Saraya Hints at Retirement: Coming to the End Very Soon

One Big Thing

Former AEW Women’s Champion Saraya has revealed her in-ring career is approaching its conclusion, while explaining her recent string of losses in AEW.

Key Details

• Saraya’s last AEW appearance was on October 8’s “Dynamite: Title Tuesday”
• She has been on a deliberate losing streak to help elevate other talent
• Her current AEW contract runs through September 2024
• Her wrestling career began in 2005 when she was 13 years old

Direct Quote

“I’m not gonna be in wrestling forever. I’m coming to the end of it and it’s very soon,” Saraya told The Takedown on SI. “And I don’t wanna go out being like, I need to be on top.”

Why It Matters

Saraya’s potential retirement would mark the end of a pioneering 19-year career that helped reshape women’s wrestling. Her recent focus on elevating younger talent shows a commitment to strengthening AEW’s women’s division before her departure.

Recent Activities

• Lost title shot on “Dynamite: Title Tuesday”
• Defeated by Jamie Hayter on “Collision”
• Working on memoir “Hell in Boots: Clawing My Way Through Nine Lives”
• Made public appearance at American Reality Television Awards

Looking Ahead

Despite stepping back from regular competition, Saraya remains under contract with AEW. Her focus appears to be on leaving a lasting positive impact on the women’s division rather than pursuing personal achievements.

What do you think about Saraya’s approach to ending her career by helping build new stars? Share your thoughts in the comments below.