Deonna Purrazzo is determined to settle old scores in the ring.
Deonna Purrazzo of All Elite Wrestling recently discussed her aspirations in an interview with Brad Norton of Dexerto. When the conversation turned to potential opponents at the upcoming Forbidden Door event, Purrazzo expressed her desire for retribution against Mayu Iwatani.
“I’m one to hold onto past defeats,” Deonna Purrazzo revealed. “I’ve always admired [Mayu] Iwatani for her exceptional skills. Our paths crossed in STARDOM, and if we go further back, she eliminated me during the Ring of Honor tournament for the women’s championship. She ended my tournament run at that time, and I haven’t forgotten that. Facing her again would be incredible.”
While two women’s matches have already been scheduled for the pay-per-view later this month, it’s uncertain if AEW and New Japan Pro-Wrestling will add a third match to the lineup.
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Purrazzo expressed to Jeremy Lambert and Joel Pearl of Fightful’s In The Weeds her long-standing desire to face Mercedes Moné, another top talent in the industry. She considers it the ultimate dream match, but also sees the potential in revisiting her past with Iwatani.
“Naturally, the first person on everyone’s mind is Mercedes Moné,” Purrazzo said. “I’ve looked forward to that match for ages. It’s a major goal for me – however, the match against Iwatani offers a chance to look back at our shared history. Mayu prevails against Mercedes, it would be fun to have that rematch considering she once defeated me at Ring of Honor while vying for the Women’s Championship. It would surely be compelling to look back at that moment if the situation arises where Mayu is victorious over Mercedes.”
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What are your thoughts on Deonna Purrazzo’s aspirations? Are you anticipating a clash between Purrazzo and Iwatani at Forbidden Door? Share your opinions in the comments section below.
FAQs About Deonna Purrazzo’s Upcoming Match
Q: Has Deonna Purrazzo faced Mayu Iwatani before?
A: Yes, the two have competed against each other in STARDOM and during a Ring of Honor tournament where Iwatani emerged victorious, effectively knocking Purrazzo out of the competition.
Q: Is there a chance of Deonna Purrazzo facing Mercedes Moné in the future?
A: Purrazzo has expressed that a match with Mercedes Moné is a dream of hers, so while there’s no scheduled match at the moment, it is a possibility fans can look forward to possibly seeing down the line.
Q: Will there be a match between Purrazzo and Iwatani at Forbidden Door?
A: As of now, it is not confirmed whether a third women’s match featuring Purrazzo and Iwatani will be added to the Forbidden Door pay-per-view event.