Mercedes Moné, Toni Storm Face Off On AEW Dynamite Ahead Of July Title Match

AEW is building up to a highly anticipated women's championship match between Toni Storm, the AEW Women's World Champion, and Mercedes Moné, the TBS Champion and 2025 Owen Hart Foundation Tournament winner. Their first face-to-face encounter occurred during the May 28 episode of AEW Dynamite, where the two exchanged promos highlighting their respective journeys and strengths, culminating in a tense physical altercation. Mercedes declared herself the 'Beyoncé of women's wrestling,' while Toni Storm emphasized her dedication to the AEW Women's Championship and her determination to defend it. The match is set for AEW All In on July 12 at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, and promises to be a marquee event in the AEW women's division. AEW President Tony Khan has promoted the segment as the start of a memorable rivalry, with both women receiving strong fan reactions and critical attention. The build-up highlights the contrasting personas and motivations of the two champions, setting the stage for a compelling showdown.