‘How About…AJ Lee?’ — AJ Styles and Dragon Lee’s Hilarious Exchange After RAW Tag Title Win Goes Viral 

LOS ANGELES — WWE fans got more than just a thrilling tag team victory on Monday Night RAW this week — they got one of the funniest backstage moments of the year.

After their triumphant win capturing the WWE Tag Team Championships, AJ Styles and Dragon Lee were caught in a lighthearted post-show interview trying (and failing) to come up with a name for their brand-new partnership. What started as a simple brainstorming session turned into a viral comedy moment that had both the Superstars — and the WWE Universe — cracking up.

“Dragon Lee: How about… AJ Lee?”
“AJ Styles: No, I don’t like that one… and I think somebody already has that one.”

Within minutes, the clip exploded across social media, racking up hundreds of thousands of views on X (formerly Twitter), YouTube, and TikTok, as fans praised the duo’s chemistry both inside and outside the ring.

The Unlikely Duo That Clicked Instantly

The pairing of AJ Styles — a 27-year ring veteran and one of the most technically gifted performers in wrestling history — with the high-flying sensation Dragon Lee was unexpected, to say the least.

When WWE officials first teased the team-up, fans were curious whether their styles (pun intended) would blend. Styles is known for his precision and psychology; Dragon Lee for his lightning speed and Lucha Libre flair.

But on RAW, the unlikely duo proved that sometimes, opposites don’t just attract — they dominate. Their chemistry was undeniable from the opening bell, culminating in a decisive victory that earned them the Tag Team gold.

“You can’t fake chemistry,” said one WWE commentator. “Styles and Lee might come from different worlds, but in the ring, they move like they’ve been tagging for years.”

After their win, the celebration backstage wasn’t about strategy — it was about laughter.

The Viral Moment Everyone’s Talking About

In the backstage interview posted on WWE’s official YouTube channel, AJ and Dragon Lee were still buzzing from their victory when the reporter asked the question every new tag team gets: “Do you two have a team name yet?”

That’s when the comedy gold began.

Dragon Lee, with his usual playful grin, looked at AJ and said, “How about… AJ Lee?” — a clever play on combining their names but also, of course, a reference to former WWE superstar AJ Lee, who happens to be the real-life wife of CM Punk.

The instant realization hit AJ Styles like a steel chair. His reaction? A mix of amusement and awkward laughter.

“No, no, no — I don’t like that one,” he chuckled, shaking his head. “And… I think somebody already has that one.”

The reporter burst out laughing, Dragon Lee covered his face in embarrassment, and the clip ended with Styles joking, “We’re not trying to start any drama here!”

Fans online instantly turned the exchange into memes and reaction clips.

One fan tweeted, “AJ Lee trending again — and she didn’t even show up!”
Another joked, “Somewhere CM Punk just looked up from his coffee like, ‘Wait… what did they say?’”

From Laughter to Legacy

While the exchange was undeniably funny, it also showcased something deeper — the natural connection between two stars from completely different wrestling cultures.

AJ Styles, a Georgia-born veteran known for his calm intensity, and Dragon Lee, a fiery luchador from Mexico, have formed a bond that fans are quickly embracing. Their interactions backstage and on social media have a “big brother-little brother” energy that feels authentic and fun.

“AJ’s been so supportive,” Dragon Lee said later in a WWE Digital Exclusive. “He gives me advice, he teaches me, and he also jokes a lot. He makes me feel comfortable.”

Styles, ever the humble mentor, responded with equal warmth:

“Dragon’s incredible. The kid’s fearless. If he wants to joke around, that’s fine — but when the bell rings, he’s all business. That’s why I love tagging with him.”

Their rapport has quickly made them fan favorites — and the viral moment only cemented that.

The Internet Reacts

Social media lit up immediately after the clip aired. Within hours, “AJ Lee” was trending worldwide — not because of a return to WWE, but because of a name joke gone hilariously wrong.

On TikTok, fans edited the clip with laugh tracks, mock intros, and even fake “team logo” graphics reading “The AJ Lees” with pink hearts and coffee cups (a playful nod to the real AJ Lee’s persona).

“This is the best thing to happen on RAW in months,” one fan commented. “Pure comedy and charisma.”
Another wrote, “AJ Styles hasn’t laughed like that since The OC did their parody segments.”

Even WWE superstars joined in on the fun.

• Bayley tweeted: “I vote for AJ Lee. Iconic name 😂.”
• Sami Zayn replied: “Respectfully, I think AJ Styles made the right call on this one.”
• WWE’s official account chimed in: “We promise this team name is still pending approval.”

The hilarious exchange became a highlight reel moment that perfectly blended humor, nostalgia, and personality — something the modern wrestling audience thrives on.

Fans Already Picking Favorites

While the tag team name is still undecided, fans are already suggesting their own options online.
Some of the most popular submissions include:

• “The Phenomenal Dragons” 🐉
• “Styles & Speed” ⚡
• “Aerial Phenoms”
• “The Flying Styles”

WWE insiders hinted that the company plans to let the duo play into the joke on next week’s RAW, possibly running a short comedy segment where fans can vote on the team name.

“It’s entertainment gold,” a WWE producer said off-record. “They’ve got great chemistry, and this kind of humor helps fans connect with them even more.”

Why It Worked

What makes this moment so memorable isn’t just the joke — it’s the genuine chemistry between the two Superstars. In a world often dominated by scripted promos, AJ and Dragon Lee’s exchange felt natural, spontaneous, and real.

Their dynamic — a mix of AJ’s dry humor and Dragon’s playful innocence — reminded fans of classic WWE duos like Edge & Christian or The Rock & Sock Connection: skilled athletes who could wrestle and entertain in equal measure.

“It’s rare to see this kind of authenticity,” said Pro Wrestling Illustrated columnist Mike Johnson. “Moments like these remind us why fans love WWE — it’s not just about the titles, it’s about personality.”

A Tag Team to Watch

As for what’s next, AJ Styles and Dragon Lee will defend their new titles in upcoming weeks, but for now, they’re enjoying the ride — and the laughs.

“We might not have a name yet,” AJ said after the show, “but whatever it is, it won’t be AJ Lee.”

Dragon Lee burst out laughing again:

“Okay, okay… lesson learned!”

It’s moments like this — pure, funny, and unscripted — that remind fans why they fell in love with WWE in the first place.

And as one fan perfectly put it online:

“Two champions, one hilarious misunderstanding — and a new tag team the WWE Universe can’t get enough of.”