The women’s tag team division in WWE has seen a remarkable evolution over the years, featuring some iconic duos that have left an indelible mark on the industry. Here’s a look at the 12 best women’s tag teams in WWE history:
1. The Bella Twins
- Signature Move: Bella Bomb
- Why they’re great: The Bella Twins, Brie and Nikki, were synonymous with the WWE Divas division for years. Their glamorous image, combined with their in-ring skills and compelling storylines, solidified their status as icons. They were known for their competitive spirit, often involved in high-profile feuds with teams like The Funkadactyls and AJ Lee & Paige. Their “Bella Bomb” finisher became a staple of their tag team arsenal.
2. The IIconics
- Signature Move: IIconic Combo
- Why they’re great: Peyton Royce and Billie Kay, known collectively as The IIconics, brought a comedic element to the women’s tag team division. Their over-the-top personalities and catchphrases, like “To be fair,” endeared them to fans. Despite their comedic antics, they were also skilled wrestlers who held the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships multiple times.
3. Bayley & Sasha Banks
- Signature Move: Bayley Roll
- Why they’re great: Bayley and Sasha Banks have been friends since their NXT days and have formed one of the most beloved tag teams in WWE history. Their friendship adds a layer of authenticity to their tag team work, and their matches are always high-quality. Their “Boss ‘n’ Hug Connection” tag team was particularly popular, and they have held the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships together.
4. The Kabuki Warriors
- Signature Move: Asuka Lock
- Why they’re great: Asuka and Kairi Sane, known as The Kabuki Warriors, brought a unique and aggressive style to the women’s tag team division. Their Japanese heritage and in-ring skills made them a formidable force, and they held the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships. Their matches were always exciting to watch, and they were known for their innovative offense.
5. The Golden Pair
- Signature Move: Glam Slam
- Why they’re great: Beth Phoenix and Natalya, known as The Golden Pair, were a formidable tag team known for their technical skills and powerful moves. They were respected by fans and fellow wrestlers alike, and their matches were always competitive. Their “Glam Slam” finisher was a devastating move that often ended matches.
6. The Boss ‘n’ Hug Connection
- Signature Move: Bayley Roll
- Why they’re great: Sasha Banks and Bayley formed a tag team known as “The Boss ‘n’ Hug Connection” during their NXT days. Their friendship and in-ring chemistry made them a fan favorite, and they were a dominant force in the NXT Women’s Tag Team Championship scene. They later reunited in WWE, continuing their success as a tag team.
7. The A.C.T.s
- Signature Move: The Allyoop
- Why they’re great: Alicia Fox and Cameron, known as “The A.C.T.s,” were a fun-loving duo who were popular with fans. Their energetic performances and comedic antics made them a memorable tag team. While they weren’t the most dominant force in the division, they were entertaining to watch and contributed to the overall excitement of the women’s tag team scene.
8. The Divas of Doom
- Signature Move: LayCool Special
- Why they’re great: Michelle McCool and Layla, known as LayCool, were a dominant force in the WWE Divas division, known for their arrogance and in-ring skills. They were a memorable team who had some of the best matches in women’s tag team history. Their “LayCool Special” finisher was a unique and effective move.
9. The Funkadactyls
- Signature Move: Rear Naked Choke
- Why they’re great: Naomi and Cameron, known as “The Funkadactyls,” were a high-energy duo who were popular with fans. They were a regular feature on WWE television, and their energetic performances and flashy attire made them memorable.
10. The Dudley Boyz
- Signature Move: 3D
- Why they’re great: While primarily known for their work in the men’s division, The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray Dudley and D-Von Dudley) also made appearances in the women’s tag team division, teaming with their wives, Marie and Stacy, to form “The Dudleyville Family.”
11. The Kat & Luna Lovegood
- Signature Move: Alabama Slam
- Why they’re great: Molly Holly (The Kat) and Luna Lovegood briefly teamed up in WWE, forming a unique and memorable duo. Their unlikely partnership and contrasting personalities made them a standout in the women’s division.
12. The Degeneration X Women
- Signature Move: Various
- Why they’re great: While not a traditional tag team, several female members of Degeneration X (DX) have teamed up over the years, including Triple H’s wife Stephanie McMahon and DX’s “bad girl” Chyna. Their appearances in tag team matches were always memorable and often involved humorous moments.
These are just a few of the many great women’s tag teams that have made their mark in WWE history. The women’s tag team division has come a long way, and these teams have played a crucial role in its growth and development.
