The Scene is Set as Mercedes Mone is Ready to Make her Big Wembley Debut
After a career filled with ground-breaking experiences, Mercedes Mone is set to add yet another significant achievement to her remarkable journey. The AEW TBS Champion, who will defend her title against the recently returned Britt Baker, is expected to make a spectacular arrival at Wembley Stadium at All In. Almost 50,000 spectators are anticipated to pack the legendary arena for what looks to be one of the most thrilling matches in professional wrestling history.
More than just another title defense, Mone’s impending appearance at Wembley is evidence of her tenacity, growth, and enduring star power. Mone has had an incredible career trajectory, going from her early days in WWE’s NXT to becoming a pillar of AEW. Mone offers insight into the thinking of a champion who has consistently defied expectations as she readies herself to enter one of the most significant phases of her career.
From NXT to WrestleMania: The Historical First Pay-Per-View Event for Mone
Mercedes Mone offered a poignant take on her first significant pay-per-view entrance—a moment that would presage the success that would follow—in the most recent edition of her newsletter, Mone Mag. The story begins at WrestleMania 30 when Mone was a rising star in WWE NXT and went under the name Sasha Banks. The young wrestler was deeply impacted by the chance she was given to go with Triple H to the ring for his big reveal.
Mone described her feelings of both excitement and anxiety when she got the call from NXT coach Matt Bloom, telling her that Triple H had explicitly asked for the women of NXT to be present at his entrance. “He could have chosen models or extras but instead chose us from NXT!” Mone wrote. For the whole NXT roster as well as for Mone, it was a momentous occasion since it showed that WWE saw the potential and talent in its up-and-coming brand.
The advice Triple H offered the group just before they took to the biggest stage of them all is what sticks out in Mone’s memory. “Pay attention to everything. Triple H informed them, “This is not just my moment; this is our moment. After that, he made a career-defining prediction that would come to pass: “One day you’ll be having your entrance at WrestleMania.” For Mone, that was the start of a path that would take her to the top of the business, not simply a stroll to the ring.
The Ascent of Mone to the Main Event of WrestleMania Glory
The advice given by Triple H turned out to be more than just inspirational—they were prescient. Mercedes Mone, in the role of Sasha Banks, would go on to make some of the most iconic entrances in the history of WrestleMania over the years. One of these was her entrance at WrestleMania 32 when she was escorted to the ring by her cousin Snoop Dogg, who performed. It was the epitome of the WWE spectacle—a wonderful fusion of entertainment and familial pride.
But Mone’s WWE career reached its zenith at WrestleMania 37. She created history that evening when, in her role as the SmackDown Women’s Champion, she faced Bianca Belair on the main event of WrestleMania I. The bout was historic not only because it was the first ever to showcase two Black women as the main attraction at WrestleMania, but also because of its placement on the card. Even though Mone lost the title to Belair in the end, the fight was highly acclaimed for its athleticism and poignant storytelling, which cemented Mone’s reputation as one of the greatest in the profession.
A New Chapter: AEW Takes Over WWE
Notwithstanding her achievements in the WWE, Mone’s career took an unexpected turn in May 2022 when she and her tag team partner Naomi left the organization. Fans wondered what lay ahead for the multiple champions after the decision sent shockwaves through the wrestling community. Mone returned to AEW in March 2023 following a spell of indecision and a taxing time of rehabilitation following an ankle injury that nearly ended his career. Her celebrity power had not diminished at all, as seen by the thundering response to her debut.
In just a few months, Mone made her mark in AEW when she defeated Willow Nightingale to win the TBS Championship at Double or Nothing. With the win, she opened a new chapter in her career where she would keep pushing boundaries and redefining what it meant to be a champion. Mone’s excitement is evident as she gets ready for her debut at All In. She was present at the first All-In event, so she is familiar with the significance of the program, and she is prepared to make an impression in front of the biggest crowd that AEW has ever attracted.
The Task Ahead: Britt Baker Makes a Comeback
Mercedes Mone’s trip to Wembley is a tale of determination and success, but she faces a difficult task ahead of her. One of the most well-known and renowned stars in AEW, Britt Baker, has made a comeback to battle Mone for the TBS Championship. The women’s division has gained momentum since Baker’s return, and she is determined to take the top spot once more.
For Baker, the purpose of this game is atonement. She took a short break from the ring, but she’s back with more resolve and focus. She would win the TBS Championship and reclaim her position as the face of the AEW women’s division if she defeated Mone at All In. Both combatants understand that this battle has the potential to define their respective legacies, thus the stakes are enormous.
The fight between Mone and Baker is a conflict of principles more than merely a title contest. With her background in WWE and her global popularity, Mone embodies a new generation of talent that has elevated AEW to a mainstream level of recognition. AEW’s domestic success, on the other hand, is personified by Baker, a wrestler who rose through the ranks of the organization. They will clash from different worlds at Wembley, each vying to be crowned the legitimate leader of the women’s division.
An Evening to Remember: The Legacy Goes On
The entire wrestling community is waiting anxiously for Mercedes Mone to make her big appearance at Wembley Stadium. This is more than simply another title defense; it’s a moment that perfectly captures her career, which has been characterized by breaking down barriers, going against the grain, and grabbing the limelight. Regardless matter whether Mone departs Wembley with the TBS Championship or not, she will always be remembered as one of the greatest performers in the history of professional wrestling.
All In is a huge accomplishment for AEW and a reflection of the company’s quick expansion and capacity to attract some of the top names in the business. For Mone, it represents a kind of homecoming—a return to the spotlight, where she has always flourished. Fans will have the opportunity to see history being made as two of the most accomplished and determined women in wrestling today square off in one of the most recognizable arenas on earth.
One thing is certain as the days before All In get closer: Mercedes Mone is prepared to take the spotlight once more, and everyone in the wrestling community will be paying attention.
