The Mae Young Classic is a special event, promoted by the American professional wrestling promotion, WWE. It will be constituted by a 32 competitor tournament exclusively for women from both NXT and the independent circuit. The tournament will take place on July 13, July 14, and September 12, 2017.
WWE revealed four more participants for the Mae Young Classic II, adding more international stars, a newly signed competitor, and an indie darling. The latest confirmed competitors are masked luchadora Zeuxis, NXT UK’s Isla Dawn, new NXT signee Lacey Lane, and Ring of Honor, Woman of Honor wrestler Karen Q. Here’s what WWE had to say about … Read more
Independent wrestling star Mercedes Martinez has been confirmed as a returning name for this year’s Mae Young Classic tournament. Last year, Martinez Martinez advanced all the way until the semi-finals before tapping to Shayna Baszler. In an interview with Newsweek, Martinez opens up about returning for the second Mae Young Classic, who she is looking … Read more
Several favorites from last year’s Mae Young Classic will return this year alongside new up and coming talent from around the world. WWE announced the return of Mercedes Martinez, Mia Yim, and Kavita Devi along with fresh faces in Killer Kelly and Crystal. This is what WWE had to say about each woman: Kavita Devi: Kavita … Read more
After unveiling its latest round of recruits, WWE is now announcing one of them will take part in the Mae Young Classic II along with Performance Center hopefuls. Joining the latest names are Deonna Purrazzo, Tegan Knox, Jessica Elban, and Reina Gonzalez. Here’s what WWE had to say about each woman: Tegan Nox: Making her … Read more
Four more women are joining a former Divas Champion and the youngest competitor in the field as WWE announced more names for the Mae Young Classic II. Joining Kaitlyn and Rhea Ripley are Io Shirai, Nicole Matthews, Jinny, and Kacy Catanzaro. Here’s what WWE had to say about each woman: Io Shirai: Shirai was recently introduced as WWE’s newest … Read more
After confirming the news that former WWE Divas Champion Kaitlyn will compete in the Mae Young Classic, it has now been revealed that Australian NXT Superstar Rhea Ripley will make her second appearance in the tournament. During last summer’s Mae Young Classic, Ripley defeated Miranda Salinas in the First Round before being eliminated by Dakota Kai in the … Read more
According to PWInsider (via 411Mania), Vernice Gabriel, a female star in the Phillipines, has been booked for the second annual Mae Young Classic tournament. https://www.instagram.com/p/BkuWJ8vgRhF/?taken-by=imvernice Gabriel joins a growing list of names rumored for WWE’s 32 Women Tournament that already include the likes of Meiko Satomura, Xia Brookside, Toni Storm, and newly signed talents Io … Read more
WWE announced today, June 21, that tickets for the upcoming Mae Young Classic II will begin going on sale tomorrow, June 22. The tapings will occur on Wednesday, Aug. 8, and Thursday, Aug. 9 from Full Sail Live in Orlando, Fla. According to WWE’s announcement, this year’s competition will again feature 32 women from 12 … Read more
As we inch closer to the second Mae Young Classic tournament, more names of participants continue to make their way around the rumor mill. ????????????????????????? ?????????????????????????#??#ProWrestling pic.twitter.com/u1qAka2FUf — ???????????????-SENDAI GIRLS PROWRESTLING- (@senjo2006) June 14, 2018 According to Tokyo Sports, international Joshi star, and owner of Sendai Girls’ Pro Wrestling, Meiko Satomura will partake in WWE’s … Read more
Despite promoting a second annual women’s tournament, WWE has been mum on official details regarding the Mae Young Classic II. According to Dave Meltzer in the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, WWE is interested in indie talent Xia Brookside, step-daughter of NXT trainer Robbie Brookside. It was noted in the report that she … Read more
After the success of last year’s Mae Young Classic, the WWE announced earlier this year that they would hold a second all women’s tournament event. According to the Wrestling Observer (via Cageside Seats), the taping dates for tournament will take placr on August 7th and 8th at Full Sail University. Rumored participant names (per the … Read more
At last night’s airing of the WWE Hall of Fame 2018 special, the WWE confirmed the return of several shows for the WWE Network, including a second annual Mae Young Classic tournament! From #WWEGRR to the RETURN of #TheECShow, here's what's coming YOUR WAY on @WWENetwork… #WWEHOF pic.twitter.com/5tnMuY1UBt — WWE (@WWE) April 7, 2018 Also … Read more
Independent Wrestling Star and Mae Young Classic competitor Candice LeRae recently spoke with Ring Rust Radio to reflect on her experience of taking part in the Mae Young Classic, the possibility of signing with the WWE and the rise of intergender wrestling. Highlights of the interview below courtesy of Ring Rust Radio. On being a … Read more
It’s been a whirlwind of a week for the first Mae Young Classic winner. After being crowned the inaugural tourney winner, Kairi Sane is entering a high stakes match for the vacant NXT Women’s Championship at TakeOver: Houston in November. NBC Sports interviewed the Pirate Princess about her MYC win, her message for women, her … Read more
32 competitors, 31 matches, 13 countries, 8 episodes, 1 winner. The inaugural Mae Young Classic comes to a close tonight as the (Pirate) Princess faces the Queen (of Spades). Before the final takes place, we arrive at the red carpet where women’s wrestling stars show up to give their support. We first catch up with … Read more
Tonight, WWE concluded their historic Mae Young Classic tournament. The tournament that started off with 32 competitors representing 13 different countries turned to two in finalists in Shayna Baszler and Kairi Sane. In the end, it was Kairi Sane who would be crowned the inaugural Champion of the Mae Young Classic. It's all about WINNING … Read more
Tonight on the WWE Network, Shayna Baszler faces Kairi Sane in the Mae Young Classic Finale. Which woman will be crowned the inaugural winner of the Mae Young Classic? The Diva Dirt teams weighs in: Abir: With the inevitable Horsewomen vs Horsewomen feud coming along, the MMA women need to have some credibility to this … Read more
As we come to finale of the inaugural Mae Young Classic, WWE NXT Assistant Head Coach Sara Amato was interviewed by Rolling Stone to reflect back on the all women’s tournament, when she believes WWE focus on women’s wrestling changed and whether she is training the Four Horsewomen of MMA. Highlights of the interview below. On … Read more
The Mae Young Classic is reportedly a big hit on the WWE Network. According to Dave Meltzer in the latest edition of The Wrestling Observer Newsletter, the eight episodes of the tournament were the eight most watched episodes of the week, despite the fact that four of the episodes were released last week. Below are … Read more
WWE have uploaded a video of Ronda Rousey, Marina Shafir and Jessamyn Duke confronting Charlotte Flair, Becky Lynch and Bayley during today’s release of the Mae Young Classic episodes 5 though 8. In the video, Rousey, Shafir and Duke are being interviewed to discuss the victory of their fellow MMA Horsewomen Shayna Baszler at the … Read more
The Mae Young Classic continues with the release of episodes 5 through 8 on the WWE Network today at 9 AM ET. These episodes will include the second rounds, quarters finals and semi finals. A special live finale for the Mae Young Classic will take place next week September 12th. WWE have uploaded an updated … Read more
12 matches down and 4 matches left for our remaining 8 women to advance to the next round of the Mae Young Classic. We’ve seen some great matches come our way in this first round, but things certainly aren’t over yet. With one chance to make a good impression, these ladies are hungrier than ever … Read more
Well, here we are on episode 3 of the Mae Young Classic. Eight of the competing athletes have already advanced to the next round and eight more are expected to do the same. The matches on deck for this installment include Ayesha Raymond from London’s East End versus Australia’s Toni Storm; Kavita Devi, who’s the first … Read more
Welcome to Episode 2 of the Mae Young Classic. The first four matches in Episode 1 introduced seasoned veterans, new faces, and compelling match ups. Let’s see what Episode 2 has in store and dive in! Mercedes Martinez vs Xia Li As the match begins Mercedes immediately indicates she’s a heel veteran who should not … Read more
Hola Diva Dirt readers and welcome to our first review on WWE’s historic Mae Young Classic tournament! Josue here and I’ll be kicking things off with Episode 1. Our first round of matches for this episode include: Kay Lee Ray vs. Princesa Sugehit Serena Deeb vs. Vanessa Borne Shayna Baszler vs. Zeda Abbey Laith vs. … Read more
WWE Executive Triple H was recently interviewed by USA Today’s For the Win to discuss the Mae Young Classic, the importance behind it and whether the tournament can lead to an all women’s show. Highlights of the interview below. The importance behind the Mae Young Classic: “Women got into the business for the same reason … Read more