Mercedes Mone on Rumors of NJPW & Stardom Contract Expiring Soon Being “Far From the Truth”

As noted before, Mercedes Mone is currently in talks with Bushiroad for a potential contract extension with New Japan Pro Wrestling and Stardom. Mone’s contract is currently rumored to be expiring after this Sunday’s All Star Grand Queendom 2023 event for Stardom.

Sports Illustrated held a recent interview with Mone. One of the topics discussed included Mone stating that the rumors of her contract with NJPW and Stardom expiring soon are not true.

“The rumors are so far from the truth. If it’s not coming from me or my voice, then how does anyone else know my business? None of it is true unless it is coming from me. It’s just a reminder that I’m a conversation starter. This is my new home. I’m embracing the way of life. I’m riding the train, I’m eating the food. I’m not here for a quick second. I have a kitchen in my apartment, but when I go out, I’m eating yakiniku. It’s this amazing barbecue. I’ve been enjoying everything. The pancakes are amazing, too. This has become my second home. And I’m committed to staying here to make history.”

Mone also gave her thoughts about enjoying the current freedom she has for her career in Japan with NJPW and Stardom.

“In the United States, you’re told what to do, what to say and how to say it. Here, I’m creating every single moment. I feel so free. I’ve never been this confident. And it is significant to me because I’m inspiring people to follow their dreams.

I’m not even in my prime yet. I’m just getting started. I’m finally getting to create the magic I’ve always wanted to create. My ideas aren’t being limited and I’m not constantly hearing no or that matches are being cut short. I’m not going to hold back.”

Mone also stated that she is currently committed towards making Japan her new home for her wrestling career.

“This is my new home. I’m embracing the way of life. I’m riding the train, I’m eating the food. I’m not here for a quick second. I have a kitchen in my apartment, but when I go out, I’m eating yakiniku. It’s this amazing barbecue. I’ve been enjoying everything. The pancakes are amazing, too.

This has become my second home. And I’m committed to staying here to make history.”