Mercedes Moné, previously known under the name Sasha Banks in WWE, responded decisively to a fan’s suggestion for her to return to WWE, reinforcing her commitment to AEW. Currently competing as the TBS Champion within All Elite Wrestling (AEW), Moné shut down the idea with a blunt message on social media.
Having exited WWE alongside Naomi in May 2022, Moné has since focused on building her career in AEW. While Naomi has returned to WWE and currently holds the Women’s World Championship title, Moné clearly indicated that fans should follow her work in AEW instead. In response to a fan who urged her to come back, Moné replied,
“Imma need your ugly a** to watch AEW.”
Moné’s recent matches and current championship status
Earlier this month at the All In 2025 event, Mercedes Moné challenged Toni Storm for the AEW Women’s World Championship but did not secure the title. Despite this setback, Moné remains a prominent figure in AEW, holding the TBS Championship and continuing to strengthen her standing within the promotion.
Vince Russo’s perspective on Moné charging fans for private messages
Wrestling veteran Vince Russo recently commented on Moné’s decision to offer fans a chance to text her for $99 per month through her personal website. Russo appeared accepting of this unconventional fan interaction model, explaining that if people are willing to pay for personal messages, there is no reason the wrestler should turn down the income.
“I say this, Chris: honestly, if there are people out there that are going to pay out $99 for a text, take their $99 for the text, man. I’m sorry, man, nobody’s putting a gun to their head. If they’re willing to pay her that, make the money, man.” —Vince Russo, Wrestling Veteran
This approach to fan engagement demonstrates Moné’s intent to maintain a closer connection with her audience while monetizing her interaction in a novel way.
Moné’s ongoing role in AEW and possible WWE future
Mercedes Moné debuted on the AEW roster last year and has already experienced significant success, particularly as the reigning TBS Champion. Her decision to decline a WWE return amid fan requests signals a strong preference for continuing her journey in AEW. At 33 years old, wrestling audiences remain curious whether she will reconsider WWE in the future, but for now, her allegiance clearly lies with AEW.
This stance also highlights the growing competition between WWE and AEW for top talent, emphasizing how star wrestlers like Moné shape the landscape by choosing where to build their legacy. Fans eager for her next move will likely watch AEW events closely, anticipating how her career unfolds.
