Mercedes Mone’s AEW Debut: March 13, 2024
The wrestling landscape is set for a seismic shift as Mercedes Mone, formerly known as Sasha Banks in WWE, prepares to make her debut in All Elite Wrestling (AEW) on March 13, 2024.
Tony Khan’s revelation of AEW Big Business during the latest episode of Dynamite hinted at Mone’s impending arrival, a speculation now substantiated by recent revelations from Fightful Select. According to these reports, Mone has been under contract with AEW since early January, marking a significant departure from her failed negotiations with WWE in December 2023.
While negotiations with AEW encountered obstacles similar to those with WWE, Mone’s decision to align herself with AEW underscores her desire for fresh opportunities in the industry. Despite initial contemplations regarding an earlier debut, it was determined that Mone’s unveiling would occur at the TD Garden on March 13, a venue laden with sentimental significance as her hometown arena in Boston.
However, reports suggest that Mone’s readiness for in-ring competition has been a point of contention, with indications that she may not have been prepared for a debut as early as AEW Grand Slam in September 2023. Correspondingly, sources from New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) have verified her absence from training following an injury sustained during a match in 2023.
Nevertheless, there remains optimism regarding Mone’s future collaborations with NJPW, with ongoing discussions for potential ventures. Mone’s resilience shines through in her social media statement following the AEW announcement, signaling her unwavering determination as she embarks on this new chapter in her career.
