Ex-WWE Champion Makes Surprise Return to Indie Scene After 5 Years

The Bruiserweight made his presence felt in a major way as Pete Dunne stunned the Irish wrestling scene with an unadvertised return to OTT Wrestling.

Dublin’s Homecoming event on March 22 played host to Dunne’s shocking comeback, his first appearance for the promotion in five years.

The former NXT UK Champion left the crowd buzzing with a special entrance that paid homage to WWE legend Triple H’s iconic water spit.

Fans in attendance popped huge for both the surprise appearance and the tribute to The Game, creating an electric atmosphere inside the venue.

Dunne’s rare indie circuit outing serves as a reminder of his deep roots in European wrestling before his WWE run began.

As independent promotions continue seeking ways to create memorable moments, Dunne’s return demonstrates how the element of surprise remains one of wrestling’s most powerful tools to captivate audiences.