Maxxine Dupri Claims Inaugural WWE Women’s World Championship
PHILADELPHIA, PA - November 22, 2023 – Maxxine Dupri made history at Survivor Series: WarGames on November 18, 2023, defeating Rhea Ripley to become the first-ever WWE Women’s World Champion. The victory, secured at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, marks a career milestone for Dupri and introduces a new championship to the company’s women’s division.
The newly created WWE Women’s World Championship aims to elevate the prominence of women’s wrestling within the organization, providing additional opportunities for championship contention and storylines. This title differentiates itself from the existing WWE Women’s Championship,currently held by Iyo Sky,offering a second premier women’s title and possibly splitting the roster’s top contenders. dupri’s win instantly positions her as a central figure in the women’s division, with implications for future feuds and championship pursuits.
Dupri’s path to the championship wasn’t without challenges. She earned her prospect by winning a qualifying match against Natalya, Shayna Baszler, and Zoey Stark on the November 13, 2023, episode of Monday Night Raw. The match against Ripley, a dominant force in WWE, was widely anticipated.
“I manifested this,” Dupri stated in a post-match interview. “I knew this was my destiny. This championship represents everything I’ve worked for, and I’m ready to be a champion the WWE Universe can be proud of.”
The introduction of the Women’s World Championship and Dupri’s subsequent victory signal a renewed investment in WWE’s women’s division. Fans can expect to see the title defended regularly on WWE’s premium live events and weekly television programming, adding another layer of excitement and competition to the landscape of professional wrestling. The next steps for Dupri and the championship remain to be seen, but her win at Survivor Series has undoubtedly established her as a force to be reckoned with.
