AEW Champion Mariah May Sets Focus on In-Ring Promos and Match Psychology for 2025

One Big Thing

AEW Women’s World Champion Mariah May reveals her goals to enhance her TV presence through in-ring promos and refined match storytelling in 2025.

Why It Matters

May’s commitment to improvement shows the evolution of AEW’s women’s division and highlights the importance of veteran guidance in developing young talent.

By the Numbers

• May is 26 years old
• Has 6 years of wrestling experience
• Only 1 year of U.S. television experience

Key Development Areas

• Wants more in-ring promo opportunities beyond 60-second backstage segments
• Aims to improve match storytelling with a “less is more” approach
• Working with veterans Jerry Lynn and Billy Gunn to adapt to American TV style

Success Signs

May’s January 25 in-ring segment with Toni Storm on AEW Collision received strong praise from fans and critics, showing her potential in this area.

What’s Next

The champion plans to incorporate feedback from AEW’s veteran producers while developing her own voice as a performer through 2025.

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