Sasha Banks turned into Mercedes Monet as she revealed a dramatic new hairstyle at NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 17.
The former WWE superstar hasn’t appeared on a wrestling show since May 2022 when she and then-team partner Naomi pulled out of an episode of Monday Night RAW over creative differences. Ready to be the center of attention. .
At Wednesday’s big show at the Tokyo Dome, the CEO, whose real name is Mercedes Barnado, made her New Japan Pro Wrestling debut, challenging IWGP Women’s Champion Kairi.
The champion retained gold with a win over Tam Nakano for just six minutes before the lights went down and Monet made a spectacular entrance showcasing fresh gear and new locks.
Her typical blue color is accentuated by cheetah-print style flame-colored flecks, giving her fans a different look on Twitter and Instagram after revealing she’s in Japan for NJPW and STARDOM. rice field.
After lining up Kairi, she said, “Congratulations on making history tonight. I also know a little bit about making history. I’m here at New Japan and STARDOM to make something more.” I’m here.
‘Let me introduce myself. I am the standard, the conversation, the blueprint, and the CEO of this women’s division.
“So Kairi… enjoy the IWGP Women’s Championship as much as you can. I’ll bankrupt you at Battle in the Valley in San Jose.
She also revealed on Twitter that she is aiming for the gold medal, captioning the photo. #wk17 #njpw #STARDOM”
Fans and fellow stars were quick to react to her big moment, with WWE Superstar Bayley simply tweeting, “MONÉ.”
A fan wrote: The era of ‘Sasha Banks’ is over, but the era of Mercedes Maine has just begun! Welcome to the CEO of Stardom’s company! Mercedes Monet!!! (sic)’
Another admirer wrote, “It was a flame when Mercedes Monet with Lil’ Kim inspired colored hair debuted at Wrestle Kingdom Tonight. Her comeback on @njpwglobal will be SAVAGE 👏🔥 🔥 (sic)’
Do you have a story?
If you have a celebrity story, video or photo, email celebtips@metro.co.uk, call 020 3615 2145 or visit our submission page to contact the Metro.co.uk entertainment team. Please contact I look forward to hearing from you.
MORE : Sasha Banks thanks WWE, Triple H and more before rumored NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 17 debut
MORE: AEW’s Paige aka Saraya praises Sasha Banks for ‘knowing her worth’ in leaving WWE
