Natalia Markova just made NWA history — and she’s letting fans know exactly how much it means to her.
After dominating the 2025 NWA Year-End Awards, The Crush took to Instagram to celebrate a clean sweep across every category she was nominated in. Markova was named Female Wrestler of the Year, earned Match of the Year honors for her steel cage clash with Tiffany Nieves, and took home Moment of the Year for her jaw-dropping dropkick off the cage at NWA Looks That Kill. In her post, Markova didn’t hold back, thanking her supporters while proudly reflecting on the milestone:
“I just wanted to say thank you to all my fans! ❤️ I won every category I’ve been nominated in 🥰 And not just anywhere but in the oldest national company in the country! @NWA ✨”
The graphic accompanying her message featured highlights from the award-winning match and a checklist of her major wins:
✅ Female Wrestler of the Year
✅ Match of the Year
✅ Moment of the Year
Markova’s steel cage showdown with Nieves earned praise for its intensity, physicality, and that unforgettable mid-air moment — a visual that became one of NWA’s most replayed highlights of the year. Her victory marks a massive career milestone in the National Wrestling Alliance, where fan votes determined the outcome.
Whether you’re a longtime supporter or just getting familiar with Markova’s work, this moment solidifies her as one of the most dynamic forces in the NWA today.
What did you think of Natalia Markova’s clean sweep at the NWA Awards? Did she deserve all three wins, or was there another match or moment you think should’ve taken it? Sound off in the comments and let us know who you’re backing in 2026.