From: Russia

Nickname: “The Crush”

Winner of the 2024 Burke Invitational Gauntlet at NWA 76

Of all the wrestlers in the National Wrestling Alliance, few have a more devoted following than Natalia Markova! “The Crush” has been one of the NWA®’s most consistent competitors — and persistent challengers. Her pursuit of the NWA® World Women’s Championship started during Kamille’s historic championship reign. They continue against reigning champ Kenzie Paige. Natalia made pro wrestling history in 2024. She faced Tiffany Nieves in the first women’s cage match in Alabama history. A main event star in the NWA Women's Division, she solidified herself as a main stay when she defeated Kenzie Paige at NWA 77 to capture The Burke.