Bobby Cruise, an AEW ring announcer, recently shared a memorable moment featuring visits from WWE stars Roxanne Perez, Adam Pearce, and Ivar. This rare cross-promotion moment highlights friendships that bridge rival wrestling organizations, showcasing camaraderie beyond competitive boundaries.
Friendship Across Wrestling Promotions: Bobby Cruise’s Special Visit
In a heartfelt display of connection, Bobby Cruise posted on his social media platform a photo with his longtime friends from WWE who came to visit. Pearce and Ivar, both significant figures with historical ties to Ring of Honor (ROH), reunited with Cruise, who himself has a deep history in ROH since 2003 and now works under AEW after Tony Khan’s acquisition of the promotion. Cruise posted,
Had a visit yesterday from two pals of 20 years and my 2021 ROH WD Champion.”
—Bobby Cruise, AEW Ring Announcer
Adam Pearce, now the RAW General Manager, previously played a vital role in the independent wrestling scene, including substantial stints in ROH. Ivar, as part of the tag team War Machine, held the ROH World Tag Team Championship. Roxanne Perez, recognized as the first ROH Women’s World Champion, completes this friendship group, linking across promotions despite the usual divisions dictated by wrestling storylines.
Roxanne Perez’s Rise to WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion and Faction Inclusion
Since the start of the year, Roxanne Perez has been steadily rising in WWE, particularly after joining the main roster. While initially appearing in various backstage segments, it was only following Liv Morgan’s unfortunate injury that Perez’s role expanded within WWE’s prominent faction, The Judgment Day.
With Morgan sidelined, concerns arose that she and Raquel Rodriguez might have to relinquish their WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship. However, Finn Balor introduced a plan allowing Perez and Rodriguez to defend the titles together under the Freebird Rule. This stipulation required them to defend the titles in a Fatal 4-Way Match at WWE Evolution, adding excitement and competitiveness to the tag team division.
Balor’s confirmation formally welcomed Perez as an official member of The Judgment Day, marking a pivotal milestone in her career. This integration came with recognition and support from the faction after every active member held a title, underscoring her rising status in WWE.
The Significance of Cross-Promotion Camaraderie and Future Implications
Moments like these serve as reminders that professional wrestling extends beyond scripted rivalries, with genuine relationships connecting talent across different companies. Bobby Cruise’s interaction with WWE stars Pearce, Ivar, and Roxanne Perez illustrates a respectful bond that transcends kayfabe, enriching the wrestling community as a whole.
For Roxanne Perez, these developments symbolize further momentum in her career, blending championship accolades with influential faction involvement. As AEW and WWE talents continue to forge friendships, fans may witness more collaborative moments that celebrate wrestling’s unity despite competitive formats.
