Shayna Baszler just walked out of Boca Raton with another championship around her waist—this time handed to her directly by the woman who had to give it up.
At Boca Raton Championship Wrestling’s November Knockdown show on November 2, Baszler defeated Lacey Lane to win the vacant BRCW Women’s Championship in a 13-minute match. The belt was wrapped around her waist by Ash by Elegance, who recently announced she’s no longer medically cleared to wrestle.
Ash had already vacated the TNA Knockouts World Championship for the same reason and confirmed her status in a video message shared by the promotion.
“I have to tell you something extremely difficult, so bear with me. I have to make an announcement that I am not medically cleared to compete, so with a heavy heart, I have to forfeit this title.”
Ash hinted at her full retirement during a recent virtual signing, calling one piece of memorabilia a part of her final wrestling chapter.
“$30 for this top. It is worn with me and Paige VanZant (in a photoshoot), but also, this is the shirt I retired in. It’s $30. My retirement t-shirt.”
While she hasn’t completely ruled out a comeback, Ash made it clear she considers herself retired for now. Tommy Dreamer, who has remained close to the situation in TNA, addressed fan speculation recently and kept it short.
“She is no longer physically able to compete, per her statement and that’s it. There’s HIPAA laws involved and stuff like that. People shouldn’t speculate.”
Baszler now holds the title Ash never lost in the ring, bringing new energy to the BRCW women’s division—but her victory came under heavy circumstances. Ash’s decision to step away reminds fans just how brutal the wrestling lifestyle can be behind the scenes.
Do you think Shayna Baszler will continue defending the title in Boca Raton, or is this just a one-off reign? Let us know where you stand in the comments.
