Speculation surrounding a Jon Moxley potential WWE return to face Karrion Kross has reignited following Kross’s recent comments urging Moxley to revisit unfinished business in WWE. The anticipation comes as Kross, now a prominent WWE star, reflects on their past encounter, sparking interest among fans for a rematch years in the making.
Past Encounters Between Karrion Kross and Jon Moxley Fuel Return Talk
Jon Moxley, once known as Dean Ambrose in WWE, has gained immense recognition in AEW and is often cited as one of the standout talents for the Jacksonville-based organization. Despite Moxley departing WWE and making waves elsewhere, Karrion Kross remains vocal about his desire to see Moxley return and settle unfinished matters in the Triple H-led company.
During an appearance on the Battleground podcast, Kross revisited the origins of his rivalry with Moxley. In 2019, while Moxley had already exited WWE, Kross publicly called him out in hopes of sparking interest for a match. Surprisingly, even though they had no prior acquaintance, Moxley accepted the challenge, leading to an electrifying meeting between the two wrestlers.
“I didn’t know him. I put out a promo attempting to pique intrigue to see if that’s a match people wanted. They wanted it. He didn’t know me. I didn’t know him, I really wanted to work with him as soon as I found out that, he wasn’t signed. And he showed up, and we didn’t know each other.”
—Karrion Kross, WWE Superstar
On the night of their match, both stars competed fiercely, and after the bout concluded backstage, Moxley offered Kross sincere praise for his performance. Their interaction didn’t end there, as Moxley provided Kross with Triple H’s contact, encouraging him to connect with WWE’s leader—a moment that marked a turning point in Kross’s career aspirations.
“We worked and then as soon as we got backstage, it feels I don’t know. It feels weird talking about somebody else giving you compliments about your work, but he was he was. He was very complimentary and that’s where that conversation began and, not to stir the pot, but I just you know I want john to be happy wherever he is.”
—Karrion Kross, WWE Superstar
Kross also touched upon the competitive spirit between them, mentioning that their first bout ended inconclusively—a no contest after chaos broke out, leading both wrestlers to join forces against event security. Those explosive scenes linger in the memories of fans, as highlighted by Andreas Hale who captured the excitement of the night in Las Vegas.
Kross Calls for One More Match in WWE
Speaking candidly on the podcast, Karrion Kross made it clear he wants Moxley to make a WWE comeback, not just for their own unresolved rivalry, but for wrestling fans who crave closure to their dramatic storyline. Now established as a force on Monday Night RAW, Kross believes a second clash with Moxley would be a major attraction and allow both to “finish what we started.”
“I do hope one day, I do hope one day that he does come back to WWE, because I think it would be insane. I think it would be insane, and I would think a lot of people think that. I would love to compete with him here so we can we can finish what we started. That’s what I will say.”
—Karrion Kross, WWE Superstar
Kross’s overture is not only an open invitation for Moxley, but an appeal to fans who recall the unfinished business from 2019. The WWE universe remains divided; Moxley has established his legacy outside WWE, but Kross’s insistence keeps the door open for a possible return and a decisive showdown.
The Future: Will Jon Moxley Answer the Call?
While neither Moxley nor WWE has formally addressed the speculation, the intensity of Kross’s appeal and the history behind their previous matchup has reignited discussion among fans, industry figures, and insiders alike. Names such as Triple H and Andreas Hale emerge in these conversations, underlining the network of relationships that could make a reunion possible.
For now, Jon Moxley’s potential WWE return to face Karrion Kross remains one of wrestling’s most tantalizing “what-ifs.” Given the highly charged atmosphere surrounding their unresolved feud, a return match would not only serve as a major attraction for WWE, but might also allow both competitors—and their fans—to finally find closure. The wrestling world waits to see if Kross’s call will be answered, and whether history might repeat itself on a much grander stage.
