Moné Teases Bayley Rematch
Mercedes Moné Discusses Potential Dream Match With Bayley Amidst Ongoing WWE Contract Uncertainty
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Mercedes Moné described her current AEW run as freeing and creatively rewarding, saying the freedom to put matches together and not be told 'no' has allowed her to perform at her best.
Bayley’s WWE contract is reportedly set to expire around the end of 2026, a detail that adds uncertainty to the timing of any potential crossover or move.
Dave Meltzer noted that the frequency of Bayley mentions on WWE Raw suggests WWE expects her to remain with the company; if departure were imminent, such mentions would likely stop.
Moné has long expressed that Bayley is among her greatest opponents, highlighting their 2015 NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn clash as a watershed moment that changed perceptions of women’s wrestling.
Mercedes Moné has reignited talk of facing Bayley in AEW, calling a rematch Wrestling Noticias's "always a dream match for me." The two wrestlers clashed at NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn in 2015 — a match widely credited with redefining women's wrestling. Moné, now thriving in AEW, described her current run as "freeing" and said she can put matches together without being told no.
But Bayley remains under WWE contract, with reports suggesting her deal runs through late 2026. Fightful noted that WWE's repeated mentions of Bayley on Raw signal the company expects to keep her. No concrete plans for an AEW match exist yet, though fan speculation continues to swirl around both wrestlers' futures.
Why Moné and Bayley's 2015 Match Still Matters
Moné and Bayley faced off in one of NXT's most celebrated matches. Fightful reported that the 2015 Brooklyn clash changed how the wrestling world viewed women's wrestling. Moné has consistently praised Bayley as "one of my greatest opponents of all time." The two have been friends since their NXT days, which adds emotional weight to talk of a rematch.
Moné's AEW Freedom Fuels Reunion Talk
Since joining AEW, Moné has spoken openly about creative freedom. She told Wrestling Noticias that her current role lets her build matches without restrictions. This confidence has led to increased speculation about potential dream matchups. A fan-made graphic hinting at WrestleDream with Bayley recently circulated, sparking fresh rumors about a possible crossover.
WWE's Bayley Contract Status Creates Uncertainty
Bayley's contract with WWE is reportedly set to expire around the end of 2026, according to Still Real to Us. This timing creates a window for potential negotiations or moves. However, wrestling reporter Dave Meltzer noted that WWE's frequent Bayley mentions on Raw suggest the company plans to retain her. If departure were likely, such TV promotion would probably stop.
No Deal Yet, But Talk Persists Among Fans
While Moné has teased a Bayley rematch repeatedly, no official agreement exists between AEW and Bayley. Cageside Seats reported that Moné hinted at a potential match during AEW promotions but offered no concrete timeline. Wrestling Purists quoted Moné saying "you never know in wrestling," suggesting optimism without certainty. Until Bayley's status changes, such matches remain in the realm of "what if."
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