The tension between AEW Women’s World Champion Toni Storm and Mercedes Mone reached a boiling point on the June 21 edition of “AEW Collision.” Following her dramatic interference at Grand Slam Mexico, the “Timeless” champion delivered a scathing message that perfectly encapsulated the psychological warfare building toward their All In Texas showdown.
Storm’s Unfiltered Message to “The CEO”
Still sporting the same attire from her surprise attack on Mone’s CMLL celebration, Storm wasted no time addressing her challenger’s recent actions. The champion expressed her frustration with Mone’s apparent lack of focus leading up to their highly anticipated bout.
Storm called out “The CEO” for making grand promises about delivering the greatest women’s match of all time at All In Texas, only to seemingly get distracted by other pursuits. The champion specifically referenced Mone’s preoccupation with “steaks, phones, and trying to kiss her future opponent.”
With Mone absent from “Collision” due to her CMLL commitments in Mexico, Storm questioned whether her challenger views the AEW Women’s World Championship as merely another accolade to collect. The champion made it clear she wouldn’t be treated lightly in their upcoming encounter.
“If she makes one false move, she is going to eat her alive,” Storm declared, delivering one of her most intense warnings yet.
Respect Amid the Rivalry
Despite the heated exchange, Storm’s promo revealed a complex mix of respect and competitive fire. The champion acknowledged Mone’s exceptional credentials and demanded nothing less than her absolute best come July 12.
Storm praised “The CEO” as potentially the greatest of all time, highlighting her historic achievements across multiple promotions. She specifically noted Mone’s groundbreaking performances at Madison Square Garden, the Tokyo Dome, Wembley Stadium, and Arena Mexico – making her the first woman to compete at all four venues.
The champion recalled their first meeting, stating she immediately recognized Mone’s star potential. Storm even suggested that when her own reign eventually ends, no one would be more deserving of the throne than her challenger.
The Champion’s Unique Legacy
In typical Storm fashion, the promo took an unexpected turn as she contrasted Mone’s prestigious venue history with her own unconventional claim to fame. Storm revealed she was the final woman to compete at the Wodonga Sports & Leisure Center before it closed due to a cockroach infestation.
Using characteristically colorful language to describe herself, Storm emphasized that despite her quirky persona, she creates “magic” with the championship when it’s around her waist. This self-aware moment perfectly captured Storm’s ability to blend humor with genuine pride in her title reign.
All In Texas Stakes Raised
Storm concluded her message with a chilling ultimatum for their upcoming encounter at Globe Life Field. The champion made it clear that unless Mone produces something extraordinary, she’ll need to metaphorically “kill” the titleholder to claim the gold.
This promo showcased everything that makes the Storm-Mone dynamic compelling – mutual respect wrapped in intense competition, with both women understanding the magnitude of their July 12 clash. With Mone fresh off her CMLL triumph and Storm firing on all cylinders as champion, will “The CEO” have an answer for the psychological warfare when she returns to AEW programming?
