Hold onto your seats, wrestling fans, because the NWA women’s division just got a seismic shake-up! Natalia Markova has dethroned Kenzie Paige to become the new NWA Women’s World Champion, and the wrestling world is buzzing with excitement. But here’s where it gets controversial: Was Paige’s reign cut short too soon, or did Markova’s perseverance finally pay off in the most spectacular way? Let’s dive into the details.
For those who live and breathe professional wrestling, Manolo Has Pizzazz (https://www.cagesideseats.com/authors/manolo-has-pizzazz) is a name synonymous with insight and passion. With over a decade of experience covering the sport on Cageside Seats, Manolo has seen it all—and yet, this match still managed to deliver jaw-dropping moments. The stage was set at NWA 77, where Markova challenged Paige for the title in a match taped on August 16, 2025, and aired on November 11, 2025, during Season 25, Episode 3 of NWA Powerrr.
Kenzie Paige, the youngest women’s world champion in NWA history, had already cemented her legacy by becoming the first women’s triple crown winner, holding the world, TV, and tag titles. Her reign began on August 27, 2023, when she dethroned Kamille (https://www.cagesideseats.com/2023/8/28/23848706/kamille-loses-nwa-womens-world-championship-ends-813-day-reign), ending Kamille’s 813-day dominance. Markova, no stranger to title shots, had come close before but always fell just short. This time, however, she was determined to write a different ending.
The match itself was a masterclass in strategy and athleticism. Paige aimed to neutralize Markova’s signature Beautiful Disaster spinning kick by targeting her lower back, even powerbombing her onto the apron in a brutal display of strength. But Markova refused to stay down, rallying with a missile dropkick that sent Paige tumbling. The momentum shifted back and forth as both women traded high-impact moves: Markova’s thunderous knee strike and borrowed cutter, Paige’s package piledriver, and near falls that kept the audience on the edge of their seats.
And this is the part most people miss: Markova’s resilience in the face of adversity. After Paige hit her finishing cutter—a move that had ended countless matches—Markova still found a way to rise. She surged ahead with three consecutive Beautiful Disaster kicks in the corner, followed by a double underhook DDT that sealed her victory. It was a moment of pure triumph, proving that persistence and adaptability can overcome even the most formidable opponent.
Now, the question remains: Did Markova simply outlast Paige, or did she expose a weakness in the champion’s game? Share your thoughts in the comments—we want to hear your take on this historic title change! If you missed the action, catch NWA Powerrr for free on Roku Sports every Tuesday at 8:00 pm ET (with replays at 11:00 pm ET), or stream episodes on demand here (https://therokuchannel.roku.com/details/2b82b421a9f90e7330237dffafd58f31/nwa-powerrr/season-25). The wrestling world is evolving, and this match is a testament to the grit, skill, and drama that make it unforgettable.
