AEW Double or Nothing 2021: 5 Biggest news stories - WWE legend is "All Elite", popular team mock The Shield  

#1 Dr. Britt Baker reached the pinnacle of the AEW women's division at Double or Nothing

The Doctor. The Pulse. #AEWDoN pic.twitter.com/CXqS2BVSBh

— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) May 31, 2021

On February 25, 2021, Hikaru Shida became the longest reigning overall champion in AEW. As the AEW Women's Champion, Shida's historic 372-day title reign came to an end at this year's Double or Nothing pay-per-view.

Over the past few months, Dr. Britt Baker has gradually gained popularity among fans and critics alike. After her Unsanctioned Lights Out match against Thunder Rosa, Baker's momentum skyrocketed to a whole new level, which indirectly led to her world title clash against Hikaru Shida at Sunday's pay-per-view.

Despite Shida being the babyface, fans were firmly behind Baker, signaling the title change that eventually took place after their back-and-forth encounter.

#AndNew @RealBrittBaker #AEWDoN pic.twitter.com/bz2RC3aXoK

— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) May 31, 2021

Yes, it was a bittersweet moment, because after all, the woman who carried the division for so long lost her title right when capacity crowds made a comeback. In AEW's defense, they only acknowledged current trends by booking Britt Baker as the new champion, which is a smart move.

Judging by the evolution of Baker's character, her world championship reign should be an entertaining ride.

How would you rate AEW Double or Nothing 2021 on a scale of 1-10? Be sure to sound off in the comments section, and while you're here, feel free to check out Sportskeeda Wrestling's Double or Nothing review in the video posted below.

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