This Thursday, November 12, Pro Wrestling Illustrated highlighted the 250 best female wrestlers currently in action.
Stephanie Vaquer sits at the top of this ranking from the renowned publication. The Chilean fighter has made a strong impression in recent months thanks to her performances in WWE. And this year, three French wrestlers have been honored, ranking among the best according to the outlet: Mila Smidt at 110th, Cory Zero at 156th, and JGU at 160th. These are three wrestlers we had the privilege of interviewing on Catch-Newz this year.
Last year, Princess Lauriana was honored to be part of this PWI women’s list with a solid 233rd place. This year, she isn’t included despite her efforts. We spoke to her the day before the release of PWI 250 2026, last Wednesday. Champion Freyja certainly had expectations for herself, but above all for the new French stars who deserve their place in the rankings.
She says:
“ I still attach importance to this ranking. Although the rules for being part of the PWI are somewhat obscure, you tell yourself that if you’re on this list, it’s still pretty cool. If you’re not, that’s OK. Being on it last year, when I wasn’t expecting it at all… Will I be on it again this year? Being on it last year was already a victory.
But what I’d like to see are the newcomers who have been on the scene for 2-3 years. Last year, I looked for my compatriots, I looked for Céline, I looked for JGU. I asked myself, where are they? And not seeing them there… They may not have had enough exposure. But now, with the exposure they’ve had this year, I hope to see them included as well. I’m a girl’s girl. Even if we clash in the ring, they’re still my colleagues. And seeing them shine brings me joy as well.”
The exclusive interview with Princess Lauriana premieres tomorrow, this Sunday at 6 p.m.—don’t miss this engaging conversation on Catch-Newz.com!
