Deonna Purrazzo, well-known for her time in TNA and ROH where she held multiple championships including the TNA Knockouts and ROH Women’s titles, is primarily seen as a singles wrestler. Despite this, she occasionally participates in tag team matches, though she openly admits it’s not her favorite format. In an interview on AEW’s “Lightweights Podcast with Joe Vulpis,” Purrazzo expressed that she doesn’t enjoy female tag team wrestling because many women, including herself, aren’t trained specifically for it. However, she did acknowledge that experienced tag teams with strong chemistry can make a difference.
Purrazzo stressed the importance of tag teams having genuine chemistry and meaningful storylines, criticizing the often random pairings seen in women’s tag matches, which she feels lack substance and purpose. When asked about her ideal tag partner, she singled out Britt Baker, highlighting their real-life friendship as a key factor that could make their team compelling to viewers.
Fan Take: This insight from Purrazzo highlights a gap in women’s tag team wrestling that AEW could capitalize on by cultivating authentic partnerships and storylines. For AEW fans, this could mean more engaging and believable tag team rivalries that elevate the women’s division and add a fresh dynamic to the sport.
