“WWE NXT” Women’s Champion Roxanne Perez shared when she had the realization that WWE had significant plans for her within the promotion.
At just 22 years old, Perez has emerged as one of the most promising talents in professional wrestling and has shown substantial growth during her two-year tenure with WWE. She recently discussed her rapid ascent and how her initial reign as the “NXT” Women’s Champion confirmed her position within WWE.
“I believe it all began when they crowned me the ‘NXT’ Women’s Champion for the first time,” Perez mentioned about the moment she felt trusted by WWE. “That, to me, was the defining factor that validated every effort I had made to reach this point.”
Perez, a protege of WWE Hall of Famer and “NXT” commentator Booker T, held the “NXT” Women’s title for a period exceeding 100 days following her victory over Mandy Rose. She emphasized her primary aspiration to be part of WWE and expressed gratitude for the confidence WWE and “NXT” creative head Shawn Michaels have shown in her.
She pointed out that she has already participated in two Royal Rumbles since becoming a WWE star, attributing this success to the unwavering dedication she has displayed since the age of 13. The former ROH Women’s World Champion is presently in her second reign as the “NXT” Women’s Champion, a title she reclaimed earlier this year at Stand & Deliver by defeating Lyra Valkyria.
