Lola Vice: WWE Main Roster Move Imminent After AAA Success & NXT Underground Win
ORLANDO, FL – Lola Vice, the dynamic performer currently captivating audiences in both WWE’s NXT and AAA in Mexico, is signaling her readiness for a full-time role on the WWE main roster. The 27-year-old, whose real name is Valerie Loureda, expressed unwavering confidence in her ability to make an immediate impact, citing her experience performing before large crowds and her continued development within the WWE system.
Speaking recently on Busted Open, Vice stated, Yeah, of course I am (looking for that moment to move up) and I think I’m ready, and I’ve also always been the type of performer that rises to the occasion and I think I’ve proved it, especially in AAA.
She elaborated on her experiences in AAA, noting, Every time I go there, it’s at least 10,000 people. I’ve worked huge shows and I’ve just grown so much as a performer and I think now more than ever, I’m ready and I’m just waiting for the opportunity for them to call me given that I’m gonna capture the main roster by storm.
This declaration comes on the heels of her capturing the AAA World Mixed Tag Team Championship with Mr. Iguana on .
Vice’s trajectory within professional wrestling has been notable. Debuting in October 2022, she quickly established herself as a compelling presence, leveraging a unique background that includes a 5th dan black belt in Taekwondo and a previous career as a mixed martial artist competing in the flyweight division of Bellator MMA. Her family’s deep roots in martial arts – she notes that her entire family holds Taekwondo black belts and college degrees – have instilled a discipline and competitive spirit that she believes sets her apart.
The success of her peers transitioning to the main roster is also serving as a powerful motivator. Vice specifically highlighted the rapid ascent of Trick Williams, who moved to Friday Night SmackDown in January and has quickly become a prominent figure. Even Trick (Williams), I was just in class with Trick, and now to observe him on the main roster excelling the way he is, it’s inspiring to me, and it’s like, okay, I’m ready,
she said. I’m ready for a change. I think that I’ve proved enough now, and I wanna get the opportunity, and they see an opportunity for me, and I promise you, it’s gonna be a game changer.
Yet, before any potential move to Raw or SmackDown, Vice has immediate business to attend to in NXT. A recent setback – her first submission loss to Kelani Jordan on the episode of NXT – has only intensified her focus. Following the defeat, Vice demanded, and received, an NXT Underground match against Jordan at Vengeance Day on . This match presents a unique opportunity for Vice to showcase her skills in a format that plays to her strengths as a former MMA fighter.
The NXT Underground matches, as described by WWE, are designed to be more brutal and less constrained by traditional wrestling rules. Vice currently boasts an undefeated 3-0 record in these contests, a testament to her adaptability and fighting prowess. This upcoming match is not merely a chance for revenge against Jordan, but a platform to further demonstrate her readiness for the challenges of the main roster.
Lola Vice’s journey from a promising Taekwondo athlete to a mixed martial artist and now a rising star in professional wrestling is a compelling narrative. Her confidence, combined with her proven ability to perform under pressure and her willingness to embrace different styles of competition, suggests that she is indeed poised for a significant role in the future of WWE. The Vengeance Day match against Kelani Jordan will be a crucial test, and a decisive victory could very well be the catalyst that propels her to the next level.
The AAA World Mixed Tag Team Championship reign with Mr. Iguana adds another layer to her resume, demonstrating her ability to connect with international audiences and succeed in a different wrestling environment. This versatility is a valuable asset, and WWE officials will undoubtedly be taking note as they evaluate her potential for a main roster debut. The question now isn’t *if* Lola Vice will make the jump, but *when*.