Mercedes Moné: Former Sasha Banks Coming to France – BZW & La Rixe Show
- A significant announcement reverberated through the professional wrestling world today.
- This marks a return to France for Moné, who last wrestled there in 2022 during a WWE live event.
- Moné’s career has been marked by success across multiple promotions.
A significant announcement reverberated through the professional wrestling world today. Mercedes Moné, formerly known as Sasha Banks in WWE, is scheduled to appear at an event in Dreux, France on . The announcement was made by Banger Zone Wrestling and La Rixe, the French promotions co-hosting the “Apogee” show.
This marks a return to France for Moné, who last wrestled there in during a WWE live event. Her presence is already generating considerable excitement among fans, given her established reputation as one of wrestling’s most prominent figures.
Moné’s career has been marked by success across multiple promotions. From to , she competed in WWE as Sasha Banks, achieving significant accomplishments within the company. She is described as having had a “spectacular career” and her achievements in WWE are considered “legendary.”
Following her departure from WWE in , reportedly due to creative differences with then-CEO Vince McMahon, Moné transitioned to All Elite Wrestling (AEW) in . She currently performs under the ring name Mercedes Moné and is a former AEW TBS Champion, holding the record for the longest reign with that title. She also holds championships in CMLL and New Japan Pro-Wrestling, among others, currently holding a total of nine belts.
The circumstances surrounding Moné’s exit from WWE involved a walkout with Naomi after a disagreement with McMahon. Moné later stated in a interview that she “did not like the way” McMahon “talked to” her, leading to her decision to leave the company.
While currently focused on her run in AEW, speculation regarding a potential return to WWE has surfaced. One factor that could potentially entice Moné back to her former employer is induction into the WWE Hall of Fame. According to reports, Triple H could be instrumental in facilitating such a return, given the prestige associated with the Hall of Fame.
However, as of today, , Moné remains with AEW and has been a dominant force since joining the promotion. She is currently one of AEW’s biggest stars. Her success extends beyond AEW, with continued appearances for partner promotions like CMLL and NJPW, as well as on the independent circuit.
The upcoming appearance in France represents a new chapter in Moné’s career, offering fans an opportunity to witness her skills firsthand. Her ability to capture championships across major promotions – WWE, AEW, NJPW and CMLL – underscores her versatility and talent. Whether she will continue her championship-winning streak in France remains to be seen, but her presence is undoubtedly a significant event for the French wrestling community.
Mercedes Moné’s journey has been one of consistent achievement and bold decisions. From her rise to prominence in WWE to her current success in AEW and beyond, she has established herself as a leading figure in professional wrestling. Her upcoming appearance in Dreux is a testament to her global appeal and the continued demand to see her perform.