At WWE Raw in Milwaukee last night, Roxanne Perez finally shared a locker room moment with her childhood idol, AJ Lee, marking a special occasion for both wrestlers. This interaction highlights a rising storyline as AJ Lee steps back into the WWE spotlight, setting the stage for future matches and renewed rivalries.
AJ Lee, who made her return to the ring after retiring in 2015, appeared following a recent comeback on SmackDown. It was announced that Lee will team with her husband, CM Punk, in a mixed tag team match against Becky Lynch and Seth Rollins at the upcoming Wrestlepalooza event. The dynamic resurfacing of Lee’s in-ring career and Perez’s ascending status has fans anticipating impactful developments on WWE programming.
The Bond Between Roxanne Perez and AJ Lee
Backstage at Raw, Perez and Lee recreated a heartfelt moment from years ago, capturing the emotional significance of Roxanne meeting her idol. Over time, their relationship has grown beyond admiration into a close friendship, with Lee affectionately calling Perez one of her “wrestling daughters.” Perez has expressed hope for a dream match between them, which now seems feasible given Lee’s active return.
Perez, a heel aligned with the Judgment Day faction, shared her excitement on social media, tweeting, “Oh I’m so good,” alongside photos with Lee from the event. She also spoke about her efforts in encouraging Lee to come back to wrestling and potentially face off against her in the future.
But [Punk] tells me that he’s doing the same thing. He’s trying to get her to, like, come back, pulling her in. But I hope one day she decides to come back and have a match with me.
—Roxanne Perez
Implications for WWE’s Upcoming Storylines
AJ Lee’s return represents a major shift in WWE’s landscape, as Wrestlepalooza will serve as her first match since retirement. Beyond the mixed tag match, WWE appears to be building towards a women’s division rivalry, with a potential Women’s Intercontinental Championship clash involving Becky Lynch defending her title against Lee. This rivalry, paired with Perez’s rising prominence, suggests a fresh wave of compelling narratives.
The involvement of stars like Seth Rollins and CM Punk alongside Lee and Lynch ensures that Wrestlepalooza will be a high-profile event that fans will eagerly watch, with Perez’s connection to Lee adding emotional weight to the unfolding competition.
