Stephanie Vaquer Makes Surprise Appearance at UFC Fight Night: Mexico
Stephanie Vaquer spotted at UFC Fight Night Mexico days after successfully defending both her NXT championships, further expanding her presence beyond WWE.
The rise of Stephanie Vaquer continues to reach new heights as the double-crowned NXT superstar makes waves across multiple combat sports worlds. The impressive champion was featured prominently during last night’s UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Erceg in Mexico City, where cameras captured her representing WWE’s gold brand among the enthusiastic crowd.
This crossover appearance follows Vaquer’s recent visit to the UFC Performance Institute in Mexico, where she toured the facility and even stepped inside the octagon to demonstrate her finishing move. Social media posts also showed her posing alongside Chilean fighter Ignacio Bahamondes, highlighting the Latin American connection that has become a significant part of her growing brand. These strategic appearances demonstrate WWE’s continued interest in building bridges between professional wrestling and mixed martial arts.
What makes this crossover even more remarkable is that it happened in the same week Vaquer pulled off the rare feat of defending both her championships on a single night of NXT programming. She first defeated Jaida Parker to retain the NXT Women’s Championship, then later that same evening successfully defended her North American Women’s Championship against Fallon Henley. This double-defense showcased both her in-ring prowess and the company’s investment in positioning her as a top-tier performer.
Vaquer’s star power was further confirmed when she reportedly sold out her WWE World at WrestleMania appearance at the same rate as much more established names. Her rapid ascension from newcomer to dual champion to crossover attraction signals that WWE sees tremendous potential in her future. As she continues building her presence both inside and outside the wrestling ring, Vaquer appears poised to become one of the company’s most valuable international stars at a time when global expansion remains a priority.
WWE NXT double-champ Stephanie Vaquer is here for #UFCMexico 🇲🇽 🔥 @UFCEspanol pic.twitter.com/kem85coipP
— TKO (@TKOGrp) March 30, 2025
