WWE has been at the forefront of women\u2019s wrestling for years, but 2025 has brought both triumphs and challenges. On one hand, stars like Rhea Ripley, Becky Lynch, and Bianca Belair continue to dominate, showcasing top strength and star power. WWE\u2019s women\u2019s divisions on Raw and SmackDown remain a key part of weekly programming, and NXT continues to develop promising talent like Tiffany Stratton and Roxanne Perez.<\/p>\n
However, concerns persist. Despite a deep roster, women still struggle to get equal representation on premium live events. Outside of WrestleMania, women\u2019s matches are often limited in number and time.<\/p>\n
Additionally, the WWE Women\u2019s Tag Team Championship<\/a> has lacked consistency, with frequent title changes and makeshift pairings diluting its prestige.<\/p>\n AEW has made strides in its women\u2019s division, but it still lags behind WWE in terms of exposure and consistency. Toni Storm, Jamie Hayter, and Britt Baker have remained cornerstones of the division, while international talent like Marina Shafir and Riho bring diversity to the roster. However, despite Tony Khan\u2019s promises to elevate women\u2019s wrestling, AEW still struggles with a lack of screen time and storyline depth.<\/p>\n AEW has two women\u2019s titles\u2014the AEW Women\u2019s Championship and the TBS Championship, currently held by strong contenders – but only one or two women\u2019s segments per Dynamite or Rampage. Compared to WWE, AEW\u2019s women still fight for meaningful TV time, though the company\u2019s partnership with STARDOM and NJPW has opened new doors for cross-promotional opportunities.<\/p>\n Beyond WWE and AEW, independent promotions and international organizations have continued to elevate women\u2019s wrestling. STARDOM remains a powerhouse, producing some of the best women\u2019s matches globally, with performers like Giulia and Mayu Iwatani gaining worldwide recognition. Impact Wrestling has quietly maintained a strong Knockouts division, with wrestlers like Jordynne Grace and Deonna Purrazzo leading the way.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, promotions like WOW (Women of Wrestling)<\/a> continue to push for an all-women\u2019s wrestling product, proving that women\u2019s wrestling has a dedicated audience. Indie circuits are also flourishing, with more female talent getting the opportunity to headline events.<\/p>\n While women\u2019s wrestling has come a long way, several key issues remain. Equal screen time across all major promotions should be a priority, ensuring that women\u2019s matches aren\u2019t treated as afterthoughts.<\/p>\n WWE and AEW must commit to long-term storytelling beyond just championship feuds. Additionally, proper tag team divisions and better character development would help elevate the overall product.<\/p>\n With women proving time and time again that they can deliver show-stealing performances, promotions must continue to invest in them. Fans have shown support, and the industry must respond by giving women the platforms they deserve.<\/p>\n More From LWOS Pro Wrestling<\/strong><\/p>\n Header photo \u2013 WWE \u2013<\/span><\/em>\u00a0Stay tuned to the\u00a0Last Word on Pro Wrestling<\/a> for more on women’s wrestling, WWE, AEW, and other stories from around the world of wrestling, as they develop. You can always count on LWOPW to be on top of the major news in the wrestling world, as well as to provide you with analysis, previews, videos, interviews, and editorials on the wrestling world. Check out WWE programming on Netflix<\/a>\u00a0(Raw),\u00a0USA Network<\/a>\u00a0(SmackDown),\u00a0The CW<\/a>\u00a0(NXT), and\u00a0Peacock<\/a>\u00a0(archives and premium live event streaming). You can follow WWE on social media and relive top moments on\u00a0YouTube<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" WWE has been at the forefront of women\u2019s wrestling for years, but 2025 has brought both triumphs and challenges. On one hand, stars like Rhea Ripley, Becky Lynch, and Bianca Belair continue to dominate, showcasing top strength and star power. 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