Mercedes Moné, formerly known as Sasha Banks, publicly commented on AEW’s latest signings just days before her much-anticipated Mercedes Moné AEW title match. This rare move took place shortly after AEW President Tony Khan announced Hyan and Maya World’s official contracts with the wrestling organization during the Worlds End event.
AEW Welcomes Hyan and Maya World Amid Strong Online Support
During Worlds End, Tony Khan revealed that Hyan and Maya World had become the newest All-Elite athletes, drawing excitement both from fans and those within AEW. Social media quickly lit up in response; AEW showcased the newly signed wrestlers with their All-Elite graphics across channels, prompting widespread messages of support for the promising newcomers.
Notably, Mercedes Moné took to AEW’s official Instagram to extend her congratulations, an unusual step for someone known for maintaining a reserved presence and having few allies in the wrestling world. Her statement of support comes at a turbulent moment in her own career, marked by public meltdowns following recent setbacks and the loss of three championship belts. The commentary demonstrates a restrained but genuine acknowledgment of her peers’ achievements, despite her own struggles.
Moné’s Recent Setbacks Add Weight to Upcoming Title Defense
The current landscape finds Mercedes Moné in a vulnerable position as the fate of her hard-earned belts remains uncertain. Despite repeated attempts, she has failed to secure the AEW Women’s World Title on two occasions. Most recently, Moné and her tag partner Athena fell short in their quest for the AEW Women’s World Tag Team titles, losing to the Babes of Wrath during the previous night’s events.
Moné’s recent losses, including three major championships, have taken a clear toll. In a move fueled by frustration and resolve, she issued a challenge: her TBS Championship will be up for grabs next week on AEW Dynamite, where she faces Willow Nightingale. This title match represents more than another defense; for Moné, it is a test to silence both internal and external doubts perpetuated by her recent series of meltdowns and defeats.
High Stakes at Dynamite: Can Moné Rebound or Will Pressure Overwhelm?
The upcoming Mercedes Moné AEW title match carries considerable significance, as another defeat may deepen her current crisis and potentially trigger her most severe unraveling to date. Many in the wrestling community, including key figures such as Athena, Willow Nightingale, and Tony Khan, are watching closely, aware that Moné’s next move inside the ring could redefine her standing in AEW.
With the TBS Championship on the line and heightened tension surrounding her recent performances, Moné’s actions and mindset will likely shape the outcome of both her career trajectory and the evolving AEW landscape.
Mercedes pausing the meltdown to be excited about Maya and Hyan being All Elite 🙌🏻 pic.twitter.com/mwVWZGahBR
— BBB (@facts_onlyBBB) December 28, 2025
