Maxxine Dupri Eager for WrestleMania 42 Title Defense

WWE Women's Intercontinental Champion Maxxine Dupri expressed enthusiasm for defending her title at WrestleMania 42 during a recent interview on the Abe Kanan Show, while also sharing her deep admiration for fellow WWE Hall of Famer Stacy Keibler.

Dupri, who captured the championship from Becky Lynch on the November 17 episode of Raw, has not yet defended the belt since her victory. The interview, which coincided with the promotion of single-night ticket sales for WrestleMania 42 set for Las Vegas next year, highlighted her personal connection to the event's location. "I have goosebumps thinking about it," Dupri said. "Anything on the West Coast, I feel like I'm home. Put me anywhere on the West Coast. I'm like, this is basically Lumis. I would be over the moon. I'm so excited to be going back to Las Vegas."

The 28-year-old performer, a former NFL cheerleader for the New England Patriots and NBA dancer for the Atlanta Hawks, has quickly risen through the ranks in WWE. Often praised for her rapid improvement in 2025, Dupri credits her progress to dedicated training and a strong work ethic. Her championship win marked a significant milestone in her career, transitioning from...