Mercedes Mone, the AEW sensation, electrified the crowd at Arena Mexico by making a surprise appearance at the CMLL x NJPW Fantastica Mania Mexico show. Known for her bold promises and fierce demeanor, Mone had her sights set on the night’s main event: a title match between La Catalina and NJPW STRONG Women’s Champion Stephanie Vaquer. True to her word, she did not miss a moment of the action.
After Vaquer secured her victory against La Catalina, Mone wasted no time in making her presence felt. She stormed the ring, setting the stage for a confrontation that fans will not soon forget.
The Exchange of Words
“Stephanie, como estas? Congratulations on your beautiful title,” Mone began, her voice dripping with a mix of sarcasm and respect. “You are not the same Stephanie I faced one year ago at New Japan Resurgence. I can see why you call yourself ‘La Primera,’ but at Forbidden Door, I’m going to show you why I’m the CEO, la jefa, because money changes everything!”
Vaquer, unfazed by Mone’s bravado, responded with equal intensity. She declared her intent to add Mone’s TBS Championship to her already impressive collection, a bold statement that sent ripples through the audience. The tension reached a boiling point when Mone, in a flash of aggression, slapped Vaquer, igniting a brawl that had to be broken up by CMLL officials.
At Forbidden Door, I’m gonna show you why I’m the CEO!
Mercedes Mone just confronted Stephanie Vaquer in CMLL.#ViernesEspectacularCMLL #Místico20 pic.twitter.com/H0cmpoXzSc
— GIFSkullX (@GIFSkullX) June 22, 2024
A Fiery Build-Up to Forbidden Door
The encounter at Arena Mexico is just the latest chapter in the growing rivalry between Mone and Vaquer. Their paths are set to collide once more at the AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door pay-per-view on June 30, in a high-stakes title-for-title match that promises to be a showstopper.
For Mercedes Mone, this bout represents her third TBS Championship defense. Her previous victories over Skye Blue and Zeuxis have solidified her status as a formidable champion. Stephanie Vaquer, on the other hand, will be making her fifth title defense since capturing the NJPW STRONG Women’s Championship with a major win over Giulia in the STARDOM Cinderella Championship 2024. Vaquer also holds the CMLL World Women’s Championship. Championship and the CMLL World Women’s Tag Team Championship, making her a force to be reckoned with.
The stakes are higher than ever
The stakes at the Forbidden Gate are very high. Mone and Vaquer are at the top of their game and the outcome of their matches will not only determine the fate of their championships but also shape the image of women’s wrestling in AEW and NJPW.
Fans are eagerly anticipating the match, with social media abuzz with discussions about the outcome and its impact on both promotions. The intensity and unpredictability of this match captured the imagination of wrestling fans around the world, setting the stage for what promises to be one of the most talked-about matches of the year.
Amelia’s final thoughts
The rivalry between Mercedes Mone and Stephanie Vaquer is much more than a wrestling match; a battle for two titans, and each of them decides to prove their power. With two championships on the line and the wrestling world paying attention, Forbidden Gate promises an unforgettable fight.
Hopefully, by June 30th, fans will be able to guess who will win. Is Mercedes Mone the CEO or Stephanie “La Primera” Vaquer? One thing is for sure: the fireworks at the Forbidden Gate will be amazing.
