In a rare look into the inner workings of All Elite Wrestling (AEW), executive and in-ring talent Rocky Romero has shared behind-the-scenes insights into the decision-making process behind a top star’s recent storyline. The revelations provide a unique perspective on the collaborative approach taken by AEW’s executive team, led by Tony Khan, and the influential role played by The Young Bucks, the promotion’s Executive Vice Presidents.
At the center of the story is Jack Perry, the 26-year-old wrestler who recently aligned himself with The Young Bucks and Kazuchika Okada, forming the dominant faction known as The New Elite. Perry’s journey to this point is a fascinating one, marked by a lengthy suspension following the infamous All In incident with CM Punk last August. His return to AEW last month, with a new attitude and look, has cemented his status as a popular heel.
Romero, who works as an executive and in-ring talent for both AEW and New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), has provided a candid account of how Perry’s stint in NJPW came to be. According to Romero, the decision was a collaborative effort, involving The Young Bucks, Perry himself, and other key stakeholders. The group of five worked together to decide on Perry’s trajectory, which ultimately led to his successful return to AEW.
Romero’s comments also shed light on the savvy marketing strategies employed by AEW. The promotion’s decision to air footage of the All In incident the same week as Perry’s Windy City Riot match in Chicago, CM Punk’s hometown, was a deliberate move to create buzz around Perry’s return. The plan worked, with the crowd reaction to Perry’s match against Shota Umino going viral.
Looking ahead, AEW fans have much to look forward to, with Perry set to feature in the highly anticipated Anarchy In The Arena match at Double Or Nothing later this month. The event will see Perry team with The Young Bucks and Kazuchika Okada to take on Bryan Danielson, Eddie Kingston, Dax Harwood, and Cash Wheeler.
This weekend, fans can catch the action unfold on Collision, airing live from Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, followed by Saturday Rampage at 10 p.m. ET on TBS. The main event of Collision promises to be a thrilling encounter, with Adam Copeland defending his TNT Championship against Kyle O’Reilly. With other exciting matches announced, including Bryan Danielson and Claudio Castagnoli vs. Top Flight, and Dax Harwood vs. “The Dynamite Kid” Tommy Billington, AEW fans are in for a treat.
