Jade Cargill’s recent WWE in-ring debut has sparked discussions about her challenges in retaining wrestling moves and sequences during matches. The professional wrestler entered the Women’s Royal Rumble match as the #28 entrant, making notable interactions, such as eliminating Nia Jax. However, her performance also brought attention to her difficulties in recalling and executing moves effectively.
Despite Cargill’s prior experience in All Elite Wrestling (AEW), her transition to WWE has revealed a learning curve in adapting to the intricacies of WWE-style wrestling. Although she has made appearances on Raw, NXT, SmackDown, and Fastlane alongside prominent WWE superstars, observers have noted that she seems to grapple with the nuances of WWE’s specific wrestling style.
During a discussion on Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer and Bryan Alvarez shared their insights on Jade Cargill’s challenges. Meltzer mentioned that, while everyone sold for her and acknowledged her AEW background, it was evident that she wasn’t at the same level as many other wrestlers.
Bryan Alvarez added that Cargill needs to spend more time on the road, suggesting that she should engage in numerous matches with veteran WWE women to enhance her readiness for major events like WrestleMania. Alvarez mentioned that he had been told Cargill has difficulty remembering various elements, emphasizing the importance of gaining experience and refining her skills through consistent in-ring performances.
The discussion reflects the common understanding within the wrestling community that adapting to different wrestling styles can be challenging, and performers often need time to acclimate to the specific nuances of a new promotion. Cargill’s journey in WWE, despite her impressive debut, highlights the ongoing learning process that wrestlers undergo as they transition between wrestling organizations.
Dave Meltzer: “The one thing about Jade Cargill, everybody sold for her and everything like that. But you know, you can see it’s AEW Jade Cargill. And I mean, it’s like she’s not at the level of pretty much anyone else.”
Bryan Alvarez: “She needs to get on the road.”
Dave Meltzer: “She was very messy. Yeah, she does need to get on the road.”
Bryan Alvarez: “I was told that she has a hard time remembering a lot of stuff. And so she needs to get out there and start doing a bunch of matches with veteran WWE women on the road. Get her ready. If she’s going to make her big WrestleMania debut.”
