In late May of 2016, MMG rapper Wale teased a never-before-seen Asics sneaker via Snapchat. While details behind the sneakers were minimal, it was reported back then that the shoes were themed after one of WWE’s most prestigious belts, the Intercontinental Championship. Today, sneakerheads and fans of the “My P.Y.T.” rapper get the latest details behind the release of the collaborative shoe with Villa.

The Wale x Villa Asics Gel Lyte III "IC Champion" is an all-gold silhouette themed after the pretigious belt held by WWE legends like Bret “The Hitman” Heart, Shawn Michaels, Rey Mysterio and more. Detailed by hits of bright blue and black, the sneakers appealing look resembles the current WWE IC title. Set to release on Thursday, July 21, Wale's forthcoming silhouette is already starting to build a buzz among the sneaker community and wrestling aficionados.

Wale's upcoming collaboration with Asics and Villa will mark the second collab between all three entities. Stay tuned with XXL to find out more details behind the release of the “IC Championship” sneakers and check out for now Villa's video promo for the shoe below.

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