Lio Rush went through a lot during his time away from the WWE spotlight, but he made a very big return to the company and is now holding a title in NXT. He also did so by paying tribute to a legend.

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Dave Meltzer said during Wrestling Observer Radio that the frog splash was intended to be a nod to Eddie Guerrero on what would have been his 52nd birthday. It will also be a move that Lio Rush will continue using from this point on.

“The frog splash was for Guerrero again, although that is gonna be his finisher anyway, but he did — and they all mentioned Guerrero at the finish so it was very clear what that one was designed for.”

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Joey Janela and Kenny Omega paid homage to Eddie Guerrero during their dark match after AEW: Dynamite as well. When Janela hit a frog splash through a table, the crowd started “Eddie” chants.

Lio Rush is now NXT Cruiserweight Champion and it was a big moment for his career. It looks like he will be carrying on the legacy of Latino Heat as he goes on as well which is an amazing legacy carry.

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