Mercedes Moné is scheduled to return to Italy to defend her BestYa Women’s Championship on March 8. The AEW star will face Italy’s Swan at BestYa Wrestling’s event held at the Magika Disco Club, marking Moné’s second title defense in the country.
Background on Moné’s Italian Championship Reign
Moné first won the BestYa Women’s Championship in Italy last July by defeating Diana Strong in a title-versus-title match. Since then, she has successfully defended the belt once, overcoming Queen Maya at an event in November. Swan, a well-established wrestler in the Italian circuit, earned her shot against Moné by winning a #1 contender’s match last year against Electra and Strong.
Moné’s Current Wrestling Schedule and Future Appearances
Recently, Moné has taken a brief break from AEW programming, announcing her time off soon after Willow Nightingale’s record-breaking TBS Championship reign came to an end. Despite stepping back from AEW, Moné continues to hold multiple independent titles and plans to defend them during her hiatus. It was confirmed that she will appear next month at Winnipeg Pro Wrestling, where she will put her women’s championship on the line against the winner of an eight-woman tournament.
Significance of the Upcoming Match and Career Impact
Moné’s return to Italy highlights her growing international presence and dedication to defending her titles across multiple promotions. This match at BestYa Wrestling not only reinforces her status within the independent wrestling scene but also offers European fans a chance to see her compete live. Her continued activity beyond AEW ensures she remains a vital competitor and a prominent figure in women’s wrestling worldwide.
“Moné first captured Italian gold last July in a title-versus-title match against Diana Strong.” – BestYa Wrestling announcement
“Swan, a veteran of the Italian scene, earned the upcoming opportunity against Moné by beating Electra and Strong in a #1 contenders match last year.” – BestYa Wrestling announcement
