Karrion Kross, formerly known as Killer Kross, shared his response to the chants of “We Want Kross” that echoed through WWE SmackDown’s recent broadcast in Boston. These chants came shortly after Kross and Scarlett’s contracts with <a href="https://cynicaltimes.org/category/wrestling-news/wwe/”>WWE expired on August 10, confirming his exit from the company.
Fans expressed their desire to see Kross return by chanting for him during the opening segment of the SmackDown show, signaling his lasting popularity despite no longer being under WWE contract.
Kross Reflects on the Importance of Fan Support in Wrestling
Reacting to the unexpected fan reaction, Kross posted a video on Instagram, emphasizing the vital connection between wrestlers and their audience. He explained that ignoring the crowd is detrimental to a wrestler’s career because fans play a crucial role in the wrestling universe. Kross stated that wrestlers cannot claim fans are central to the experience yet dismiss certain groups of supporters.
He shared a memorable piece of advice from fellow wrestler Truth, recalling a conversation they had on a flight from Saudi Arabia. Truth reminded him that although he had not secured any main roster titles, the most meaningful “title” is the one granted by the audience’s recognition and support, a distinction that lasts a lifetime.
Kross stressed the reality of this recognition with an emphatic statement: “And that’s fucking real.”
Fan Devotion Highlights Kross’s Enduring Impact Despite WWE Departure
The chanting for Kross on SmackDown demonstrates that his presence continues to resonate with wrestling fans. The direct interaction between audience and performer remains a key element in maintaining a wrestler’s relevance beyond contracts and corporate affiliations.
As Karrion Kross navigates his post-WWE career, the strong fan demand may influence his professional opportunities and presence in other wrestling promotions. This reaction also underscores the sometimes-complicated relationship between wrestling companies and their audience expectations.
Industry observers and fans alike will be watching closely to see where Kross’s career heads next and how WWE responds to the fans’ enthusiasm for his return or continued involvement in wrestling entertainment.
