The wrestling world got a double dose of intrigue and cuteness overload this week when former WWE NXT Women’s Champion Indi Hartwell was spotted training with AEW TBS Champion Mercedes Mone and AEW star Harley Cameron. As if the star power wasn’t enough, the photo op included Mone’s squad of adorable Corgis, proving that even wrestling champions can’t resist a good furry friend cameo.
Wrestling’s Small World
The photo, shared by Mone on X (formerly known as Twitter but now sounding like a secret agent organization), came with the caption:
“Work hard, play hard.”
It showcased the trio’s camaraderie post-training, along with some Corgi-induced joy. Mone, who’s preparing for her match against Kris Statlander at AEW Full Gear, showed no signs of slowing down as she sharpened her skills. Hartwell, meanwhile, seemed to embrace the opportunity to train alongside these top talents just days after her release from WWE.
Hartwell’s Next Chapter
Despite the suddenness of her WWE release, which coincided with Tegan Nox’s departure and Baron Corbin’s contract not being renewed, Hartwell appears to be looking ahead with optimism. She released a statement thanking WWE and its fans while teasing big plans for her future:
“I’m not going away, so stay tuned for my next chapter!”
Hartwell’s transition from the shock of being released to rubbing elbows (and maybe locking elbows) with AEW stars has sparked speculation about where she’ll land next.
Mone’s Road to Full Gear
For Mone, training with Hartwell and Cameron is just another step in her journey to Full Gear, where she faces AEW TBS Champion Kris Statlander. The match has all the makings of a classic—assuming Mone isn’t distracted by trying to wrangle her mischievous Corgis between training sessions.
Statlander, however, might still be nursing some wounds from Mone’s “hired goon” Kamille, whose attempt at vehicular sabotage on a recent “AEW Dynamite” episode was more blooper reel than brutal beatdown.
Final Thoughts
Whether Indi Hartwell’s next chapter involves AEW, New Japan, or even an indie promotion, her time training with Mone and Cameron is already making waves. One thing’s for sure—wherever she goes, Hartwell is ready to prove she’s more than capable of staying in the spotlight. And if that spotlight happens to shine on a few Corgis along the way? Even better.