WWE has a knack for recreating iconic segments and storylines that have left a lasting impact on fans. A few weeks ago on RAW, we witnessed Seth Rollins and Rhea Ripley reviving a classic Shawn Michaels and Melina segment from over a decade ago. Now, history repeated itself as NXT delivers another nostalgic moment by paying homage to Stone Cold Steve Austin and Booker T‘s epic ‘supermarket segment’ from 2001.
Two NXT wrestlers reignite history in a supermarket brawl
Roxanne Perez and Blair Davenport have been in a heated feud for some time. Roxanne Perez was attacked by a mysterious woman on NXT after she lost in the NXT Women’s Championship tournament. The mystery attacker was revealed to be Davenport.
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Their rivalry escalated to new heights on NXT. Former NXT Women’s Champion, Roxanne Perez, unleashed her ruthless side, subjecting Blair Davenport to a brutal attack amidst the grocery aisles, sending her crashing through dining chairs and tables. As the clip of this intense supermarket showdown went viral, fans couldn’t help but be reminded of the iconic moment between Stone Cold Steve Austin and Booker T all those years ago.
Roxanne and Blair Davenport brawl in a gas station brought me back man…. #WWENXT pic.twitter.com/DrJhTvGIFt
— CrispyWrestling (@CrispyWrestle) July 26, 2023
The legendary skit between Austin and Booker T occurred during an episode of SmackDown, following the conclusion of the invasion angle.
In the midst of their heated feud, Booker T sought refuge in a local supermarket, believing it was the one place he could escape the wrath of Austin.
Fans react to NXT’s nostalgic throwback
Social media erupted with excitement as fans shared their exhilaration about the homage paid to the Austin-Booker T supermarket encounter. Some fans playfully suggested that Booker T might have orchestrated the entire tribute.
Booker was definitely behind this segment
— ☠️💀JC2000💀☠️ (@JC_CHILL_) July 26, 2023
The reference to “Booker Was Definitely Behind This” echoed among tweets, alluding to the crafty nature of the former WWE superstar.
Yeah I’m sure book had something to do with this segment with his history with Roxanne
— spideymrw (@spideymrw) July 26, 2023
You and me both. I wonder if @BookerT5x was having flashbacks when he saw that segment last night on @WWENXT
— Steve Bowden (@bizkit244) July 26, 2023
Twitter was abuzz with reactions, celebrating the recreation of this iconic wrestling moment. The segment served as a delightful callback to the golden era of pro wrestling.
Hell yeh dope segment
— Jaquan🤟🏾 (@_QUAN_X) July 26, 2023
It demonstrated how these timeless classics continue to captivate fans, even in a modern wrestling landscape.
Roxanne learning from her mentor.
— Jason-Damage CTRL & Roxanne Perez fan. Snakebit10 (@thesnakebit10PS) July 26, 2023
NXT’s blend of past and present wrestling highlights classic moments, such as the supermarket brawl between Roxanne Perez and Blair Davenport.
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That Stone Cold and Booker T scene was iconic
— Zack (@ItsZacknight) July 26, 2023
This nostalgic throwback brings back memories of the legendary Austin and Booker T encounter for many fans.
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What do you thought of the supermarket segment between Roxanne Perez and Blair Davenport?