Becky Lynch arrives, unexpected squash match - 5 Potential AEW twists for Mercedes Mone vs. Britt Baker
With AEW All In just a few weeks away, the AEW women's division is starting to pick up steam. Tony Khan is heavily focusing on putting together a stacked card for All In, which is likely to include some dream encounters between top female stars.
Mariah May has earned herself a shot at the AEW Women's Championship by winning the latest edition of the Owen Hart Foundation Tournament. Following her historic victory, The Glamour ruthlessly turned her back on Toni Storm, raising the stakes for their eventual contest in Wembley Stadium.
Another prominent dream match that is likely to take place at All In is Mercedes Mone vs. Britt Baker. The DMD made her groundbreaking return at Forbidden Door 2024, where she confronted The CEO after she won the NJPW Strong Women's Championship. Since then, Mone has actively tried to avoid The Doctor, being well aware that Baker could potentially cut short her title reign.
However, The Doctor is adamant about getting her hands on Mercedes Mone, who has risen as AEW's biggest female superstar in her absence. With almost a month left for All In, fans can expect several twists and turns to unfold in this rivalry.
In this article, let's look at five potential surprises that could take place in the Mercedes Mone vs. Britt Baker rivalry.
#5. Britt Baker secures a quick win over Mercedes Mone at AEW All In
Since her return, Britt Baker has been involved in a few confrontations with Mercedes Mone. The DMD is focused on proving her worth as the face of the AEW women's division by taking down an outsider talent in Mone.
However, The CEO seems to be undermining the threat of The Doctor. Blinded by her recent success, the TBS Champion might be underestimating Britt Baker, who has defeated many top superstars in the past.
Tony Khan could kickstart the Mone vs. Baker rivalry in an unexpected way at All In. The AEW CEO could book Britt Baker to demolish Mercedes Mone in a squash match, a move that will certainly catch the fans off guard.
However, it would be a great diversion from the 50-50 booking that often draws criticism from the fans. It could be a similar situation to Survivor Series 2016, where Goldberg unexpectedly took out Brock Lesnar in 86 seconds.
A quick defeat against her arch-rival will certainly come as a wake-up call for The CEO, who will take Baker seriously after this loss. The finish will set up a great rematch down the line, where the multi-time Women's Champion will come prepared for the Doctor.
#4. Jamie Hayter costs Britt Baker the TBS Championship
Jamie Hayter has been away from television for over 13 months. The ever-shiniest striker was last seen in May 2023, when she lost her AEW Women's Title against Toni Storm.
Britt Baker teased turning her back on Hayter multiple times during her title reign. As the duo seemed to be approaching a rivalry, Jamie's unfortunate injury spoiled all such creative plans.
With rumors of Jamie Hayter's possible return at All In, Tony Khan must pull the trigger on her feud with the DMD. The British Superstar could appear at the All In Pay-Per-View, where she could help Mercedes Mone defeat her former mentor.
The ever-shiniest striker could lay down The Doctor in this match, kicking off a much-anticipated rivalry. A beloved figure among the fans, it will be intriguing to see how Hayter pulls off a heel character following her return.
#3. Kamille comes to the rescue of Mercedes Mone
Kamille signed an official contract with All Elite Wrestling in February 2024. The former NWA star attracted interest from WWE as well but instead decided to join hands with the Tony Khan-led company.
Unfortunately, the 31-year-old star is yet to make an appearance on the AEW programming. It is baffling that the AEW creative team has not been able to come up with any plans for Kamille, who could greatly contribute to the promotion's women's division.
The situation could finally change at All In, where a debuting Kamille could enter an alliance with Mercedes Mone. The Brickhouse could annihilate Britt Baker in this contest, allowing The CEO to successfully retain her title. It would be a great way to prolong the Baker vs. Mone rivalry without making The DMD look weak in defeat.
Moreover, All In would be the perfect place for Kamille to make her first AEW appearance, following months of absence from the squared circle.
The 31-year-old could serve as Mone's bodyguard going forward, similar to how she worked as Nick Aldis' "Insurance Policy" in NWA. The duo could run rampant on the AEW Women's division for months before Kamille eventually turns her back on the TBS Champion.
#2. Sting backs Britt Baker against The Elite
Although The Elite looks to hunt down the majority of the AEW roster, the tyrant group seems to be very supportive of Mercedes Mone. The two sides have been involved in a few backstage segments of late, where The Young Bucks have actively extended support towards the TBS Champion.
Interestingly, the faction does not seem very fond of Mone's rival, Britt Baker. If things go south for The CEO at All In, The Elite could come out to rescue the TBS Champion against The Doctor. The Elite's interference could draw the ire of Sting, who recently had his final wrestling match at Revolution 2024.
The Icon recently made a rare post on his X/Twitter account, where he admitted being impressed with Britt Baker's recent Sting mask trick on Dynamite. Although he is no longer an active wrestler, The Stinger could light up Wembley Stadium in August by coming to the aid of the former AEW Women's Champion.
#1. Becky Lynch confronts Mercedes Mone after her victory over Britt Baker
Becky Lynch last appeared on WWE television in May 2024, when she lost her Women's World Championship against Liv Morgan. The Man's official WWE contract expired a few days after this loss, and she has yet to sign with any prominent wrestling promotions.
Tony Khan would do everything in his power to somehow bring Becky Lynch to All Elite Wrestling. Big Time Becks could turn out to be a box-office attraction for the Jacksonville-based promotion, something that Tony Khan is well aware of.
With WWE recently signing Stephanie Vaquer to an official contract, the AEW CEO could counterattack by bringing in The Man to AEW. Once Mercedes Mone manages to overcome The DMD at All In, she could be interrupted by a debuting Becky Lynch, who would come out to a massive ovation from the crowd.
The Irish Lass Kicker could confront her fellow Horsewoman in the ring, reigniting her long-standing rivalry with the TBS Champion. Becky Lynch's arrival would greatly enhance AEW's star power, helping them overcome their struggles on the ratings front.