The entire pro wrestling world was startled when a former WWE superstar made her AEW debut last week. Since several WWE veterans have already joined Tony Khan’s company, it is nothing new. Additionally, after the debut of many ex-WWE legends, fans have seen them attacking Vince McMahon or the WWE, and the same thing occurred on the most recent AEW Dynamite.
The newest AEW superstar Saraya, better known as Paige, debuted during the most recent AEW Dynamite event. This was the former NXT champion’s first time speaking to AEW supporters. However, she did get people’s attention right away after her first promo, since she took a shot at Mr. McMahon.
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Considering that she had a significant stint on WWE and dominated the roster during her tenure. Numerous WWE fans found the comments to be not acceptable. As a result, they had an angry reaction to her promo.
Fans reacted negatively to Saraya’s jab against Vince McMahon
A furious fan claims Vince McMahon and WWE are responsible for Saraya’s stardom.
I’m done with Saraya or Paige whatever the hell, how dare she shade WWE on aew. People wouldn’t know her if it wasn’t for WWE and Vince McMahon. SMH. So disappointed. #Notyourhouse #nevermeetyourheros
— Manny (@manny_g_erasmo) September 29, 2022
Meanwhile, one claims that Saraya will get injured one again if she fought against Tay Melo or Botch Baker.
“A boss that finally listens to me.”
Oh yeah Saraya/Paige it’s not like Vince McMahon made you the first ever NXT women’s champion or a Divas champion.
One match with Tay Melo or Botch Baker and there goes your neck again.#AEWDynamite
— Gabe G (@TheRealGabeG) September 29, 2022
Saraya’s dig tonight didn’t even make any sense to one fan.
Saraya’s dig tonight didn’t even make any sense. Girl, you were on here thanking Vince two months ago 🗿 It got such a lukewarm pop too, we’re all tired of it now.
— ✿MAYA✿ (@8Bitez) September 29, 2022
you mean it’s nice to have a boss that doesn’t give a shit about your health??? fuck vince, but at least he was smart enough to save you from yourself if you’re serious about performing in the ring again #aew #aewdynamite pic.twitter.com/N8picu0Euo
— touch grass (@cheifstribal) September 29, 2022
Notwithstanding Saraya’s statement, according to one user, she received the full backing of WWE for years despite having a ton of personal issues.
Saraya had the full support of WWE for years while she had tons of personal problems, and was paid for literally nothing for the last few years of her contract. But, because she has to, she throws shade even though anyone that follows wrestling knows how dishonest that was.
— Jon Draper (@iamjondraper) September 29, 2022
“It’s just cheap heat,” says one fan.
It’s just cheap heat. The ex WWE guys in AEW do it all the time bc they aren’t creative enough to get original shit over. JAS being a prime example.
— Ian Moore (@Topanga4Life) September 29, 2022
A fan lists the elements of the AEW’s starter package.
AEW STARTER PACKAGE
*Suprise Entry
*BASH WWE
*Attend talk is jerico
*Chat with Renee's Podcast
*Curse more
*Join a faction
*Pay no attention to character building
*Wing your promos
*Curse curse and curse away.
— Mr COAChiTO (@MrCoachito) September 29, 2022
Meanwhile, a user asserts that criticizing WWE is trendy.
She was just trying to be cool.. it’s cool to hate on WWE
— Insomniac “Jay” Yeti 🐇 (@JayIAJT) September 29, 2022
She was lucky WWE kept her so long after the end of her wrestling career and tried to find things to do with her. More talented people probably WISH they had it that good
— King Lobo (@WerewolfTitan) September 29, 2022
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Although her remarks on McMahon upset many WWE fans. On the other hand, AEW fans are excited about her debut. Meanwhile, the ring rust will surely fade over the next several weeks, and it will be intriguing to see if she can recreate the magic she possessed when competing for the WWE.
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