Booker T praises Maya World after TBS Championship victory at Redemption
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 6:59 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
At the 2026 AEW Redemption event, Maya World won the TBS Championship by defeating Hikaru Shida. The match featured a surprising finish, with World utilizing a bridging suplex to capture the title. Booker T expressed his support for World during his 'Hall of Fame' podcast, noting her rise in AEW since signing in December 2025. Following her victory at Redemption, World successfully defended her title against Persephone on 'AEW Dynamite' with assistance from Kris Statlander.
- •Maya World defeats Hikaru Shida to win TBS Championship at Redemption.
- •Booker T expresses support for Maya World on his podcast.
- •World successfully defends title against Persephone on 'AEW Dynamite'.
- •World signed with AEW in December 2025 after a successful tag team stint.
- •Victory at Redemption followed her actions on 'AEW Collision' involving Queen Aminata.
- 6:59 PMWrestling Inc — WWE Hall Of Famer Booker T Praises AEW Star After Championship Victory At Redemption
"WWE Hall of Famer Booker T was elated to hear about a certain championship victory at the 2026 AEW Redemption event.
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