Shayna Baszler
Shayna Baszler is an American professional wrestler and former mixed martial artist, best known for her tenure in WWE’s NXT brand as a two-time NXT Women’s Champion. Prior to joining WWE, Baszler competed in mixed martial arts promotions such as EliteXC, Strikeforce, and Invicta FC, earning recognition for her submission skills.
In WWE’s NXT, Baszler captured the NXT Women’s Championship on two occasions, holding the title for a combined total of 548 days. Her performances against competitors like Kairi Sane and Io Shirai have been notable. Baszler’s appearances on WWE’s main roster programs, Monday Night Raw and SmackDown, have further solidified her presence in professional wrestling.
Baszler’s career has been significantly shaped by her associations with Ronda Rousey, Jessamyn Duke, and Marina Shafir, with whom she formed a group referenced as the “Four Horsewomen” of MMA. This alliance transitioned into professional wrestling, influencing storylines and Baszler’s character development. Her confrontations and alliances with Becky Lynch, Charlotte Flair, and Bayley, alongside encounters with Sasha Banks and Natalya, have played crucial roles in her wrestling journey.