Sasha Banks’ shocking decision to walk out from WWE last year was a hot topic in the wrestling world for a long time. Eventually, Banks was released by WWE and she showed up in NJPW appearing at the Wrestle Kingdom event a couple of months ago. Going by the new name of Mercedes Mone she has already captured the IWGP Women’s title in the promotion and now her former in-ring rival Charlotte Flair has talked about Mone’s decision to snub WWE in favor of NJPW.

Charlotte Flair commends her former rival’s decision

In a recent interview with the Daily Mail, the current SmackDown Women’s champion spoke about Mercedes Mone and her transition into the NJPW. Flair felt that every individual in the company is free to make their decision regarding their career path. Moreover, she felt that Mone inspired several pro wrestlers through her decision to join the NJPW.

Flair said, “I think it’s cool whenever someone follows their heart, and that’s inspiring. There will never be another group like the Four Horsewomen, ever.”

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Therefore, The Queen felt sad about her memories associated with the ‘Four Horsewomen’, which would never be whole again without Banks. Furthermore, Flair commended her former teammate for following her instincts. Ultimately, Mone’s decision to split with the WWE has paid off, as she captured the IWGP for the first time in her post-WWE career last month.

Flair faces her biggest test at WrestleMania 39

Within two months of her debut, Mercedes Mone won the IWPG Women’s championship by defeating KAIRI. It remains to be seen whether Flair will follow suit and retain her title as the SmackDown women’s champion in WWE. Therefore, fans can’t wait for the upcoming WrestleMania 39 where Charlotte Flair will face off against Rhea Ripley.

The 14-time world champion faces her biggest threat to her current reign in Mami’, who’s gearing up for the exciting match. Therefore, fans are eagerly waiting for their clash.

Both stars will duke it out on the biggest stage of the WWE for the SmackDown Women’s title in Hollywood. Who would you pick among these two fiery contestants? Will Flair retain her title? Let us know in the comments below.

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