WWE Tag Team Champions return to their roots in Cleveland
Summary
– Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa surprised fans at AIW’s Against the World event.
– Gargano, a long-time AIW favorite, returned to his roots, bringing along his WWE tag partner.
– The duo are set to defend their WWE Tag Team Championships against The Bloodline’s Jacob Fatu and Tama Tonga on WWE SmackDown.
WWE’s reigning Tag Team Champions, Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa, made a surprise appearance at AIW’s Against the World event in Cleveland, Ohio, on August 1st. Gargano, a staple of AIW since 2005, took the opportunity to revisit where his career began, accompanied by his tag team partner, Ciampa. The visit was not just nostalgic but also a celebration, as AIW welcomed back one of its own in a grand fashion.
This appearance comes as the duo prepares for a high-stakes match against The Bloodline’s Jacob Fatu and Tama Tonga on WWE SmackDown. The unexpected stop at AIW has added another layer of excitement to their championship defense as they bask in the adoration of the AIW faithful.
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