Sarayas dating checklist mightve gone viralbut shes not impressed by the DMs that followed.
On the January 22, 2026 episode of her Rulebreakers podcast, the former AEW star revealed that shes had no shortage of people sliding into her inbox after she opened up about her relationship standards earlier this month. While the messages poured in, Saraya made it clear that most of them dont come close to meeting the bar.
Sarayas co-host joked that her checklist had now been publicizedwhich led to the flood of messages from potential love interests. But Saraya wasnt exactly thrilled by the approach, noting how modern dating seems to be missing the point: I just think this new generation of people is very different with the way they date and stuff.
Saraya previously laid out her non-negotiables for a future relationship during the January 8 episode of the show. Among other things, she said she wants to date someone outside of her field, keep things extremely private, and be with someone who encourages her growthnot someone whos controlling or insecure.
Now, shes looking toward the futurebut still keeping it real. At one point during the new episode, Saraya said: I feel like I should potentially have a kid by the time Im, like, 35 or 36.
But for now, shes not settling. Despite all the DMs, Saraya is holding strong on her boundaries and expecting more than just words. Think you can meet Sarayas checklist? Shes already seen what bare minimum looks likeand shes not going backwards.
What do you think of Sarayas take on modern dating? Are her standards too highor just right? Drop your thoughts below!
