On 4th October, the Big Penny Social in London hosted ‘Welcome to the Grrrl Parade’, featuring exciting bouts, a championship showdown, and international talent, setting the stage for future clashes.
On 4th October, the Big Penny Social in London, England became the epicentre of women’s wrestling as EVE presented “Welcome to the Grrrl Parade”. This eagerly awaited event was broadcast live on YouTube, offering fans an initial glimpse with the first match available for free, while subsequent bouts required membership access.
The event was marked by a highly anticipated showdown between Nina Samuels and Alex Windsor for the EVE Championship. Also adding intrigue was the European debut of Japanese wrestler Ayame Sasamura, bringing international flavour and excitement to the event.
The night kicked off with a thrilling contest between Millie McKenzie and Rayne Leverkusen. McKenzie, a stalwart of EVE’s roster, faced off against fan-favourite Leverkusen, who was returning from over a year away due to injury. Highlighted by an array of complex and powerful manoeuvres, the match reached its climax when McKenzie sealed her victory with a spear from the ropes, followed by running shins, showcasing her strategic aggression.
Next on the card was a six-woman tag match featuring Claudia Bradstone, Natalie Sykes, and Zizi against the trio known as Operation SAS (Nightshade, Skye Smitson, and Session Moth Martina). The match was as much about personality as it was about wrestling, with SASSY’s dynamic entrance disrupted by an attack. Internal discord marked the fight for the opposing team as Zizi left the match after frustrations boiled over. Ultimately, Nightshade’s emphatic finish with a Choke Bomb secured victory for Operation SAS and Martina, who celebrated their triumph.
Debutante Ayame Sasamura added international star power as she took on Lucy Sky in her first European bout. Sasamura, with her decorated background as a dual Tag Champion, quickly engaged the crowd through a spirited contest. Despite her athletic prowess and innovative offence, Sasamura succumbed to Sky’s physicality, with Sky capitalising on a missed top-rope manoeuvre to claim an impressive win. Post-match tensions rose when Lucy Sky attacked Sasamura, inviting a rescue from Nightshade and sparking interest in future heavyweight showdowns.
The headline match was a clash for the EVE Championship, pinning reigning champion Nina Samuels against Alex Windsor. With both women dominating the singles scene for months, the bout promised high stakes and delivered on intensity. As the fiercely contested match reached its pivotal moments, outside interference played a critical role. Skye Smitson’s involvement created a distraction that allowed Samuels to retain her title through tactical opportunism rather than brute dominance. Skye Smitson’s subsequent challenge for the EVE Championship, alongside her promise of a future opportunity for Windsor should she win, added a narrative complexity for future events.
“Welcome to the Grrrl Parade” proved to be a strong showcase of talent and storytelling. With standout performances across the board, the event has laid intriguing foundations. Matchups like Lucy Sky versus Nightshade and potential title contention between Smitson and Windsor hint at an exciting roadmap for EVE’s ongoing narrative in women’s wrestling.
Source: Noah Wire Services