‘EMBARRASSED’ 33-year-old star calls for ban of wrestling move after suffering heartbreaking defeat on SmackDown
Current WWE champion imposes a ban on a popular move after being shamed on SmackDown this week during her match.

Chelsea Green with Maxxine Dupri (via Chelsea Green's Instagram)
This week’s SmackDown was a humiliating night for Women’s United States Champion Chelsea Green. She squared off against her current rival, Naomi, in a Women’s Elimination Chamber qualifying match. Not only did she suffer a defeat, but she also found herself on the receiving end of an unexpected ‘wedgie’ from The Glow, a moment that quickly went viral and took the internet by storm.
Taking to X, The Hot Mess shared her reaction to the viral moment. Declaring herself the chosen president of the WWE Universe, Green demanded that WWE ban the use of the ‘wedgie’ moving forward. She called it an embarrassing move that undermines her dignity. Green further stated that anyone who dares to use it again will be banished from the ring.
Moreover, the 33-year-old’s husband, Matt Cardona, reacted to her viral SmackDown moment. Interestingly, this wasn’t the first time the Women’s United States Champion found herself in an embarrassing situation on the blue brand. Before capturing the title, she competed in a dumpster match, where she ended up smelling foul even after the bout.
Dear @WWE universe pic.twitter.com/vHSrgUwESN
— CHELSEA GREEN (@ImChelseaGreen) February 15, 2025
As The Hot Mess continues her reign, she marches toward WrestleMania as a champion. However, her path to the Grandest Stage of Them All remains uncertain. With speculation swirling, the 33-year-old could potentially find herself in a multi-person match when WrestleMania lands in Sin City this year.
Chelsea Green talked about the value of her husband, Matt Cardona, in her wrestling career
Chelsea Green has carved out a successful career in professional wrestling, and she credits much of her journey to her husband, Matt Cardona. Recently, she expressed her love for creating memories with him in the wrestling world. She also highlighted how the former WWE star’s presence has influenced her career, providing guidance and support along the way.

Speaking on WrestleBinge, The Hot Mess admitted that she cannot imagine professional wrestling without Cardona. She revealed that she has been with the Indy God since the beginning of her wrestling journey, making him an integral part of her career. Green also noted that Cardona possesses a deeper knowledge of WWE than she does, making him not just her partner but also her mentor.
I have now been wrestling longer with him than without. I started dating him two years into my career, and we’ve now been together eight years, so I don’t know wrestling without him at this point.
Chelsea Green via WrestleBinge
Moreover, Green has frequently expressed her desire to see the former United States Champion return to WWE someday. However, she acknowledged that despite being away from his dream promotion, Cardona is content with his current path. The 33-year-old described him as someone who embraces the present moment and finds fulfillment in what he’s doing, regardless of where he is.