Taya Valkyrie’s match with Toni Storm for the AEW Women’s World Championship at AEW Battle of the Belts VII was knocked askew by the unpredictable weather, and the Canadian star now wants a rematch.
The title match took place in July in Calgary and the last half of the bout with Storm was knocked off the air due to inclement weather.
While Storm emerged victorious, Valkyrie stated that she’d like another shot at the now-former champion.
Valkyrie appeared on a recent edition of the “AEW Unrestricted” podcast, and you can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On the finish being lost due to a storm knocking out the feed: “Did I lose? Half the world didn’t see the finish because of the weather. I’m calling it right now. I know that [Saraya] is our women’s champion right now, but I will have a rematch with Toni Storm at some point because the whole world needs to see it since Calgary had a plan of its own. [laughs]”
On the bout being a homecoming for her: “Calgary, where to start? I was 17 when I moved to Calgary and people are like, ‘You’re from Victoria.’ Yes, but Calgary is where Taya Valkyrie, the wrestler and character was born. That’s where I moved to when I was 17, went to the University of Calgary, Alberta Ballet School to develop my dance career and live there for over ten years. It’s also where I started training with Lance Storm, and it’s where my best friends hear me, for the first time, utter the words, ‘I think I want to be a pro wrestler.’ Those two women who you saw in the front row, Mandy and Sherri, are my best friends. We’ve known each other since we were 17. They were bridesmaids at my wedding. People say it takes a village. It really does. Even though we haven’t lived near each other in many years, we’re still very connected and best friends. They’ve really picked me up, even over the phone, when I was living in Mexico and in tears going, ‘I don’t know what I’m doing.’ They’ve been there to support me through a lot of things. It’s really important for me to have them front row and to be there supporting because I know how much they were invested in my career.
“I remember always going to the Saddledome. It represents so much history. The stampede grounds, in general, with Stampede Wrestling and all the history in Calgary when it comes to pro wresting. It has such a magical vibe. I went to so many Calgary Flames games, concerts like Jay-Z, Backstreet Boys, Motley Crue, Ozzy Osbourne, so many concerts in that same venue. To be the girl on that stage, looking up at all those seats. It was really special for me. I took the opportunity, live my best Canadian Barbie Trish Stratus life and living in my own fantasy world, and I loved it. I wish I could do it over and over again. Also, the fact that it was Stampede time. I was so excited that so many at AEW got to experience Stampede for the first time. It put the cherry on top of my Calgary Sundae.”
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Taya Valkyrie Seeks Rematch After Weather Disrupts AEW Women’s World Championship Match
Taya Valkyrie, the Canadian star of All Elite Wrestling (AEW), is calling for a rematch against Toni Storm for the AEW Women’s World Championship. The original title match, which took place in July in Calgary, was marred by inclement weather that caused the last half of the bout to be knocked off the air.
Despite Storm emerging as the victor, Valkyrie believes that the finish was lost to a significant portion of the audience due to the weather conditions. In a recent appearance on the “AEW Unrestricted” podcast, Valkyrie expressed her desire for another opportunity to face Storm and showcase the match to the world.
Valkyrie’s connection to Calgary adds an emotional element to her plea for a rematch. She considers the city her wrestling birthplace, having moved there at the age of 17 and trained with renowned wrestler Lance Storm. Valkyrie also spent over ten years in Calgary, attending the University of Calgary and developing her dance career at the Alberta Ballet School.
The match held special significance for Valkyrie as it allowed her to perform in front of her best friends, Mandy and Sherri, who have been supporting her since they were 17 years old. Despite living far apart, their bond remains strong, and having them in the front row during the match meant a lot to Valkyrie.
The location of the match, the Saddledome, also holds great historical importance in the world of professional wrestling. With its association with Stampede Wrestling and hosting various iconic events, including concerts and sports games, the venue holds a magical vibe for Valkyrie. Being on that stage and looking up at all the seats was a truly special moment for her.
Valkyrie also expressed her excitement about sharing the experience of Stampede with her fellow AEW colleagues. The Stampede grounds hold a rich wrestling history, and Valkyrie was thrilled that her colleagues got to experience it for the first time. The event served as the perfect culmination of her Calgary experience.
While Valkyrie’s rematch request is yet to be addressed by AEW, fans are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to witness the anticipated showdown between Valkyrie and Storm. Whether the rematch will take place remains uncertain, but Valkyrie’s determination and passion for the sport make it clear that she is ready to prove herself once again.
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