Booker T: Melina Was Best WWE Women’s Wrestler of Her Era

One big thing

WWE Hall of Famer Booker T believes Melina was the best women’s wrestler of her era but didn’t get a chance to fully showcase her talents.

Why it matters

Melina’s career spanned a transitional period in WWE’s women’s division, bridging the gap between the Trish Stratus/Lita era and the modern women’s revolution. Booker T’s assessment highlights the often-overlooked talent of this period.

By the numbers

• Melina is a 5-time champion in WWE (2 Divas Championships, 3 Women’s Championships)
• She was active in WWE from 2004 to 2011, with a brief return in 2022

Key details

• Booker T shared his thoughts on the “Hall of Fame” podcast while discussing Melina’s appearance in Undertaker’s “Wrestler’s Court”
• He praised Melina’s in-ring abilities, calling her “truly the best” worker of her time
• Booker acknowledged Melina had a “dark side” but maintained her superior wrestling skills

What they’re saying

“Melina, she’s cool people,” Booker said. “I told her that she was the best damn worker of her era. She was. Truly the best.”

The big picture

Melina’s career highlights the evolution of women’s wrestling in WWE. Despite her accomplishments, Booker T’s comments suggest she may have been underutilized during her prime years.

What’s next

• Melina has been largely inactive since 2022
• She briefly returned to WWE for the 2022 Women’s Royal Rumble match
• Previous talks of a full-time WWE return in 2020 did not materialize

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