WWE: Its Now the best time to be a fan of Women's Wrestling

[Madeline Everleigh]

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Women’s Wrestling is now thriving! Back in 2010, being a woman in WWE—or even just a fan of women’s wrestling—was rough. The legacies of icons like Lita, Trish Stratus, and Chyna had been all but erased. Women were reduced to eye candy, barely given TV time, and forced to fight for the Divas Championship—a plastic Barbie doll of a belt that didn’t match the sacrifices these women made in training and in the ring. Matches were embarrassingly short, with women lucky to get an eight-minute slot on a pay-per-view. To make it worst most wrestling entrance music for women have sexualized lyrics. And don’t even get me started on how they were held back. Michelle McCool and Melina once revealed they got scolded for making their match “too good” because they weren’t supposed to outshine the men. They were told to make their matches “more girly.” Fast forward to now, and it feels like a whole new world. Women are main-eventing WrestleMania, wrestling in Saudi Arabia (even if the gear is modest), and competing for multiple titles. We now have the WWE Women’s Championship (held by Nia Jax), the Women’s World Championship (held by Liv Morgan), and the Women’s Tag […]
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Women's Wrestling is now thriving! Back in 2010, being a woman in WWE—or even just a fan of women’s wrestling—was rough. The legacies of icons like Lita, Trish Stratus, and Chyna had been all but erased. Women were reduced to eye candy, barely given TV time, and forced to fight for the Divas...

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[Awakens]

I'm honestly so happy for the women in WWE right now! I remember the days when Vince McMahon was in charge, and women's matches were basically considered bathroom breaks by most wrestling fans. It was frustrating to see such talented athletes get so little recognition. But look at how far we’ve come! Women are not only main eventing now, but some of their storylines and matches are far better than what the men are putting on. It’s so refreshing to see them get the spotlight they’ve always deserved. The Women’s United States Championship and Women’s Intercontinental Championship tournaments are just proof of how much the women’s division has grown, and I couldn’t be more excited to see how far it goes!

 

[blisssfan]

I love seeing how the women’s division has grown, and this new championship feels like a great way to honor that progress Michin and Chelsea Green are seasoned veterans, and their matchups have been very entertaining. I’m especially excited about the storytelling in the tournament—though there’s some drama with Bianca, it’s keeping things interesting. I can’t wait for the final match; it could be a pivotal moment for WWE!

 

[Johnny Wrasslin]

I remember back in the day when WWE games only had about 7 women on the roster, and it always felt like the women were just an afterthought. Fast forward to now, and WWE games have every active female wrestler on the roster, plus the legends too! It’s amazing to see how much things have changed. The game really reflects the progress in how women are treated in WWE today—no longer sidelined, but celebrated as main event talent. A lot of that has to do with Triple H, especially since he’s a father with daughters. One of his daughters even wants to wrestle, and I think that’s really shaped his perspective on how women should be treated in the wrestling world. It’s clear he’s made a huge difference in pushing for equal opportunities and recognition for the women’s division.

 

[Cody]

I really hope that the women who have never held a title get their moment to shine in these tournaments. There are so many women who truly deserve it, like Lyra Valkyria, Michin, Chelsea Green, and Zelina Vega. These women have worked so hard and haven't had the chance to hold a championship yet, and it would be so rewarding to see them get that recognition. I feel like it would be a missed opportunity if a former champion won these new titles. The focus should be on elevating those who haven’t had their time at the top yet, and this is their chance to finally get that moment they’ve earned!

 

[Shin Gouki]

I really hope these new titles don’t just end up being props that are barely defended. These championships should mean something, and for that to happen, they need to be regularly defended on TV and at pay-per-views. It would be such a waste if they’re just there to fill space. The women deserve more than that—they deserve to showcase their talent and storylines around the title. If these titles are treated with the respect they deserve, they could become just as important as any other in WWE. Let’s hope WWE takes this seriously and gives us some exciting, meaningful defenses!

 

[Belinda Traverse]

It makes sense now why there are so many women’s stables popping up in WWE. With the rise of these new titles and more focus on the women’s division, it’s clear WWE wants to give them a platform to showcase their talents in a bigger way. Women’s stables allow for more storylines and dynamics, and it’s awesome to see them stepping up. Plus, it’s cool that men’s stables now often have at least one woman member, showing how much more integrated and respected women are becoming in these groups. It’s definitely a sign of how much the landscape has changed for the better!

 

[Ethan Kirchner]

Honestly, the new titles for the women kind of feel like lazy copies of their male equivalents. The only real difference between the men's United States and Intercontinental Championships and the women's versions is that the men have black straps and the women have white. I really wish WWE had taken a bit more time and effort to make these titles stand out on their own, like they did with the Women's Tag Team Titles. Those titles have their own unique design, and it really makes them feel special and separate from the men's. It would’ve been nice if the Women's United States and Intercontinental Championships had their own identity too, rather than just looking like slightly altered versions of the men's belts.

 

[|| Maddie ||]

I’m not sold on the idea of two women’s tournaments running at once. The Women’s United States Championship tournament has already had its ups and downs, and now WWE is adding the Women’s Intercontinental Championship? It’s a bit overwhelming, honestly. I get that they want to give the women more opportunities, but it feels like they’re rushing through these storylines without giving them enough time to breathe. I hope both tournaments can find their footing, but I’m not sure about this dual-title approach.

 

[Dean]

Ugh, I cringe every time I think about the Divas Title. The butterfly design and all that pink just couldn’t be taken seriously—it looked so juvenile and honestly a bit cheap. It felt more like a toy than a real championship. The pink colors just screamed "girly" in a way that undermined the women’s talent, and the whole design just looked plastic, like something that belonged in a kid’s playset rather than in the hands of a real competitor. I’m so glad we’ve moved past that, and the titles now feel more respected and worthy of the incredible women holding them.