Mercedes Mone, now a prominent figure in All Elite Wrestling (AEW), has seemingly shifted her stance on a potential return to WWE, her former wrestling home. Initially, before her AEW debut, Mone confidently expressed her intention to eventually return to WWE, citing “unfinished business.” However, recent statements suggest a significant change in her perspective.
In a recent appearance on “The Breakfast Club,” Mone addressed the question of a WWE comeback if offered a compelling financial and rights-respecting deal. Her response indicated a notable cooling off towards the idea. “After the way that AEW has been treating me, I don’t know,” Mone stated, adding, “I don’t think so. I feel like I have the best relationship with AEW right now. Legit, I’m living my dream dreams and it’s the best place I’ve ever been mentally and physically and to be able to have new dreams after being in the industry for 14 years, it’s the best feeling in the world. AEW is my home right now.”
This declaration marks a stark contrast to her earlier pronouncements and highlights her current contentment within AEW. Since joining AEW in March, Mercedes Mone has experienced a rapid rise in the women’s division. Her success is undeniable, currently holding both the prestigious TBS Championship and the NJPW STRONG Women’s Championship. Most recently, at AEW All Out, Mone successfully defended her TBS title against Hikaru Shida, further solidifying her position as a top star in the company. The victory celebration even included Kamille, her enforcer, underscoring Mone’s dominant presence in AEW.
Before her AEW chapter, Mercedes Mone, known as Sasha Banks in WWE, spent a decade with World Wrestling Entertainment. During her WWE tenure, she achieved considerable accolades, capturing the WWE Raw, WWE SmackDown, and NXT Women’s Championships. However, her WWE journey concluded amidst frustration and controversy. It was during her third reign as WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion that Mone, alongside her tag team partner Naomi, made the impactful decision to leave WWE. This departure stemmed from personal and creative disagreements, notably including what Mone described as disrespectful treatment during the day of their walkout in May 2022.
Mercedes Mone’s recent comments suggest that the bridges burned during her WWE exit, coupled with her thriving career and positive environment in AEW, have significantly diminished the likelihood of a WWE return. While the wrestling world is known for its unpredictable nature, for now, Mercedes Mone appears firmly rooted and satisfied in her AEW home.
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