Sheamus Sends Stern Warning to Rusev After WWE RAW
Sheamus intervened after Rusev assaulted Akira Tozawa on WWE RAW, later posting a message on social media.
Miroslav Petrov Barnyashev (Bulgarian: Мирослав Петров Барняшев, [miroˈslɑf pɛˈtrɔf bɑrˈnjɑʃɛf]; born December 25, 1985) is a Bulgarian professional wrestler. He is signed to WWE, where he performs on the Raw brand under the ring name Rusev. He is also known for his time in All Elite Wrestling (AEW) from 2020 to 2025, under the ring name Miro.
In 2010, Barnyashev signed a contract with WWE and was assigned to its developmental territory Florida Championship Wrestling (FCW), which was rebranded as NXT in 2012. He performed on NXT until 2014, when he and his manager Lana were moved to WWE's main roster. During his initial tenure in WWE, he was a three-time WWE United States Champion. He was released by WWE in April 2020, and debuted in AEW in September of that year, winning the AEW TNT Championship. He departed AEW in February 2025, returning to WWE that April.
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Sheamus intervened after Rusev assaulted Akira Tozawa on WWE RAW, later posting a message on social media.
Following their respective returns and new contracts, Rusev and Sheamus are subjects of a PWInsider report indicating a future feud on WWE RAW.
WWE RAW on May 26 to feature a Triple Threat Tag Title match, Akira Tozawa vs. Rusev, and the start of men’s Money in the Bank qualifiers.
Sheamus was seen encouraging Akira Tozawa against Rusev on WWE RAW, leading to theories about a potential future program between the two former allies.
Rusev addressed his WWE comeback and recent aggressive actions in a video promo on WWE RAW, stating he feels “programmed” and has a mission.
Wrestling veteran Vince Russo highlights a missed opportunity in Rusev’s return storyline, questioning WWE’s lack of buildup for his match with Otis.
Following his return, a new Rusev vignette on Raw detailed his redemption and mission to “fix” opponents.
Rusev attacked Otis and Akira Tozawa on RAW and stated that he intends to conquer everything that belongs to him.
Rusev made his WWE return after five years, attacking Alpha Academy and establishing himself as a heel on Raw in Las Vegas.
Rusev confirmed to appear on first Netflix RAW after WrestleMania 41, returning to WWE after time in AEW with a new character direction.
Lana secures WWE Legend deal for promotional work while husband Rusev prepares for in-ring comeback, according to PWInsider.
Reports suggest WWE has interest in bringing back Miro (formerly Rusev), with a potential deal expected toward the end of 2025.
SmackDown featured a cryptic vignette with the number 4 against a smoke-filled black background, fueling speculation about Malakai Black potentially joining The Wyatt Sicks.
Dominik Mysterio dismisses fan suggestion of former AEW star Malakai Black joining Judgment Day amid JD McDonagh’s injury, while WWE discusses potential plans for Black’s return.
During a Busted Open Radio appearance, Nic Nemeth shares behind-the-scenes details about filming romantic scenes with CJ Perry while Miro was present.
