Mercedes Mone’s Social Media Gambit Sparks Controversy in AEW Wrestling

Mercedes Mone, the charismatic and successful AEW star, continues to make headlines, but her latest social media move has sparked significant backlash. Following the December 21 episode of AEW Collision, Mone tweeted a seemingly simple yet provocative statement, setting the stage for a wave of criticism from fans.

The Sp spark of Controversy

Mone’s tweet, stating simply, “All Elite Women,” quickly garnered attention. However, it wasn’t the content of her message but the context and timing that led to a firestorm. Fans took to the comments, dragging Mone for her remarks and questioning her place in the wrestling community.

Fan Criticisms and Defenses

One fan countered Mone’s statement with, “Never that … there’s a long line of women at NXT that you couldn’t hold a candle to,” suggesting dissatisfaction with her performance compared to her WWE peers.

Others criticized her promo skills, suggesting improvement was needed. “Learn to cut a promo before you incorporate yourself in that category,” one fan tweeted, indicating dissatisfaction with her communication style in the ring.

The criticism went beyond performance to salaries. “Pulling off the biggest bank robbery in wrestling history,” one fan sarcastically commented, referencing the rumors of Mone’s substantial AEW contract.

Perceived Neglect of Women’s Wrestling

Some critics alleged a lack of focus on women’s wrestling in AEW. “Yet you guys only get one match on the card…” one fan pointed out, raising concerns about the scheduling of women’s matches.

Fans also expressed frustration about ratings and match quality. “All tanking ratings with a stacked roster 😐.” This sarcastic comment from a fan highlighted skepticism about the overall quality and relevance of the show.

Context of Controversy

The backlash came on the heels of Mone’s fiery Instagram Live session, where she defended her move from WWE to AEW. In a candid exchange, she said, “B****, I’m richer than I’ve ever f***** been. Putting on the greatest matches that I’ve ever had! So shut the f— up,” demonstrating her confidence and financial satisfaction with her new venture.