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Saraya posted and then deleted a cryptic message after AEW rescheduled her match against Mariah May, replacing it with Mercedes Mone's debut defense of the TBS Championship against Skye Blue. This change aligns with reports of AEW President Tony Khan making last-minute booking decisions. Saraya's match with May is now set for next week.
A previously announced singles match between Saraya and Mariah May was cut from the May 29 episode of AEW Dynamite without explanation. The match is now scheduled for next week. Additionally, a TBS title match between Mercedes Mone and Skye Blue took place, and updates were provided on the TNT Championship following Adam Copeland's injury.
Hikaru Shida becomes the first 3-time women's champion in AEW after defeating Saraya in their title match on Dynamite's Title Tuesday. Saraya's title reign was short-lived, winning the title in August and losing it in her second defense. The reasons behind the short reign are unclear, but it could be due to a planned storyline or her past injury. The outcome sets up an intriguing future for the former champion, while congratulations go to Hikaru Shida for her accomplishment.
Saraya wins the AEW Women's World Championship in a match against Hikaru Shida, Britt Baker, and Toni Storm at AEW All In 2023. Saraya and Toni initially worked together but had a falling out when Toni accidentally hit Saraya's mom at ringside. Ruby Soho tried to intervene but ended up getting hit by Toni. In the end, Saraya used spray paint on Toni and pinned her with her finisher, securing the title win. Saraya celebrated with her family after the match.
Former WWE Superstar Saraya, now known as Paige in AEW, believes Alicia Fox was underrated during her time in WWE and didn't get the respect she deserved. Meanwhile, WWE SmackDown Women's Champion Rhea Ripley praised Saraya's stable, The Outcasts, in AEW and noted that they seem to be having fun. The Outcasts have become a menace in AEW's women's division, and it will be interesting to see which wrestlers switch promotions in 2023 for a fresh start to their careers.