WWE Superstar Bayley has made history time and time againlongest time in the womens Royal Rumble? Check. Money in the Bank cash-in success? Double-check. But even with all those accolades, there was one title she hadnt snaggeduntil now. The WWE Womens United States Championship was officially announced on November 8, and Bayley was just as stunned as the rest of us when she found out.
In an interview with Headliner Chicago, Bayley revealed where she was when Nick Aldis dropped the big news. And spoiler: it wasnt a planned viewing party. Nobody knew that that was happening, Bayley confessed. She just happened to be at the right place at the right timemid-meeting with one of her bosses and within earshot of a monitor.
Talk about fate! I heard Nick Aldis talk about the women. And I was like, Whoa. Hold on, please. Can we just watch this real quick? she said, laughing. Im so happy that I caught it. Otherwise, I wouldnt have been around a monitor, because theres so much going on.
But its not just about the surprise for Bayley. Shes pumped for what this means for the entire division. Whether youve been here for 15 weeks or 15 years, or you just got signed, or you dont really know where you lie in the division, this is a huge deal, Bayley explained.
She went on to compare it to the prestigious Intercontinental Championship for men, saying, A lot of guys dreams growing up was to be the Intercontinental Champion I believe this could be that title [for women].
Bayleys excitement is palpable, and its clear she thinks this new championship is going to be a game-changer. Its just exciting. Its an exciting time all around and I truly believe that we deserve it, she said.
Bayleys reaction is proof that WWEs latest move has fans and superstars buzzing. With her heartfelt take on the new title, its clear this championship is set to shake up the division in a big way. The WWE Womens U.S. Championship isnt just another beltits a statement, and Bayleys ready to see who will step up and make history with it.
So, what do you think about the new WWE Womens United States Championship? Could it become the next must-have title for the womens division? Please share your thoughts and feedback in the comment section below.