Former AEW Top Stars Are Reportedly Close to Returning to WWE
Wrestling Observer Newsletter reports WWE creative team actively developing storylines for potential Miro and Malakai Black returns, with CJ Perry's involvement uncertain.
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Wrestling Observer Newsletter reports WWE creative team actively developing storylines for potential Miro and Malakai Black returns, with CJ Perry's involvement uncertain.
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