Chad Gable Returns to WWE Raw with New Theme Amid Mixed Fan Reaction

Chad Gable, performing as the Original El Grande Americano, lost a high‑profile mask‑vs‑mask bout on May 30, resulting in an emotional unmasking in front of his family. After the defeat, he apologized to several luchadors, including Penta, Rey Fenix, Rey Mysterio and Dragon Lee.

Gable made his Raw comeback in Baltimore, defeating Rusev in his first WWE match under his original gimmick since June 2025. The bout was notable for his return to the ring after the mask loss and for the involvement of Rey Mysterio and Dragon Lee, who rescued him from a post‑match assault.

The evening also introduced a new entrance theme for Gable. Fans reacted strongly: one viewer wrote, “I love the new Chad Gable theme – it feels like a real American hero,” while another criticized it as “AI slop” and asked, “What the hell is that Chad Gable theme?”

Gable’s recent storyline, including apologies to fellow wrestlers and the new music cue, suggests WWE is positioning him for a more prominent role moving forward.