The surprises kept coming at WWE x AAA Worlds Collide, but few carried the same weight of nostalgia and respect as the appearance of Puerto Rican wrestling icon Savio Vega.
Following Santos Escobars six-man tag team victory alongside Angel and Berto over AAAs El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr., Pagano, and Psycho Clown, cameras cut to a familiar face in the crowdSavio Vega seated prominently at ringside.
What made the moment even more interesting? Seated right next to him was WWE World Heavyweight Champion Damian Priest.
The two Puerto Rican stars shared the screen for several seconds, and commentary subtly acknowledged the moment without drawing too much attentionleaving fans to soak in what felt like a passing of the torch between generations. For longtime fans, seeing Vegawhos been involved in various WWE moments dating back to the 1990ssitting next to a current top champion made for a powerful visual.
Savio Vega has remained close to the WWE family, even appearing during the Puerto Rico-based Backlash event in 2023. His connection to Latin American wrestling culture and influence across both WWE and AAA makes his presence at Worlds Collide especially meaningful, particularly on a night celebrating cross-promotional history.
With the crowd loud after Escobars win and the cameras locking in on Vega, it was clear this wasnt a random cameo. WWE sent a quiet but clear messageicons like Savio still matter, and their presence rings loud when the spotlight hits the intersection of legacy and future.
Do you think WWE has plans for Savio Vega going forwardor was this just a respectful nod during a night of cultural celebration? Let us know in the comments below.
