Santos Escobar announces new ring name Romeo Malverde

Wrestler Santos Escobar has announced he will adopt the new ring name Romeo Malverde. In an interview, Escobar explained that the persona is an underdog character inspired by his recent personal and physical challenges. He noted that ‘Romeo’ reflects his background as a trained actor, while ‘Malverde’ is a name with significant weight, drawing comparisons to a Robin Hood-style figure who overcomes adversity.

In other WWE news, SmackDown is scheduled to feature segments involving CM Punk, Kevin Owens, and Cody Rhodes. Additionally, TKO has become a shareholder in DAZN following the acquisition of Everpass Media, an entity that holds rights to NFL Sunday Ticket and various sports broadcasts.