Wrestlepalooza 2025 delivered one of its most memorable moments when IYO SKY and Stephanie Vaquer tore the house down in a women’s title match that had fans on their feet from bell to bell. What made it special was not just the outcome, but the drama, athleticism, and emotion woven into the match — the kind that lingers in your memory.
The Stakes & Build‑Up
The WWE Women’s World Championship was vacant (after Naomi stepped away), leaving the prize open to a new era.
Vaquer, riding momentum from her NXT and international work, was matched with SKY — a proven, high-flying veteran known as “The Genius of the Sky.”
From the start, the match carried weight: this was more than a title match — it was a statement bout.
The Match: Highs, Turning Points & Near Falls
From the bell, the two exchanged technical counters and chain wrestling, feeling each other out, before ramping into high-impact offense. SKY unloaded a missile dropkick and even dove to the floor. Vaquer responded with a springboard lariat/crossbody and methodical targeting of SKY’s knee.
As the fight progressed, the momentum swung wildly:
Vaquer hit Dragon Screw attacks to the knee, trying to weaken SKY’s base.
SKY rallied with her signature Bullet Train knee strikes and attempted multiple top‑rope maneuvers, including a moonsault attempt.
In a dramatic moment, SKY landed a Spanish Fly from the top rope on Vaquer, one of the loudest near-falls of the match.
Vaquer countered SKY’s moonsault attempt — SKy crashed hard onto her injured knee — and then went to the top rope to deliver a jaw-dropping Spiral Tap (corkscrew moonsault) to get the three count.
The final pin came after an exchange of strikes and counters at the top rope, culminating in that Spiral Tap.
That finishing sequence wasn’t just about landing a move — it was about timing, psychology, desperation, and risk. SKY’s attempted high-flying finish, the injury on her knee, Vaquer’s patience and timing — all converged in that final moment.
The Aftermath & Emotional Resonance
When the three-count hit, Stephanie Vaquer was crowned the new WWE Women’s World Champion — her first main roster world title.
But the moment didn’t end there. SKY, ever the professional, knelt in the ring and presented the title belt to Vaquer in a show of respect. It was a passing of the torch, a nod to both the history and the new chapter.
In backstage comments afterward, SKY expressed both gratitude and resolve: she congratulated Vaquer, acknowledged her effort, and vowed to rise again.
Fans and critics alike hailed the match as the one that saved the show. Many considered it the standout performance of Wrestlepalooza, overshadowing other matches that night.
Vaquer’s win also introduced a fresh dynamic to the women’s division: she now carries the mantle, with a lot to prove — not just to the fans, but to those she bested in the ring.
Why It Was a WOW Moment
- Risk vs. reward: Both women flirted with danger (top-rope dives, counters) while navigating the ever-present danger of SKY’s injured knee.
- Tactical storytelling: Vaquer’s focus on the knee, SKY’s attempts to overcome, the near-misses — all told a layered story beyond just punching and slamming.
- Emotional payoff: A major title change, the respect shown after the match, and the crowning moment gave it gravitas.
- New era feels: This was not simply a title swap — it felt like a passing of a torch, the arrival of a new top-tier player in the women’s division.
In short, it was the kind of match that wrestling fans live for — dramatic, athletic, emotionally resonant, and with unpredictable moments.
Watch the Highlights
If you want to relive the magic, check out this official highlight video:
IYO SKY vs. Stephanie Vaquer | Women’s World Title Match: Wrestlepalooza 2025 highlights
This gives you the key sequences — counters, high spots, the finish — packed into a concise, exciting package
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