Jaida Parker's injury sidelines Blake Monroe, but not from the WWE Speed title chase just yet. On the NXT episode of February 10, Blake Monroe and Jaida Parker's heated rivalry culminated in a double count-out match, with Monroe's aggressive tactics causing a ruckus that led to the involvement of WWE Performance Center officials and security. This incident was a continuation of their ongoing feud, which began with a brawl outside the PC, where Monroe attacked Parker while she was interacting with fans.
The NXT premiere on February 17 revealed a twist in their story. Blake Monroe confronted interim General Manager Robert Stone, expressing his grievances about Jaida. Stone revealed that Jaida had been suspended for hitting a referee and also disclosed that she had suffered a neck injury during her match with Monroe. This injury is believed to have occurred in a previous match, as mentioned in a previous article (https://www.cagesideseats.com/post/mPxRwz6XyD3y). Stone's response hinted at a potential shift in their dynamic, as he booked Monroe in a match against Thea Hail, the wrestler who previously defeated her for the North American title with a botched pin (https://www.cagesideseats.com/wwe/404412/blake-monroe-loses-north-american-championship-botched-finish-thea-hail-wwe-nxt).
This development adds to a series of unfortunate events for both wrestlers. Jaida's absence from television for several months at the end of last year raised questions, and her return in January was marked by a confrontation with Monroe. Initially rumored for a main roster move, Jaida's future seems to be tied to NXT for the time being. Her character and presentation have remained largely unchanged since her return. Monroe's AEW background and her current status as a WWE wrestler have sparked debates among fans and pundits, mirroring the ongoing 'war' between AEW and WWE. Monroe's performance in the Speed Tournament will undoubtedly reignite discussions about the future of women's wrestling and the potential for a reunion between Monroe and her former self, Mariah May, as hinted by Toni Storm's memorable promo (https://www.cagesideseats.com/cageside-seats-features/405814/best-pro-wrestling-promos-moments-2025-wwe-aew-indies-japan-lucha#:~:text=%E2%80%9CWhatever%20happened%20to%20Mariah%20May%3F%E2%80%9D).
The outcome of their ongoing feud remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: the WWE Speed title is still within reach for Blake Monroe, despite the recent setbacks.
