Rusev is setting the record straight about why he came back to WWE and it wasnt about unfinished business or nostalgia. It was about wrestling. After returning to WWE in May 2025, five years after being released during the pandemic-era cuts, Rusev has now opened up about what pushed him to make the jump back from AEW. And according to him, it came down to one simple thing: he missed the grind. Speaking on Insight with Chris Van Vliet, Rusev made it clear that he wanted to be in the ring consistently and against top-tier talent. Near the end of his AEW run, Rusev was off television for an extended period something he has admitted was difficult given how much he values staying active. He didnt shy away from describing how much he missed WWEs demanding schedule. Rusev even romanticized the physical toll of the road life. He also addressed lingering rumors from his AEW tenure, including speculation that he was reluctant to lose matches. Rusev has denied that narrative, and AEW President Tony Khan previously stated that the two simply had different visions of things. During the interview, Rusev pointed to one specific AEW match that he believes deserves more recognition his short but impactful bout with Fuego Del Sol on the first episode of AEW Rampage. Despite being booked as a squash, Rusev says he pushed for more. Now back in WWE and believing hes a better in-ring performer than during his first run, Rusev appears ready for high-profile matchups. A confrontation with Oba Femi on RAW has already teased what could be next, though WWE has yet to confirm Femis official brand placement. Rusev says he wanted more matches, more travel, and more grind and WWE was the place that could give it to him.Do you think Rusev made the right move returning to WWE? Please share your thoughts and feedback in the comment section below. G Add as a preferred source on Google
