Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Nia Jax

How Nia Jax built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Savelina Fanene, known professionally as Nia Jax, is an Australian-American professional wrestler currently signed to WWE, performing on the SmackDown brand. She's known for her imposing size and strength within the women's division. Jax has held the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship twice.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2014: Signed to NXT

In 2014, Nia Jax signed with WWE and was assigned to their developmental territory NXT.

May 7, 2015: In-Ring Debut at NXT House Show

On May 7, 2015, Nia Jax made her in-ring debut at an NXT house show under the ring name Zada, teaming with Devin Taylor in a loss to Bayley and Carmella.

May 2015: NXT Debut as Zada

In May 2015, Fanene made her debut in NXT under the ring name Zada.

January 27, 2016: Return to NXT Ring

On January 27, 2016, Nia Jax returned to the NXT ring after a storyline injury, defeating Liv Morgan.

July 19, 2016: Drafted to Raw Brand

On July 19, 2016, Nia Jax was drafted from NXT to the Raw brand as part of the 2016 WWE draft.

2016: Drafted to the main roster.

In 2016, as part of the WWE Draft, Nia Jax was promoted to the main roster.

January 29, 2017: Victory over Sasha Banks at Royal Rumble Pre-Show

On January 29, 2017, Nia Jax defeated Sasha Banks at the Royal Rumble pre-show as part of their ongoing feud.

January 2018: Relationship with Enzo Amore and Royal Rumble Participation

In January 2018, Nia Jax's on-screen relationship with Enzo Amore ended due to his release. She also participated in the first women's Royal Rumble, eliminating four women before being eliminated.

April 8, 2018: Wins Raw Women's Championship at WrestleMania 34

On April 8, 2018, at WrestleMania 34, Nia Jax defeated Alexa Bliss to capture the Raw Women's Championship, marking the first title win of her career.

January 27, 2019: Competes in both Women's and Men's Royal Rumble

On January 27, 2019, at the Royal Rumble, Nia Jax competed in the women's Royal Rumble and later made history by becoming the first person to compete in both the women's and men's Royal Rumble matches on the same night.

February 17, 2019: Elimination Chamber Match for Women's Tag Team Championship

On February 17, 2019, Nia Jax and Tamina competed in a six-team Elimination Chamber match for the inaugural WWE Women's Tag Team Championship, eliminating two teams before being eliminated themselves.

April 6, 2020: Return to Raw After Injury

On April 6, 2020, Nia Jax returned from injury on Raw, defeating Deonna Purrazzo.

January 31, 2021: Wins WWE Women's Tag Team Championship for Second Time

On January 31, 2021, at Royal Rumble, Nia Jax and Shayna Baszler defeated Asuka and Charlotte Flair to become two-time WWE Women's Tag Team Champions.

November 2021: Released from WWE contract

In November 2021, Nia Jax was released from her WWE contract.

January 2023: Royal Rumble Appearance and Resigning

In January 2023, after a brief appearance at the Royal Rumble, Nia Jax re-signed with WWE.

2023: Royal Rumble Appearance and Return to WWE

In 2023, Nia Jax returned in the Women's Royal Rumble and made a full-time return to WWE on the September 11 episode of Raw.

2024: Queen of the Ring Tournament Win

In 2024, Nia Jax won the Queen of the Ring tournament, earning a WWE Women's Championship match at SummerSlam.

January 3, 2025: Title Defense and Loss

On January 3, 2025, Nia Jax successfully defended her title against Naomi but lost it to Tiffany Stratton who cashed in her Money in the Bank briefcase.