Wendi Richter isn’t just talking about stepping back into the ring—she’s putting a price tag on it. The WWE Hall of Famer has her sights set on AEW Women’s World Champion Toni Storm, but if Storm wants a match, she better be ready to shell out some serious cash.
During a virtual signing, Richter made it clear she’s got no fear when it comes to “Timeless” Toni Storm. “I’d take her on. I’d even give her the first swing. Bring it, Toni. You think you can beat me? I’d like to see it. I’m not afraid.”
Now, she’s doubling down. Speaking with Ring the Belle, Richter made it clear that she’s open to stepping back into the ring—but it won’t come cheap. “I would wrestle Mike Tyson if they paid me enough. I’ll wrestle anybody. I challenge you, Toni. For $20 million. I’ll do it.”
It’s all in good fun, but the idea of Richter vs. Storm isn’t coming out of nowhere. After AEW Worlds End, Storm named Richter as a “free agent” she wanted to step in the ring with, saying “there is many written all over” a match between them. But just in case Richter thought it would be a friendly affair, Storm fired off a warning: “I’m going to f** you up!”*
While that dream match might be on hold, Storm has her hands full with Megan Bayne, who blindsided the AEW Women’s World Champion on Dynamite. With a title showdown seemingly on the horizon, Storm won’t be short on challengers—just maybe not ones demanding $20 million.
Would you want to see Wendi Richter vs. Toni Storm in AEW? Please share your thoughts and feedback in the comment section below.