Jade’s unexpected release from WWE, immediately drawing attention to her next steps on the wrestling scene and fueling speculation about her future career prospects.
Major Match Announced for Cora Jade After WWE Departure
Cora Jade, previously celebrated for her promising performances in WWE’s NXT brand, was released from her contract on May 2 in a move that surprised both fans and industry insiders. Many believed the young wrestler had a bright future within the company, but her release has now set a new trajectory for her career. Adopting her previous ring name, Elayna Black, Jade has begun making waves on the independent wrestling circuit.
The latest development in her journey is the official match against AEW competitor Deonna Purrazzo, set for Game Changer Wrestling. The promotion broke the news on their social media platform, confirming an exciting line-up featuring multiple names. As they posted:
“*RUTHERFORD UPDATE* Just Signed: ELAYNA BLACK vs DEONNA PURRAZO Plus: Mance vs Bear Bronson Effy Matt Tremont Drew Parker Matt Cardona Steve Maclin makes his GCW Debut! +more Get Tix: http://GCWHIT25.EVENTBRITE.COM Watch LIVE on @Triller_TV + Friday 8/1 – 8PM The Williams Center.”
— Game Changer Wrestling announcement
This match not only places Jade in the spotlight but also links her directly with Deonna Purrazzo, a recognized name within AEW ranks, adding further intrigue for fans of both competitors and the wrestling community at large. The event, set to take place at The Williams Center, will also feature appearances by other notable wrestlers including Steve Maclin, Matt Cardona, and Drew Parker.
Cora Jade Names Her Top Wrestling Inspiration
With her WWE chapter closed, Jade has been open about her future ambitions and wrestling inspirations. During an appearance on Insight with Chris Van Vliet, she discussed her ultimate dream match, naming Mercedes Mone, another well-known AEW competitor, as her ideal opponent. In her own words:
“That’s my current dream match. I feel like her and Bayley were my favorites out of the four Horsewomen. I loved all of them, but I feel like I really, really looked up to them two specifically. I feel like I just felt the most connected to them two because Mercedes was always writing in her notebook too. And I feel like I look at her and see aspects of myself too. So to be able to wrestle her now, where we both have had our time in WWE and we’re both doing our own thing now and doing whatever we want creatively, I feel like that is the ultimate dream match.”
— Cora Jade, wrestler
This candid admission highlights Jade’s admiration for Mercedes Mone and Bayley, both instrumental figures among the famous ‘Horsewomen’ of wrestling, as well as her ongoing desire to challenge herself against some of the industry’s top talent.
What This High-Profile Match Means for Cora Jade’s Career
The announcement of the Cora Jade vs AEW star match marks a pivotal moment in Jade’s transition from WWE to the independent circuit. Facing Deonna Purrazzo, a formidable and established AEW presence, could provide a major boost to Jade’s reputation and open new pathways in her wrestling journey. With her sights set on meeting major names like Mercedes Mone in the ring, Jade’s future matches will be closely watched by fans and industry insiders, eager to see how she shapes this exciting new chapter.
