Surprise Appearance by Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa Shakes Up AIW Event

WWE’s dynamic duo, Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa, known collectively as the reigning WWE Tag Team Champions, made an appearance at AIW’s “Against The World” event in Cleveland, OH on August 1st

Gargano, an AIW stalwart since 2005, returned to his roots where he not only competed but also helped with training up-and-coming wrestlers before making his big leap to WWE in 2016. The surprise wasn’t just a trip down memory lane; it was a full-blown celebration as AIW welcomed back one of its own in grand style.

As Gargano and Ciampa soak in the adoration back where it all began, they’re not resting on their laurels. They are set to defend their WWE Tag Team Championships against The Bloodline’s Jacob Fatu and Tama Tonga this coming Friday on WWE SmackDown.

With their surprise AIW appearance setting the stage, the tag champs are riding high into what promises to be a blockbuster showdown.

As they gear up to defend their WWE Tag Team Championships against The Bloodline’s Jacob Fatu and Tama Tonga this Friday on WWE SmackDown, what impact do you think their AIW appearance will have on their upcoming match? How do you feel about seeing the reigning champs revisit their origins? Share your thoughts in the comments below!