STARDOM standout Mina Shirakawa is making her way back to AEW, and this time, she’s here to stay. After a short-lived initial run that was cut off by visa hurdles, Shirakawa’s paperwork has finally been sorted, and she’s expected to stick around much longer. Fans can expect her to rekindle some serious in-ring tension—and maybe more.
Known for her history with AEW Women’s World Champion Mariah May and former champ Toni Storm, Shirakawa’s return heats up an already complex storyline. Shirakawa and May’s bond dates back to their time in STARDOM, where they held the Goddess of STARDOM Tag Team Championship. Now, with Storm in the mix, the three-way rivalry could reach a boiling point. Reports from Wrestling Observer‘s Dave Meltzer suggest a potential showdown between Shirakawa, May, and Storm—a three-way match that’s got wrestling fans buzzing.
This love triangle, which has seen sparks fly both in and out of the ring, reportedly hasn’t been without controversy. According to May, AEW initially had concerns over the trio’s on-screen romance, leading to a directive to “tone it down.” But with Shirakawa now back, the stage is set for a fiery rivalry.