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Jade Cargill Defends Rapid WWE Ascent
4 Apr
Summary
- Cargill accepts instructions, acknowledging the pressure of her top-tier placement.
- She asserts her right to accept opportunities, dismissing criticism as unfounded.
- Cargill highlights her consistent wins at WrestleMania events, feeling blessed.
Jade Cargill is addressing scrutiny regarding her expedited rise within WWE. The 33-year-old wrestler, who is slated to defend her Women's Championship against Rhea Ripley at WrestleMania 42, acknowledged the criticism she has faced. Cargill, who joined WWE in 2023 and debuted in the 2024 Royal Rumble, has been prominently featured in major storylines and held the Women's Tag Team Championship. Many fans have voiced disapproval of her bypassing NXT for a direct main roster debut.
In a recent podcast appearance, Cargill defended her trajectory, stating, "I do what I'm told." She highlighted the weight of being placed at the top and questioned who would refuse such opportunities. Cargill emphasized that the pressure to perform is significant, especially given her human experience. She also conveyed a dismissive attitude towards critics, stating, "I can care less. Guess what? I'm getting paid."
This upcoming appearance at WrestleMania 42 will mark Cargill's third at the event in her relatively short WWE tenure. Her debut at WrestleMania XL saw her team with Bianca Belair and Naomi for a winning six-woman tag team match. The previous year, she defeated Naomi in a singles match, extending her unbeaten record on the grandest stage of them all. She recently expressed feeling "blessed" for the opportunity on X.
