Professional wrestling careers often reach their peak at different points. Some wrestlers make an immediate impact with championship wins early on, while others need time to develop their skills. WWE’s women’s division features a blend of youthful talent and seasoned veterans. Remarkably, certain female wrestlers bypassed the developmental NXT stage and debuted directly on the main roster, with some earning championships despite their youth and showing potential for future success.
10. Stephanie Vaquer, aged 32, real name Ana Stephanie Verker Gonzalez (born March 29, 1993), has made a strong mark on NXT, becoming the first woman to hold both the NXT Women’s Championship and the NXT Women’s North American Championship simultaneously. In 2024, she debuted on Raw as NXT Women’s Champion and has now joined the main roster, solidifying her status as a rising WWE star.
9. Giulia, aged 31, real name Eimi Gloria Matsudo (born February 21, 1994), built a name for herself in various wrestling promotions before joining NXT. She notably ended Roxanne Perez’s reign as the NXT Women’s Champion and has transitioned from NXT to Smackdown, continuing to showcase her talent.
8. Zoey Stark, aged 31, real name Teresa Serrano (born January 25, 1994), impressed after moving from NXT to Raw in 2023. She formed a formidable tag team with Shayna Baszler and later operated independently after her partners’ releases. Unfortunately, she suffered an injury during a Money in the Bank qualifier and is expected to be sidelined for some time.
7. Liv Morgan, aged 30, real name Gionna Daddio (born June 8, 1994), has steadily grown within WWE, capturing the Women’s World Championship twice and the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship. She is known for intense rivalries, including a significant program against Becky Lynch, and remains a vital force in the division.
6. Rhea Ripley, aged 28, real name Demi Benet (born October 11, 1996), dominated WWE in 2023 by winning the Women’s Royal Rumble, Smackdown Women’s Championship, and becoming a Grand Slam champion. Despite an injury that forced her to relinquish the Women’s World Championship, she is focused on reclaiming her top spot after moving to Judgment Day.
5. Lyra Valkyria, aged 28, real name Aoife Cusack (born October 23, 1996), was drafted to Raw in 2024 and quickly won against major opponents. She is the first woman to hold WWE’s Women’s Intercontinental Championship and is actively engaged in a high-profile feud with Becky Lynch.
4. Maxxine Dupri, aged 28, real name Sydney Jannin Zmrzel (born May 27, 1997), after initial setbacks, joined the Alpha Academy and has been improving steadily with their guidance. Although she wrestles sporadically, her in-ring ability and recovery skills have earned praise.
3. Kiana James, aged 28, real name Kayla Klingensmith (born May 23, 1997), signed with WWE in 2022 and made an impact as a heel in NXT, including holding the NXT Women’s Tag Team Championship. She was drafted to Raw in 2024 but has faced injury setbacks.
2. Tiffany Stratton, aged 26, real name Jessica Wonilko (born May 1, 1999), had a successful NXT stint, winning the Women’s Championship and the 2024 Women’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match. She quickly asserted herself on Smackdown, defeating top competitors and continuing to build momentum.
1. Roxanne Perez, aged 23, real name Carla Gonzalez (born November 5, 2001), is the youngest female member on the main roster and has been a standout in NXT with dominant runs as Women’s Champion. Now on Raw, she is an influential part of the Judgment Day faction and represents the future of WWE women’s wrestling.
Fan Take: This lineup highlights how WWE is balancing experienced talent and rising young stars to create a competitive and dynamic women’s division. For fans, it means exciting storylines and fresh matchups that keep the sport evolving and captivating audiences worldwide.
