Asuka Praises British Rock, Reveals Her Ideal Iron Maiden Theme

The WWE roster is currently on a tour of the United Kingdom, performing for packed arenas of passionate WWE fans ahead of this Sunday's massive premium live event, Clash in Paris. When superstars travel the globe, they often take a moment to soak in the local culture, and former multi-time champion Asuka is no exception.

Known for her vibrant personality and devastating in-ring style, Asuka took to social media to share her deep appreciation for Britain. In her post, she specifically highlighted the nation's incredible and historic contributions to rock and roll music, listing a who's who of legendary bands that have influenced her.

A Love Letter to Britain

In a tweet to her followers, Asuka expressed a profound fondness for the country, citing its music scene as a primary reason. "I absolutely adore Britain. The music alone — Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, The Rolling Stones, Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Queen, Deep Purple, King Crimson, Cream, The Police, Free — just to name a few," she wrote.

She also noted her diverse interests beyond music. "I’m so fond of them that their songs often find their way onto my Instagram. And then, of course, there’s the St Andrews Golf Club and the Silverstone Circuit. Britain truly has it all."

Rocking Her Entrance

Asuka's post quickly drew engagement from fans, with many wanting to know more about her musical tastes. One fan asked, "If you could come out to an Iron Maiden song as your entrance what would it be?" Asuka had a definitive one-word answer: "The Trooper."

Another user praised her choices, asking, "how u can have so perfect taste?" In her typically confident fashion, Asuka simply replied, "That’s because I know the essence".

A True Rock Fan

Asuka's fandom is not a recent development. WWE fans have long known about her appreciation for the rock and metal genres. Her current dynamic entrance music in WWE is heavily inspired by the classic King Crimson song "21st Century Schizoid Man," further cementing her status as a genuine aficionado of the genre. As Asuka and the rest of the roster finish their UK tour, all eyes will soon be on the upcoming spectacular in France, Clash in Paris.

Clash in Paris Full Card and Streaming Info

This Sunday's WWE Clash In Paris will be the final PLE to stream on Peacock in the United States. Beginning with September's WrestlePalooza, all WWE PLEs will air exclusively on ESPN.

The full card for Clash in Paris on August 31, 2025, is as follows:

World Championship: Seth Rollins defends against Jey Uso, LA Knight, and CM Punk
John Cena vs. Logan Paul
Roman Reigns vs. Bronson Reed
Good ‘Ol Fashioned Donnybrook match: Sheamus vs. Rusev
WWE Women’s Intercontinental Champion Becky Lynch defends against Nikki Bella

Best Performances in WrestleMania History

Every year at WrestleMania, the pomp and pageantry are just as important as the in-ring action. Over the decades, some truly unforgettable musical performances have helped set the tone for legendary entrances. Whether it's a hard-hitting metal riff, a surprise hip-hop cameo, or a full-blown stage production, these moments helped define the vibe of The Showcase of the Immortals. Here are some of the best live entrance theme performances in WrestleMania history:

Gallery Credit: Robert Pasbani

10 Infamous Receipts in Pro Wrestling History

In pro wrestling, a "receipt" is an ass-kicking that you brought upon yourself. It comes from the cardinal rule of the business -- always take care of your opponent. If you fail to do that, the repercussions will fall squarely on your head (often via chair shot).

The Undertaker recently explained the purpose of giving receipts in wrestling. "I'm pretty patient [when it comes to giving a receipt]. It all depends on intent," the Deadman said. "Some guys just work very snug. I pride myself on my punches. I feel like I can make it look like I can take your head off and not touch you. Every once in a while one gets away from me... I'd much rather it be there than it miss. It ain't ballet."

But not all receipts come after a stiff shot gets away. Sometimes a performer delivers a receipt to protect themselves from an unsafe worker, like when Taker had to shut down Giant Gonzalez at Wrestlemania IX. "[Gonzalez] cracks me right across the back of my neck, and then once I get back the feeling in my little fingers... I flipped," Taker recalled on his podcast. "I turned around and just started wailing on him."

Let's go back to classic WWE, the old territories, and even a battle between monsters in Japan. Here are 10 of the most infamous receipts in pro wrestling history.

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Asuka Praises British Rock, Reveals Her Ideal Iron Maiden Entrance Theme