AEW Shuts Down Rumors of Mercedes Moné vs. Athena Match at All In
Despite swirling speculation online, AEW officials have confirmed that a match between Mercedes Moné and Athena was never in the cards for AEW All In 2025 at Wembley Stadium.
According to a new report from Fightful Select, multiple company insiders pushed back on claims that AEW ever considered a Moné vs. Athena match—even after Mariah May’s departure earlier this year.
“Mercedes hasn’t been opposed to losing to anyone,” one source noted. “But that specific matchup was never even broached during this current push.”
Toni Storm vs. Mercedes Moné Was Always the Plan
The rumor originally gained traction after reports suggested Mercedes was willing to lose to Athena in the Owen Hart Foundation Tournament to build toward a rematch at All In. However, AEW insiders now say that’s completely inaccurate.
The plan for Toni Storm vs. Mercedes Moné had already been locked in by early 2024—long before Mariah May notified AEW in February that she wouldn’t be renewing her contract.
“The match between Storm and Moné has been in place since last year,” one source confirmed. “Mariah May’s exit changed nothing.”
May was considered for a non-title program if she had stayed, but her departure didn’t influence the All In card whatsoever. AEW simply adjusted any background plans accordingly.
No Creative Shift, No Athena Involvement
There’s also no indication Mercedes herself pitched anything involving Athena. The focus within AEW’s creative team has always centered around Toni Storm’s “Timeless” storyline and her championship defense against Moné, which remains one of the most anticipated women’s matches in AEW history.
Final Word: Rumors vs Reality
While fan speculation is natural—especially around high-stakes shows like All In—this is a clear example of how fast misinformation can spread. According to all credible sources, Athena was never penciled in, and Mariah May’s exit didn’t impact Moné’s direction.
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