Thekla seeks raise for AEW women's division for second Blood & Guts match

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Last updated May 30, 2026

Thekla seeks raise for AEW women's division for second Blood & Guts match
Summary

AEW Women's World Champion Thekla expressed her satisfaction with the inaugural women's Blood & Guts match and indicated there's potential for a second event. However, she believes the women's division should receive a pay increase if they are expected to compete in another match of this nature. The first Blood & Guts match was well-received, setting a precedent for high-stakes contests in the women’s roster. The discussion about a raise points to ongoing negotiations regarding talent compensation within AEW's women's division. The outcome of these negotiations could influence future match formatting and opportunities for women in AEW.

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  • Thekla is the AEW Women's World Champion.
  • She enjoyed the first women's Blood & Guts match.
  • Thekla calls for a pay raise for the women's division.
  • Future matches may hinge on successful negotiations.
  • The first Blood & Guts match set a high standard for women's wrestling.
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  • 9:00 PMWrestling IncThekla Wants Raise For AEW Women's Division In Exchange For Second Blood & Guts Match
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AEW Women's World Champion Thekla enjoyed the first women's Blood & Guts match, but thinks the division deserves a raise if there's going to be a second one.

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