Jeff Cobb broke the silence after making his impactful WWE debut on May 10, 2025 at the Backlash Premium Live event. After weeks of speculation after his New Japan Pro Wrestling departure, the Powerhouse officially arrived and soon collaborated with Solosikoa by attacking Lanites during the US Championship match.
Before Backlash, Cobb playfully bullied his retirement on social media despite reports of WWE contract consultations. The former never made the openweight champions appear in the end in St. Louis, and felt his presence. Cobb, who took X after his debut, referenced his previous retirement bullying.
“Thank you! I’m glad you beat retirement. From Muscle Beach to STL, it’s time to be STL with Nick in Time!!!” This hinted at a video he shared from Muscle Beach before the event.
thank you! I’m glad I said I beat retirement and I made it from Muscle Beach at Nick in Time to STL, yeah!!! https://t.co/lp9wmm5ea4
– Jeff Cobb (@RealJeffCobb) May 11, 2025
Cobb’s interference was a major factor in Jacob Fatu’s holdings of the US title. His arrival adds a new presence to the WWE roster, bringing his strength and experience from the NJPW.
