Thursday, December 18, 2025
Submit News

Week ending September 3rd, 2017

Each week, The Backpage will wrap up some of the smaller news stories, rumors, editorials and gossip making the rounds in women’s wrestling. Got a tip for next week? Send it in. * Current plans, which could all change if Vince McMahon decides otherwise, call for Asuka to win the Raw Women’s Championship upon debuting … Read more

Mae Young Classic Review: Episode 4

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

Mae Young Classic Review: Episode 3

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

Sasha Banks on her short title reigns

Raw Superstar Sasha Banks was recently interviewed by Sam Roberts of Sam Roberts Wrestling Podcast where discussed numerous topics including her short title reigns, meeting fans in the airports and the Mae Young Classic. *This interview was recorded prior to SummerSlam where Sasha defeated Alexa Bliss to become a four-time Raw Women’s Champion* On her … Read more

Mae Young Classic Review: Episode 2

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

Mae Young Classic Review: Episode 1

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

Kasey Owens discusses her title defense against Laurel Van Ness at ‘Ambition of an Empire 2’

On September 3rd, at British Empire Wrestling’s ‘Ambition of an Empire 2’, Women’s champion Kasey Owens will defend her title against GFW’s Laurel Van Ness. And the pressure is definitely on for this heated contest. Ahead of this Sunday’s event, Diva Dirt sat down with the Women’s champion to discuss her thoughts on the contest. We … Read more

Sexy Star comments on Triplemania XXV incident involving Rosemary

As it was previously reported, GFW Knockout Rosemary was injured during AAA’s TripleMania XXV event during a Reina de Reinas Title match which also featured Sexy Star, Ayako Hamada and Lady Shani. Towards the end sequence of the Fatal Four Way match, Sexy Star, who retained her title, legitimately injured Rosemary’s arm, popping it out … Read more

Lucha Underground Analysis (August 30th, 2017): Outside interference

Welcome to this week’s Lucha Underground review! Let’s jump into the action. Our first Luchadora sighting of the night is Mariposa as she accompanies her creepy brother to his match. Her brother Marty “The Moth” Martinez takes on Argenis. With Mariposa at ringside, the Martinez siblings prove too much for Argenis. A shove into the … Read more

NXT Redux (August 30th, 2017): The Iconic Duo bounce back

Hola NXT fans and welcome to this week’s NXT Redux. After defeating Billie Kay two weeks ago, Ruby Riot is looking to score another win under her belt against the Iconic Duo, this time against Peyton Royce. NEXT WEEK: #WWENXT #WomensChampion @WWEAsuka will update the #NXTUniverse on the status of her injury. @WWENXT pic.twitter.com/g33p0SC6Nf — … Read more

SmackDown Redux (August 29th, 2017): The Ravishing Revolution makes its first step

As stated last week, the Ravishing Revolution is beginning! Will Tamina be able to find her way to the top? And how is the title picture looking now that Natalya is holding the crown? Let’s find out! The first sighting of the night is a dark match between Carmella and Naomi. The Glowtastic Naomi ends … Read more

More female Superstars revealed for WWE 2K18

A few more mainstay additions to the women’s roster in WWE 2K18 were announced today by IGN. The game is shaping up to include the current roster along with new up and coming NXT stars. The announcement includes a newly revamped Alexa Bliss to reflect her “Blissfit”, “Five Feet of Fury” moniker, and an updated … Read more

Rosemary provides update on injury

After sustaining an injury this past weekend at AAA’s Triplemania XXV, GFW Knockout Rosemary has given an update on her injury via Twitter. In her statement, Rosemary notes that her injury was less severe than anticipated and that while she is still waiting to be medically cleared, her time away from the ring should be … Read more

SmackDown Discussion Post: August 29th, 2017

What will happen on tonight’s SmackDown Live as Lana has promised to begin a SmackDown Women’s Championship journey for Tamina. Read WWE.com’s preview to tonight’s show below: “The unusual relationship between the hard-hitting Tamina and The Ravishing Russian, Lana, has been an intriguing focal point in the SmackDown LIVE Women’s division in recent weeks. After … Read more

RAW Redux (August 28th, 2017): So… what was the point in that?

via GIPHY The WWE do like to throw a curveball at us now and again, but last night just left me with a big overwhelming sigh. I remember just over a year ago, I joined Diva Dirt and was super hyped about the brand extension and with that came Sasha Banks’ first title reign. Now … Read more

Emma opens up on injury and wrestling comeback

Earlier this year, WWE Superstar Emma sustained a shoulder injury during a live house show at Liverpool, England. In an interview with FOX SPORTS Australia, Emma discuss that injury, her road to recovery from it and aspirations to become Women’s Champion. Highlights of the interview below. Opening up on her shoulder injury: “I was in … Read more

Alexa Bliss wins the Raw Women’s Title

Tonight on Monday Night’s Raw main event, Alexa Bliss defeated Sasha Banks to become a two time Raw Women’s Champion. The #RAW #WomensTitle is ON THE LINE as @AlexaBliss_WWE challenges @SashaBanksWWE in a vicious #SummerSlam rematch! pic.twitter.com/H2ZOeHcK58 — WWE (@WWE) August 29, 2017 Sasha was able to stay in control for early part of the … Read more

Raw Discussion Post: August 28th, 2017

Tonight on Monday Night Raw, Sasha Banks defends the Raw Women’s Title against Alexa Bliss. Read WWE.com’s preview to tonight’s Title rematch below: “One night after Sasha Banks made Alexa Bliss tap out to the Bank Statement to become a four-time Raw Women’s Champion at SummerSlam, “The Goddess” threw down the gauntlet for a title … Read more