For a short period, Miranda Arries and Nixon Newell were the center of attention in wrestling after withdrawing from AEW Collision two weeks ago due to disagreements over booking plans. Consequently, their replacements, Maya World and Hian, initially received less focus. Both were originally scheduled for Ring of Honor matches on Collision but ended up facing Teijay, where they were easily defeated. They returned the following week for a more competitive bout against Alex Windsor and Riho, which many viewed as a sign of AEW recognizing their potential.
According to Fightful Select, Hian and World are currently well-regarded within AEW. The lengthy match between Windsor and Riho resulted directly from the positive impression these two made during their unexpected appearance the previous week. AEW has not officially signed Hian or World yet, but there is strong interest in doing so, and some insiders believe a contract signing is likely in the future.
Both Hian and World were already noticed by AEW before the situation with Newell and Alizeh unfolded. Hian, a seasoned veteran on the Texas independent circuit, has competed in AEW or Ring of Honor matches since 2021, mainly in secondary content such as “Dark” and “Dark: Elevation.” Meanwhile, 23-year-old World debuted in ROH in December 2023 against wrestling coach Athena in a Proving Ground match and has since appeared multiple times on ROH and AEW programming, including matches with Thunder Rosa and Megan Bain on “Collision” and “Dynamite” last year.
Fan Take: This news is exciting for AEW fans, as it highlights the promotion’s commitment to recognizing and nurturing emerging talent like Maya World and Hian. Their potential signings could bring fresh energy and new storylines to AEW, further enriching the sport’s diversity and competition.
