The introduction of the WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship has sparked a lively debate on social media, with some fans enthusiastically embracing the new title while others remain skeptical. Joining the conversation is former World Champion JBL, who recently shared his thoughts on the matter during a Live Q&A session on Backstage Pass.
While JBL acknowledged that WWE has a surplus of titles, he believes that the women’s division deserves its own Intercontinental Championship as a symbol of equal representation. “If the men have the Intercontinental Title, the women should too,” he stated. “And if it’s too many titles, then neither should have it. I think (women) have proven, over and over again, they’re equal. That’s why I think what the men have, the women should have – at least the same because they’re the same drawing power.”
JBL’s perspective is rooted in the notion that women have consistently demonstrated their ability to draw a crowd and entertain the audience. He believes that having a women’s Intercontinental Championship serves as a reminder of their value to the company and its fans. Furthermore, JBL notes that the abundance of titles in WWE, past and present, has often resulted in a scenario where multiple championships are featured on different shows, making it challenging to maintain their relevance.
The veteran champion points out that in the era of weekly shows and concurrent title defenses, the Intercontinental Championship has historically been used as a secondary title to complement the main event. He suggests that if the women’s division is capable of headlining shows, then they should be equipped with the same title opportunities as their male counterparts.
The introduction of the WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship has already generated significant buzz, with fans eager to see which superstars will be announced for the inaugural tournament. The brackets are expected to be revealed by next week, setting the stage for a thrilling competition among some of the Women’s Division’s top talent.
As speculation builds around the tournament, JBL’s comments have provided valuable insight into the thinking of a veteran champion. His sentiments are likely to resonate with fans who believe that women deserve a platform to showcase their skills and attract a significant following. Whether or not JBL’s perspective ultimately influences the outcome of the tournament remains to be seen, but his endorsement of the women’s Intercontinental Championship is a testament to the immense progress made by the Women’s Division in recent years.
