Queen Aminata

Queen Aminata
Queen Aminata in 2018
Birth nameAminata Sylla
BornGuinea
Professional wrestling career
Ring name(s)Queen Aminata
Billed height5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
Billed weight145 lb (66 kg)
Billed fromGuinea, West Africa
Trained byOhio Pro Wrestling Academy
Debut2017

Aminata Sylla[1][2][3] better known by her ring-name Queen Aminata is a Guinean professional wrestler. She is signed to All Elite Wrestling (AEW) and AEW's sister promotion Ring of Honor (ROH). She is also known for time in Ohio Valley Wrestling (OVW), and on the American independent circuit.[4][5][6]

Early life

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Sylla has stated she immigrated from Guinea to the United States in April 2013,[7][8] having previously lived and studied in Paris, France.[8] While there, Sylla studied private international law and was qualified to practice in France.[9]

Professional wrestling career

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Early career (2017–2020)

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Aminata made her debut in 2017, wrestling largely on the independent circuit in Ohio. On April 30, 2017, she wrestled at a WWE house show teaming with Kaylee, losing to Asuka and Kairi Sane. In 2020 she wrestled in Japan for various promotions including Sendai Girls.[10] She also worked for MCW Pro Wrestling.[7]

All Elite Wrestling / Ring of Honor (2021–present)

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Aminata (left) towering over Mio Momono in February 2024

On April 7, 2021, she made her All Elite Wrestling (AEW) debut on Dark, teaming with Amber Nova and losing to Big Swole and Red Velvet. She made her television debut on November 23, 2022, on Rampage, losing to Hikaru Shida.

At Holiday Bash on December 20, 2023, she was defeated by Skye Blue.[11] She made her Ring of Honor (ROH) debut on December 23,episode of Ring of Honor Wrestling, defeating Maya World.[12][13]On January 3, 2024, she made her Dynamite debut, losing to newcomer Mariah May.[14] She lost a match to veteran Hikaru Shida on January 12[15] and to Kris Statlander, a week later.[16] She subsequently lost to former mixed martial artist Thunder Rosa on January 20.[17] On the February 16, 2024 edition of Rampage, Aminata gained her first victory in AEW by defeating Anna Jay. Following the match, it was announced that Aminata was officially signed to the company.[18] In the same month, Aminata entered a tournament to crown the inaugural ROH Women's World Television Champion.[19] She defeated J–Rod in the first round, Taya Valkyrie in the quarterfinals and Red Velvet in the semifinals to face Billie Starkz in the final at Supercard of Honor.[20][21][22] At the event on April 5, Aminata lost to Starkz after Starkz feigned an injury to choke out Aminata to win the title.[23]

On July 26, 2024 Queen Aminata at Death Before Dishonor took on Athena for the ROH Women's World Championship as the two already had a long anticipated feud months prior but was unsuccessful as Lexy Nair gave Athena a microphone as Athena demanded it and hit Aminata to finish her off via distraction of Red Velvet and Billie Starkz brawling on the outside of the ring retaining the title, as Athena's stable with Billie Starkz feud against Aminata & Red Velvet as The Minions continued on.[24]

Personal life

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Sylla has stated she is a polyglot who can speak four languages: French, English, Susu and Fulani.[25] In her private life, Sylla is a Muslim as well as a mother.[9][26]

Championships and accomplishments

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References

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  1. ^ Staff, Cagematch.net. "Queen Aminata". Cagematch.net. Retrieved July 27, 2024.
  2. ^ Staff, Wrestlingdata.com. "Queen Aminata". Wrestlingdata.com. Retrieved July 27, 2024.
  3. ^ Staff, Profightdb.com. "Queen Aminata". Profightdb.com. Retrieved July 27, 2024.
  4. ^ Aramboles, Angel (2024-01-03). "Former WWE/TNA star has signed with AEW". Wrestling News. Retrieved 2024-01-06.
  5. ^ Pagare, Tejas (2023-12-23). "Former WWE talent shares a message ahead of big return after over 9 months". sportskeeda.com. Retrieved 2024-01-06.
  6. ^ "Queen Aminata: Profile & Match Listing - Internet Wrestling Database (IWD)". profightdb.com. Retrieved 2024-01-06.
  7. ^ a b r/SquaredCircle, LarryLegendCZW (29 December 2022). ""Queen Aminata vs. Ray Lyn: Epic Showdown at MCW Ladies Night!" - FULL M..." Reddit.com. Retrieved July 27, 2024.
  8. ^ a b Queen Aminata Interview at GCW Generation Championship Wrestling Diamond Cup 2022. 25 January 2022. Event occurs at 4:20.
  9. ^ a b Renee Paquette (10 February 2024). "Renee Paquette sits down w/ Queen Aminata". AEW Close up. Retrieved 11 February 2024.
  10. ^ Duffy, John (2021-04-13). "Queen Aminata and Amber Nova to debut on tonight's AEW Dark". Diva Dirt. Retrieved 2024-01-06.
  11. ^ Richards, Alex (2023-12-21). "AEW Rampage Holiday Bash Spoilers (12/22/23)". Last Word on Pro Wrestling. Retrieved 2024-01-06.
  12. ^ "Hall's ROH TV Review 1.4.24". 411MANIA. Retrieved 2024-01-06.
  13. ^ Wilkinson, Nick (2024-01-05). "Queen Aminata And Red Velvet Make Successful ROH TV Debuts". Diva Dirt. Retrieved 2024-01-06.
  14. ^ "Mariah May To Make AEW In-Ring Debut Against Queen Aminata On 1/3 AEW Dynamite". www.fightful.com. Retrieved 2024-01-06.
  15. ^ "3 Ups & 4 Downs from AEW Rampage (Jan 12 - Results & Review)". 13 January 2024.
  16. ^ "AEW Rampage Results for January 19, 2024". 20 January 2024.
  17. ^ https://www.cagematch.net/?id=111&nr=85751
  18. ^ Renner, Ethan (16 February 2024). "Queen Aminata officially signs with AEW". Wrestling Observer Newsletter. Retrieved 17 February 2024.
  19. ^ CAREY, IAN (11 February 2024). "ROH spoilers from Henderson, Nevada Ring of Honor matches were filmed on Saturday". F4wonline.com. Retrieved February 11, 2024.
  20. ^ Pizzazz, Manolo Has (14 February 2024). "ROH reveals four matchups in women's TV title tournament". Cagesidedseats.com. Retrieved February 14, 2024.
  21. ^ Boone, Matt (25 February 2024). "ROH TV Spoilers From AEW Collision Taping On 2/24 In Springfield, MO". Wrestlingheadlines.com. Retrieved February 25, 2024.
  22. ^ Ravens, Andrew (17 March 2024). "**SPOILERS** From Saturday Night's ROH TV Tapings In Ottawa (3/16/24)". Ewrestlingnews.com. Retrieved March 17, 2024.
  23. ^ Sambus, Theo (April 5, 2024). "Join 411's Live ROH Supercard of Honor Coverage". 411mania.com. Retrieved April 5, 2024.
  24. ^ Moss, Jeff (26 July 2024). "ROH Death Before Dishonor live results: Mark Briscoe vs. Roderick Strong title match". F4wonline.com. Retrieved July 26, 2024.
  25. ^ Aminata Sylla [@amisylle] (17 January 2020). "French, English, Soussou and Foulany" (Tweet). Retrieved 23 January 2024 – via Twitter.
  26. ^ City, RJ (Host) (23 June 2024). "Queen Aminata gets juicy". Hey! EW. Retrieved 23 June 2024.
  27. ^ Staff, Cagematch.net. "Generation Championship Wrestling (GCW)". Cagematch.net. Retrieved July 27, 2024.
  28. ^ Staff, Cagematch.net. "GCW Women's Championship". Cagematch.net. Retrieved July 27, 2024.
  29. ^ Internet Wrestling Database. "Pro Wrestling Illustrated (PWI) 250 Female for 2024". profightdb.com. Retrieved October 6, 2024.
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