After a five-year hiatus, Rusev (now known as Miro) made a shocking return to WWE on the April 21, 2025, episode of RAW. He interrupted a segment involving Alpha Academy, attacking Otis and Maxxine Dupri. This marks his first appearance since 2020, following his release from WWE and subsequent tenure in AEW. Reports suggest that Rusev has re-signed with WWE, fueling speculation about his future role in the company.
💍 Reunion with CJ Perry (Lana)
In early 2025, Rusev and CJ Perry, formerly known as Lana in WWE, reportedly rekindled their relationship. The couple, who had separated in late 2023, are said to have renewed their vows in a private ceremony SportsInfo. Perry has also hinted at a potential return to WWE, expressing interest in a non-wrestling role, such as hosting or interviewing, especially with WWE’s programming moving to Netflix.
🎤 Rusev Day’s Potential Revival
Fans are speculating about the return of “Rusev Day,” the popular catchphrase and fan chant associated with Rusev’s previous WWE run. CJ Perry has expressed confidence that “Rusev Day will never die,” suggesting that it could make a comeback in WWE at some point.
Rusev’s return to WWE and his reunion with CJ Perry have generated significant excitement among fans. With WWE’s programming moving to Netflix and potential plans for “Rusev Day” to make a comeback, the future looks promising for the duo.
