Erik

Biography

Erik, born Raymond Rowe on August 21, 1984, in Cleveland, Ohio, is a professional wrestler currently signed with WWE. Rowe has had a varied career in professional wrestling, including notable runs in the independent circuit before signing with WWE.

Other Wrestlers Names

Before adopting the ring name Erik in WWE, he wrestled under his real name, Raymond Rowe, on the independent circuit and during his initial time in WWE’s developmental brand, NXT.

Information and Statistics

Erik stands at 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 meters) tall and weighs approximately 247 lbs (112 kg). He’s known for his raw strength, hard-hitting style, and impressive agility for his size.

Titles Won

Erik has won several titles throughout his career, including the Ring of Honor World Tag Team Championship alongside his long-time tag team partner, Ivar, known collectively as War Machine. In WWE, as part of the Viking Raiders (formerly known as War Raiders in NXT), he and Ivar won the NXT Tag Team Championships and the Raw Tag Team Championships.

Biggest Matches

One of Erik’s most significant matches is the Viking Raiders’ NXT Tag Team Championship victory against Undisputed Era at NXT TakeOver: Phoenix in January 2019. Another major match is their win for the Raw Tag Team Championships against Zack Ryder and Curt Hawkins in 2019.

Biggest Rivalries

Erik’s most notable rivalries have largely been in the tag team division, alongside Ivar. They’ve feuded with teams like The Undisputed Era in NXT and The Street Profits on Monday Night Raw.

Tag Team Partners

Erik is best known for his tag team partnership with Ivar, with whom he’s won numerous championships. They initially teamed up in Ring of Honor and New Japan Pro Wrestling as War Machine and later became the Viking Raiders in WWE.

Sponsorships

As with most WWE wrestlers, Erik doesn’t have individual sponsorships but is included in WWE’s promotional and marketing initiatives, which include action figures, video games, and apparel.

Career History

Erik began his wrestling career on the independent circuit, competing in various promotions such as Ring of Honor and New Japan Pro Wrestling. He signed with WWE in 2018 and has mainly competed in the tag team division alongside Ivar.

Career Evolution

Erik’s character has evolved from a hard-hitting brawler on the independent circuit to a Viking-inspired warrior in WWE, reflecting his real-life interest in Viking culture. His style has remained consistent, characterized by raw power and surprising agility.

Family Life

Erik is married to fellow professional wrestler Sarah Logan, who also performed in WWE. The two share a love for Viking culture, which was reflected in their Viking-themed wedding in 2018.

Finishing Move

Erik’s finishing move, when teaming with Ivar, is “The Viking Experience” – a high-impact combination of Erik’s powerslam and Ivar’s diving splash.

Clothing

In line with the Viking Raiders’ theme, Erik typically wears Viking-inspired ring gear, which includes faux fur, leather arm guards, and face paint.

Entrance Music

As part of the Viking Raiders, Erik’s entrance music in WWE is a track called “War” by def rebel. The track adds to their Viking-like persona with a powerful and commanding presence.
Keep in mind that professional wrestling is a dynamic industry, and the information here is accurate up to July 2023. Please refer to the most recent sources for updates on Erik’s career.