In September, AEW President Tony Khan introduced the AEW Women’s World Tag Team Championship along with a tournament to determine the first champions. The Babes of Wrath (Willow Nightingale and Harley Cameron) and Timeless Love Bombs (“Timeless” Toni Storm and Mina Shirakawa) are set to battle in the finals later this month. However, former AEW Women’s World Champion Thunder Rosa expressed her preference that neither team wins, wishing she could have teamed with Toni Storm. Due to injury, she was unable to participate, which left her somewhat disappointed but still positive about the progress of the AEW women’s division. Thunder Rosa noted the significance of the tournament in showcasing many women who have been part of AEW from the start and was surprised by the early elimination of Anna Jay and Tay Melo, whom she respects as key figures in the division. She also commended Nightingale and Cameron for building their characters through various match types, highlighting the value of this developmental experience for growth as performers.
Additionally, Thunder Rosa praised the recent Women’s Blood & Guts match, recognizing the immense effort and resilience of AEW’s women, which proved their capability to perform in demanding matches. She reflected on her own career, expressing pride in being one of the first women in AEW to compete in hardcore matches and in how every woman now gets a chance to shine. She believes the growing presence and toughness of women in AEW fosters a unique camaraderie within the locker room and anticipates that such challenging matches will become commonplace. However, she also admitted feeling left out due to her injury, experiencing a strong fear of missing out (FOMO).
Fan Take: This update highlights the evolving landscape of AEW’s women’s division, showing not just talent depth but also increasing recognition and opportunities for female wrestlers. Thunder Rosa’s insights remind fans that the division is gaining strength and momentum, which could elevate the quality and excitement of women’s wrestling in AEW and the sport overall.
