Mercedes Mone Discusses Potential Match with Bayley

Mercedes Mone has expressed her ongoing desire to face Bayley again in a wrestling match, referring to it as a dream for her.

In June, Mone shared a fan-created graphic that hinted at a potential matchup at AEW’s WrestleDream pay-per-view this fall. While Bayley’s WWE contract is rumored to expire around the end of 2026, it remains uncertain if she will be a free agent by the time of the event in October. Bayley has not publicly commented on her contract status or future plans.

In a recent interview, Mone described Bayley as her best friend in wrestling and reiterated her wish to compete against her again. She noted their previous match at NXT TakeOver Brooklyn as a significant moment in women’s wrestling. Additionally, wrestling analyst Dave Meltzer suggested that recent mentions of Bayley on WWE programming indicate that she is expected to return, implying that her departure may not be imminent.