IShowSpeed has built much of his online identity around his admiration for Cristiano Ronaldo, regularly referencing the Portuguese star across his streams and appearances.
That passion was evident when the streamer stepped into a WWE match for the first time last Saturday.
WrestleMania 42 provided the stage, and Speed ensured his trademark Ronaldo tribute was part of the spectacle, combining entertainment with a moment that quickly drew attention.
IShowSpeed channels Cristiano Ronaldo before WrestleMania moment
Speed featured as part of Logan Paul’s team in a six-man tag match, with Austin Theory completing the trio at WrestleMania 42.
They faced The Usos and The Megastar but ended up on the losing side, with the match slipping away despite their efforts.
After the bout, tensions escalated as Paul struck Speed, a moment that even their opponents did not ignore.
They instead helped Speed respond, setting him up to deliver an “IShowSplash” to Paul. Before leaping, Speed climbed the turnbuckle and performed Ronaldo’s iconic “SIU” celebration, which echoed across Allegiant Stadium.
WWE commitments kept IShowSpeed from Sidemen Charity Match
Speed’s WWE involvement came at a cost elsewhere.
Both he and Paul were unable to feature in the Sidemen Charity Match at Wembley on the same day because of to their commitments.
The event included major streaming figures such as xQc, Marlon and KSI, drawing significant attention online.
Speed’s absence was particularly notable, given that his football appearances often going viral.
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