In a candid revelation, TNA star Ash By Elegance recently opened up about a surprising commentary slip-up that occurred during her unexpected appearance at WWE NXT Battleground.
The electrifying moment unfolded on the May 28th episode of NXT when TNA Knockouts Champion Jordynne Grace stunned audiences with a surprise appearance, setting the stage for an epic showdown against Roxanne Perez for the NXT Women’s Championship at Battleground on June 9th.
The highly anticipated match between Grace and Perez delivered intense action, punctuated by an unfortunate injury suffered by Grace early on when her earring was forcefully ripped from her ear. As the match reached its climax, the arrival of the title-focused Tatum Paxley threatened to disrupt the proceedings. However, a timely intervention from Ash By Elegance, formerly known as Dana Brooke in WWE, turned the tide, enabling Perez to secure victory and retain her coveted title with a devastating finishing move, the Pop Rox.
Reflecting on her surprise return to the NXT arena, Ash shared insights into the whirlwind nature of the experience during a recent interview with ComicBook. Recounting the spontaneous turn of events, she revealed the impromptu nature of her involvement, highlighting the rush of excitement and anticipation that accompanied her last-minute invitation to join forces with TNA and NXT.
Describing the clandestine preparations leading up to her NXT appearance, Ash disclosed how she maintained a low profile, shrouded in secrecy to preserve the element of surprise. Adorned with a hat, hoodie, and sunglasses, she remained incognito, ensuring her identity remained concealed until the opportune moment for her dramatic entrance.
Despite the meticulously planned secrecy surrounding her NXT comeback, Ash found herself at the center of an unexpected commentary blunder during the broadcast. When announcer Vic Joseph nearly referred to her by her former WWE alias, Dana Brooke, exclaiming, “That’s Dana… that’s TNA star Ash by Elegance!” Ash addressed the slip-up with grace, expressing her belief that it was an inadvertent mistake stemming from her extensive tenure with WWE, spanning over a decade before her release in September 2023.
“To be honest with you, I think it’s a slip,” Ash remarked candidly, acknowledging the longstanding association between her former persona, Dana Brooke, and her current identity as Ash By Elegance. Despite the momentary confusion, Ash embraced the dual recognition, noting the global trend sparked by both her WWE and TNA personas, Ash By Elegance and Dana Brooke, respectively.
As Ash By Elegance continues to carve her path in the world of professional wrestling, her resilience, versatility, and enduring legacy serve as a testament to her unwavering commitment to the sport she loves.