Mercedes Mone, now known as Sasha Banks, made a thunderous arrival in the All Elite Wrestling promotion during the kickoff of AEW Big Business tonight.
The debut of The Boss not only ignited an electrifying reaction from the live audience but also stirred up immense excitement among fans worldwide, eager to witness her new journey unfold in AEW.
As Mone embarks on this new chapter in Tony Khan’s promotion, let’s take a deep dive into the historic moments of the former WWE star during her tenure in the Stamford-based promotion.
#5. Sasha Banks’ Iconic Entrance at WrestleMania 32
The entrance of The Blueprint at WrestleMania 32 stands as a historic moment in the illustrious career of the multi-time women’s champion.
Sasha banks’ WrestleMania 32 gear will forever be iconic pic.twitter.com/Laeqs5sOLq
— 👑𝔸𝕕𝕒𝕞 𝔾𝕠𝕝𝕕𝕓𝕖𝕣𝕘👑 (@AdamGoldberg28) November 24, 2021
Featuring a special appearance and performance by her cousin, Snoop Dogg, the spectacle left an indelible mark on the WWE Universe.
Despite wrestling Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair in a highly intense match lasting around sixteen minutes, it concluded with The Queen emerging victorious. However, the iconic entrance of The Boss remains etched in the memories of fans for years to come.
#4. Sasha Banks Enters Hell in a Cell
A pivotal moment in the storied rivalry between Sasha Banks and Charlotte Flair unfolded at Hell in a Cell 2016 when both superstars stepped foot inside the unforgiving structure for the first time in WWE history.
6 years ago today, sasha banks and charlotte flair made history by being the first women to not only main event a ppv, but to step inside hell in a cell!❤️🔥 pic.twitter.com/YndesVBshC
— chey⚡️ (@meloismone) October 30, 2022
Headlining the event with the RAW Women’s Championship on the line, the match ended with The Queen once again reigning supreme, ending Sasha’s brief title reign. Nonetheless, Banks’ performance solidified her as a trailblazer in the annals of wrestling history.
#3. Farewell to NXT
Sasha Banks’ journey was ignited during her tenure in WWE NXT. In her final match in the developmental brand, Banks faced Bayley in a gripping 30-minute Iron Man match for the NXT Women’s Championship, ultimately suffering defeat.
7 years ago today, Sasha Banks & Bayley made history at NXT Takeover Brooklyn.
One of the greatest matches in @WWE history.
A historically game changing night.
@SashaBanksWWE @itsBayleyWWE pic.twitter.com/P378597UT7
— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) August 22, 2022
Regarded by many fans as one of her finest performances, the match showcased Mone’s prowess as a villainous character, further cementing her legacy.
#2. Triumph at Hell in a Cell 2020
Amidst the challenges of the Pandemic Era, Sasha Banks added another historic moment to her career at Hell in a Cell 2020.
Sasha Banks and Bayley cooked in that Hell in A Cell Match like their lives depended on it 😭🔥🔥pic.twitter.com/q1QwEnMMYv
— Public Enemies Podcast (@TheEnemiesPE3) March 24, 2023
Facing off against Bayley in a SmackDown Women’s Title bout inside the barbaric structure, The Boss emerged victorious, clinching the championship after a grueling twenty-six minutes of intense action.
Winning the title within the confines of Hell in a Cell solidified Banks’ status as one of the premier athletes in WWE.
#1. Main Eventing WrestleMania 37
A watershed moment in wrestling history occurred during Night One of WrestleMania 37 when Sasha Banks and Bianca Belair made history by headlining the event, marking the first time two African-American women clashed in a high-profile title bout.
throwback to when bianca belair & sasha banks made history at wrestlemania 37 🤍#WeLoveYouBianca
— yarin ★ (@S4TURN_RETURNS) March 7, 2024
Additionally, it was the first time two African-American women headlined WrestleMania, underscoring the evolution of women’s wrestling. Despite a valiant effort, Banks succumbed to defeat as Belair claimed victory, signaling a new era in the women’s division.
As Mercedes Mone embarks on her journey in AEW, her storied past in WWE serves as a testament to her trailblazing career and enduring legacy in professional wrestling.