WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley has praised the competitors involved in AEW’s Women’s Blood & Guts match on the November 4 episode of Dynamite, singling out Megan Bayne for what he believes will be remembered as one of the defining performances of her wrestling career.

Foley, whose legendary career included some of the most brutal matches in professional wrestling history, followed Wednesday night’s encounter closely and shared his reactions through Instagram Stories. The former WWE Champion posted several clips from the match, expressing both admiration for the competitors and concern for Bayne after she was left covered in blood during the violent contest.

The hardcore wrestling icon was particularly impressed by the punishment the women endured, making it clear that their willingness to push themselves in such a physically demanding environment had earned his respect. “This match was pure insanity,” Foley wrote. “Respect to everyone involved. These women are truly hardcore.”

While Foley praised everyone involved in the match, Bayne’s performance appeared to leave the biggest impression on him. The WWE Hall of Famer suggested that the encounter could become a defining moment in her career, regardless of what she accomplishes in the years ahead. “Years from now, when we look back at the career of Megan Bayne this will be one of the matches that defines it.”

Foley later reinforced his admiration by sharing an Instagram post alongside Bayne, featuring a photograph of himself bowing before the AEW star in a symbolic gesture of respect for her performance.

The Women’s Blood & Guts match featured The Brawling Birds (Jamie Hayter and Alex Windsor), Wrathlander (Kris Statlander and Harley Cameron), Willow Nightingale, and Queen Aminata battling Triangle of Madness (Thekla, Julia Hart, and Skye Blue), Divine Dominion (Megan Bayne and Lena Kross), and Persephone.

Foley’s reaction carries particular significance given his reputation as one of wrestling’s most celebrated hardcore performers. His career featured numerous physically punishing encounters, making his praise for the women involved in Blood & Guts especially noteworthy.

For Bayne, the recognition from a wrestling legend known for his willingness to endure extreme punishment represents another notable moment in her AEW career, with Foley already predicting that her performance will be remembered for years to come.