Xia Li Biography: Age, Net Worth, Career, Instagram, WWE, Husband, Height, Ethnicity

Xia Li, born Zhao Xia on July 28, 1988, in Chongqing, Sichuan, China, is a professional wrestler and martial artist—most notably the first woman from China to compete in a WWE ring during the inaugural Mae Young Classic tournament in 2017.

Her martial arts background in wushu, combined with her commanding ring presence, helped distinguish her in a crowded field.

Profile

• Full name: Zhao Xia
• Nickname: The Protector
• Date of birth: July 28, 1988
• Age: 37 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Chongqing, Sichuan, China
• Nationality: Chinese
• Profession: Professional wrestler, mixed martial artist, former fitness studio co-founder
• Height: 5 ft 3 in (160 cm)
• Weight: 123 lbs (56 kg)
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: Not publicly disclosed; the earlier mention of a younger sister could not be confirmed. Public sources remain silent on this.
• Spouse: N/A
• Children: N/A
• Relationship status: N/A
• Ethnicity: Chinese
• Net worth: $1–2 million

Early Life and Education

Zhao Xia (37 years old) was born on July 28, 1988.

She grew up in Chongqing, Sichuan, and began training in wushu from a young age.

She later co-founded a fitness studio, reflecting her entrepreneurial drive alongside her combat sports background.

Personal Life

Xia Li maintains a notably private personal life.

She has not publicly shared details about a spouse or children.

Career

Zhao Xia joined the WWE Performance Center in January 2017 after impressing scouts at a tryout in Shanghai.

She debuted on July 13, 2017, in the inaugural Mae Young Classic, becoming the first Chinese woman ever to compete in a WWE ring—eliminated in the first round by Mercedes Martinez.

She returned in 2018, defeating Karen Q in round one and then being eliminated by Deonna Purrazzo.

In 2019–2020, she appeared at NXT live events and made her televised NXT debut on February 20, 2019, losing to Mia Yim.

Her first televised win was on May 1, 2019, against Rachel Evers.

That year she feuded with Aliyah and Vanessa Borne, earning wins before being attacked by Shayna Baszler and others.

She participated in the Women’s Royal Rumble match on January 27, 2019, entering at #11 and being eliminated by Charlotte Flair; she returned in 2020, entering at #24 and lasting 10:49 before elimination by Shayna Baszler.

In 2021, she was drafted to the SmackDown brand and debuted on December 10, helping Naomi in a backstage attack scenario.

On February 25, 2022, she won her first SmackDown match against Natalya.

She turned heel on April 22, stating she’d only protect herself.

She competed in a six-pack challenge on June 3 for a number one contender spot but lost; she also failed to qualify for the Women’s Money in the Bank ladder match via losses to Lacey Evans and Becky Lynch.

In 2023, she was drafted to Raw, confronted Becky Lynch, and targeted NXT Women’s Champion Lyra Valkyria in her storylines.

Net Worth

Xia Li’s estimated net worth is between $1–2 million.

Social Media

• Twitter/X: @XiaWWE