Will Ospreay announces Kris Statlander’s debut for Pro-Wrestling: EVE, confirming she will compete for the EVE International Championship in Walthamstow, London, on July 4, 2025. The highly anticipated match will see the AEW star challenge current champion Anita Vaughan at the upcoming Mean Grrrls event.
Kris Statlander to Face Anita Vaughan in London Title Match
Kris Statlander, known for her impressive run in All Elite Wrestling and as a former AEW TBS Champion, is set to debut for Pro-Wrestling: EVE. Her first match will be a title opportunity against Anita Vaughan, who has maintained a strong presence as EVE International Champion in the British independent wrestling scene. The bout will be held at Mean Grrrls in Walthamstow, putting Statlander immediately into the title picture upon her arrival.
The announcement was made by Will Ospreay, who is recognized not only for his in-ring career but also for his significant behind-the-scenes involvement at Pro-Wrestling: EVE. Over the past year, Ospreay has served as a producer and contributes creatively to the promotion, helping to orchestrate high-profile matches and talent crossovers like this one.
Background: Statlander’s Achievements in AEW
Since joining Tony Khan’s AEW in 2019, Kris Statlander has become an influential competitor within the women’s division. Statlander achieved a major career milestone at Double or Nothing 2023, where she captured the TBS Championship by ending Jade Cargill’s 60-match undefeated streak. Her reign as champion included successful defenses against contenders such as Nyla Rose, Anna Jay, and Taya Valkyrie, establishing her as a consistent performer at the top level.
Though she later lost the title at Full Gear in a three-way contest featuring Julia Hart and Skye Blue, Statlander continued to make history. Her match against Mercedes Mone at Full Gear 2024 became the longest women’s match in AEW to date, a record soon surpassed in their next encounter at Worlds End 2024, where the two battled for more than 24 minutes.
Statlander’s Nickname Gains Attention Ahead of the Match
As excitement builds for her London debut, Statlander recently became the subject of increased fan attention due to a new nickname. Before AEW’s Double or Nothing 2025, former All Elite Wrestling star Mariah May, who later signed with WWE, shared an image on social media with Statlander, referring to her as “stat daddy.” The term quickly circulated among fans, adding further interest and momentum to Statlander’s growing profile ahead of her challenge for the EVE International Championship.
With Anita Vaughan holding the championship and Statlander entering as a high-profile challenger, the London event is positioned as a major focal point for British women’s professional wrestling. The match’s outcome could influence both competitors’ future trajectories and generate new interest in the Pro-Wrestling: EVE promotion, particularly among AEW and international wrestling audiences.
What This Matchup Could Mean for Pro-Wrestling: EVE
The collaboration, driven by Will Ospreay’s guidance and creative input, signals a further connection between AEW talent and the British independent scene. By featuring Statlander in a main event spot immediately upon debuting, Pro-Wrestling: EVE demonstrates its intention to bring high-caliber matchups to its fans. The outcome of this championship clash may define the next chapter for Anita Vaughan and set the stage for more AEW stars to appear on British soil in the future.
