Category: NXT

  • Spoiler On Superstar Return Expected For WWE NXT Deadline

    Spoiler On Superstar Return Expected For WWE NXT Deadline

    WWE NXT Deadline is scheduled exclusively for wrestlers from the NXT brand division and is set to occur on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at the Total Mortgage Arena in Bridgeport, Connecticut. We will have full coverage, and this article may contain a big spoiler for the show.

    CM Punk already teased an appearance at NXT Deadline tonight. We will have to see if the Second City Savior shows up, but he did make a remark about talking to Shawn Michaels before he makes his brand decision on the December 11th episode of WWE RAW.

    Fightful Select reports that a return was discussed for tonight’s show. Specifically, Cora Jade was planned to make an appearance after the Iron Survivor Women’s match as of this evening. 

    Cora Jade has been absent from NXT TV for several months, and it was reported that her titantron and music were both tested at the venue today. This will be exciting for fans who missed her on NXT television.

    During Cora Jade’s absence from NXT, she missed significant events, including Becky Lynch’s reign as NXT Women’s Champion and the Iron Survivor Challenge match. As she returns, Cora Jade aims to catch up on the happenings she missed during her time away from NXT television.

    It was previously reported that Cora Jade’s WWE NXT was expected. It appears that she will be around for Deadline. It will be interesting to see how they work her into the show, because she is not booked for a match.

    Cora Jade’s last match took place on July 25, 2023, where she faced Dana Brooke in a Kendo Stick match. Dana Brooke won that match, and Jade walked out of the locker room a short time later. Dana Brooke was later released by WWE, so it looks like Cora Jade isn’t getting that win back. 

    What’s your take on Cora Jade’s impending return? Let us know what you think by engaging on social media. 

  • CM Punk Teasing An Appearance at Tonight’s WWE NXT Deadline

    CM Punk Teasing An Appearance at Tonight’s WWE NXT Deadline

    Could CM Punk make an appearance at tonight’s WWE NXT Deadline event? It’s possible according to the Best in the World. 

    WWE NXT Deadline will take place at the Total Mortgage Arena in Bridgeport, CT, and will be NXT’s final major event of the year. This will be the second-annual NXT Deadline event and like last year’s show, will feature the Iron Survivor Challenge. 

    CM Punk at WWE NXT Deadline? 

    WWE NXT Deadline is set to feature some of the very top talent from the gold brand, and could also feature CM Punk. On Instagram, Punk said that a missed flight meant he’s currently in Bridgeport and asked if fans have any idea what he should do. To hammer the point home, WWE’s free agent posed in front of a giant Undisputed WWE Universal Championship. 

    Punk’s last appearance at an NXT event came following an episode of the gold brand in August 2012. In a dark match, Punk (the WWE Champion at the time) teamed with then-NXT Champion Seth Rollins to defeat Antonio Cesaro and Kassius Ohno, who teamed for years prior to WWE as the Kings of Wrestling. You can check out Punk’s most recent NXT appearance below. 

    WWE NXT Deadline

    Here is the card for WWE NXT Deadline as it currently stands:

    • Axiom vs. Nathan Frazer (Kick-Off Show)
    • Dijak vs. Trick Williams vs. Josh Briggs vs. Bron Breakker vs. Tyler Bate (Men’s Iron Survivor Challenge)
    • Tiffany Stratton vs. Lash Legend vs. Blair Davenport vs. Kelani Jordan vs. Fallon Henley (Women’s Iron Survivor Challenge)
    • “Dirty” Dominik Mysterio (c) (with Rhea Ripley) vs. Dragon Lee (with Rey Mysterio) (WWE NXT North American Championship)
    • Roxanne Perez vs. Kiana James
    • Carmelo Hayes vs. Lexis King
    • Ilja Dragunov (c) vs. Baron Corbin (WWE NXT Championship)

    Wes Lee was supposed to compete at NXT Deadline, but that is no longer the case. Click here to find out why. 

  • WWE Considering NXT’s Tyler Bate For A Main Roster Call-Up

    NXT Superstar Tyler Bate could be a main roster Superstar soon enough as a call-up could be in the works. 

    Bate has been with WWE for some time now, and the Wrestling Observer Newsletter reports that he could soon be on the main roster. There has been ‘talk’ of calling up the British Superstar, and the report adds that his size isn’t considered as big a deal now with Vince McMahon no longer running WWE’s creative department. It is stated that WWE CCO Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque is far more open-minded as to who can be a top star. 

    Based on recent programming, Bate could be a SmackDown Superstar if he is called up to the main roster, as that is the current home of Butch. The pair have been both allies and enemies in WWE, and Bate was made an honorary Brawling Brute not too long ago. Butch is certainly in need of an ally right now, as he was recently abandoned by Ridge Holland and was attacked by Pretty Deadly on last week’s SmackDown. 

    Bate has accomplished plenty in WWE already despite not making it to the main roster. In 2017, Bate became the first WWE United Kingdom Champion (later rechristened the NXT UK Championship). Bate was also the final holder of the title when the title was unified with the WWE NXT Championship at Worlds Collide 2022. 

    Bate was also the only triple-crown champion in WWE NXT UK, having held the main championship, the NXT UK Tag Team Championships and the NXT UK Heritage Cup. In WWE NXT, he is a former NXT Tag Team Champion. 

  • Cora Jade’s WWE NXT Return is on the Horizon

    Cora Jade’s WWE NXT Return is on the Horizon

    Cora Jade broke out as a star worth paying attention to in NXT, but she hasn’t been around since August. That break for Cora Jade is likely going to end very soon.

    Cora Jade has missed a lot during her time away from NXT. Becky Lynch had a reign as NXT Women’s Champion, and she also missed the Iron Survivor Challenge match. Cora Jade has been away from NXT television for long enough at this point.

    The Wrestling Observer Newsletter noted that Cora Jade’s hiatus from WWE television is expected to end “imminently.” She is expected to be back this weekend, which is perfect timing for Deadline. 

    “Cora Jade is scheduled to return imminently, expected to be this weekend.”

    WWE NXT will take place on Saturday, December 9, at 7:30 PM in the Total Mortgage Arena located in Bridgeport, Connecticut. We will have coverage here at SEScoops, and Cora Jade’s return to NXT television may just go down during that event.

    Cora Jade’s most recent match took place on July 25, 2023, as she faced off against Dana Brooke in a Kendo Stick match. Dana Brooke won that battle, and Jade walked out of the locker room a short time later. Dana Brooke was later released by WWE, so it looks like Cora Jade isn’t getting that win back. 

    Cora Jade and Bron Breakker are still in a relationship, and she’s been very active on social media. Many fans may notice a change in Cora Jade’s appearance after her return, but odds are she will have even more determination to reach the top of WWE’s third brand.

    Do you miss Cora Jade on NXT television? Should she come back and go right after the NXT Women’s Title? Let us know what you think by engaging on social media! 

  • Dragon Lee Makes WWE In-Ring Debut at NXT Live Event

    Dragon Lee Makes WWE In-Ring Debut at NXT Live Event

    WWE’s hottest recent signing Dragon Lee has proven himself in the ring by making his wrestling debut at an NXT live event.

    Lee announced in December of last year that he had signed with WWE, moments after winning the AAA World Tag Team Championships with Dralistico.

    WWE had been interested in signing Lee after he competed for All Elite Wrestling while not being under contract.

    In-Ring Debut

    At an NXT live event in St. Petersburg, Florida, Dragon Lee made his much-anticipated in-ring debut for the gold brand.

    In his debut match, the masked Superstar defeated Eddy Thorpe, fka Karl Fredericks, who also recently signed with the promotion.

    You can check out some of the photos of Dragon Lee’s in-ring debut below.

    https://twitter.com/JoelPearl/status/1634735243444772865

    During this week’s WWE NXT Roadblock event, Dragon Lee made his TV debut for the brand and appeared in the crowd.

    The masked Superstar had initially been scheduled to debut at NXT Vengeance Day, but visa issues caused his arrival to be delayed.

    Big Plans

    Dragon Lee has had just one match as a WWE Superstar to his name, but WWE already has big plans for the masked wrestler.

    It has been reported that WWE intends for Dragon Lee to be on the main roster by the time of WrestleMania 40, which will take place in Philadelphia next April.

    Dragon Lee is optimistic about his future in the company, and has said he believes he can be the next Rey Mysterio if given the opportunity.

  • NXT’s Sarray And WWE Part Ways (Report)

    NXT’s Sarray And WWE Part Ways (Report)

    Sarray’s tenure with WWE as part of the NXT brand has come to an end, according to the latest report from Tokyo Sports.

    Sarray signed with WWE in 2020, but her debut was delayed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, and she would not debut until March 2021.

    When NXT became NXT 2.0, she was given a gimmick where she would transform from a pigtailed schoolgirl to a more glamorous appearance thanks to a medallion.

    The Japanese Superstar’s most recent match came in August of last year, when she lost to then-NXT Women’s Champion Mandy Rose.

    Leaving WWE

    Sarray will hold a press conference on March 13, to announce the resumption of her wrestling career in Japan

    Her return match will take place at a ‘Sareee-ISM’ event on May 16 at Shinjuku Face.

    The Sarreee part of the show’s name comes from Sarray’s pre-WWE ring name.

    Saraeee Before WWE

    Training under the tutelage of Kyoko Inoue, Sareee would make her wrestling debut in April 2011 aged 15, as part of the World Woman Pro-Wrestling Diana promotion.

    After six years with the promotion, Sareee left to join Seadlinnng in February 2017, but would leave the promotion later that year.

    Immediately after leaving Seadlinnng, Sareee announced her return to Diana, and make her in-ring return that October, losing to Kaoru Ito.

    Despite a clavicle injury suffered in the match that should have seen her out for a year, Sareee made a John-Cena-esque recovery and was back after three months.

    Sareee is a one-time WWPWD Tag Team Champion (with Jaguar Yokota) and two-time WWPWD World Champion.

  • Backstage Reason Behind Latest WWE NXT Parking Lot Attack

    Backstage Reason Behind Latest WWE NXT Parking Lot Attack

    Wendy Choo will be out of action for the time being, after being written off of NXT TV with an attack in the parking lot.

    During this week’s NXT, McKenzie Mitchell was set to interview Nathan Frazer, when there was a commotion heard off-screen.

    When cameras caught up to the scene, Choo was seen in the parking lot and was unable to move her arm.

    Real Reason

    As one would expect, this attack in the parking lot was just for the show, though Choo is needing some time away from the ring.

    Choo is dealing with a legitimate injury, according to the Wrestling Observer’s Bryan Alverez, and will miss an undisclosed amount of ring time.

    That report adds that the Pyjama-clad Superstar is not expected to be out for long, as her injury isn’t considered “too serious.”

    The Most Dangerous Place on Earth

    Wendy Choo is just the latest person to fall victim to an assault in the WWE NXT parking lot.

    Months ago, Nikkita Lyons was attacked by a mysterious assailant, which in reality, was to write the popular star off TV to undergo surgery.

    When a fan accused The Schism’s Ava Raine of being the one behind the attacks, the fourth-generation Superstar denied that she is responsible, though wishes she was.

    There are currently no reports as to who will be revealed as Choo’s attacker, on when such a revelation will be made on WWE NXT programming.

  • WWE NXT Superstar Expected to be Called-Up After WrestleMania 39

    WWE NXT Superstar Expected to be Called-Up After WrestleMania 39

    A former WWE NXT North American Champion could be mere weeks away from being called up to the main roster in the post-WrestleMania 39 buzz.

    The Raw after WrestleMania has often been heralded as one of the most exciting nights of the WWE year, and traditionally features a call-up or two.

    Notable examples include Paige (AEW’s Saraya) winning the WWE Divas Championship in 2014, and Enzo Amore and Big Cass on the post-WrestleMania Raw in 2016.

    Called-Up

    The last time fans saw Cameron Grimes in NXT, the former Champion was losing to Joe Gacy on the November 8, episode of the gold brand.

    It has been reported that Grimes is finished with NXT, and that WWE are waiting on the right creative idea for his arrival on the main roster.

    In an update, PW Insider reported that there have been “rumblings internally” that Grimes will be called-up after WrestleMania 39.

    The former North American Champion has appeared on Raw in the past, as he enlisted the services of the O.C. during an October 22, episode.

    Grimes also competed on the October 17, 2022, episode of WWE Main Event, defeating Akira Tozawa.

    He has also competed for SmackDown, albeit in a dark match for the February 24, 2023, episode, where he defeated Ashante ‘Thee’ Adonis.

    Cameron Grimes

    It was in January 2019 that the former Trevor Lee confirmed his signing with WWE, and began training at the Performance Center the next month.

    Grimes made it to the finals of that year’s NXT Breakout Tournament (which he lost to Jordan Myles.)

    After a knee surgery, Grimes returned to TV in February 2021, and referencing the rise in GameStop stock value, dubbed himself the richest man in NXT.

    In April 2022, Grimes would capture the NXT North American Championship, and would later challenge unsuccessfully for the NXT Championship.

  • WWE Officials Impressed with NXT Star

    WWE Officials Impressed with NXT Star

    NXT star Sol Ruca (real name Calyx Hampton) has been impressing WWE officials in addition to fans of the show.

    Coming from a gymnastics background, Sol Ruca is one of the most popular up-and-coming stars to become a fan favorite. She grabbed the attention with her spectacular in-ring moves and sheer athleticism. Her unique finisher Sol Snatcher’ even went viral.

    Now, it has been reported that the WWE officials see big potential in her. While speaking on Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer noted that WWE officials are ‘really high’ on Ruca, who will face Elektra Lopez on this week’s edition of NXT.

    WWE officials are impressed with Sol Ruca

    “That may not be…they’re really high on Solo Ruca for obvious reasons,” Meltzer stated. “Zoey Stark is probably the best opponent to put her in there with, and Elektra Lopez is probably near the bottom of the list of opponents to put her in there with. I guess Lash Legend might be worse.”

    Ruca and Zoey Stark are currently entailed in a fiery rivalry that has been boiling in recent weeks. The two faced off in singles action on the February 7th episode, and it was Stark who snatched a cheeky win. However, Sol Ruca made it clear that she wants to face Stark again during a promo segment last week.

    Ruca joined the Performance Center in May of 2022. After signing with the company, she made her in-ring debut last June, where she continued to work on the NXT Level Up show. Following a brief run on the show, she made her NXT debut last September.

  • Grayson Waller Effect with Guest Shawn Michaels Confirmed for WWE NXT Roadblock

    Grayson Waller Effect with Guest Shawn Michaels Confirmed for WWE NXT Roadblock

    Grayson Waller’s issues with NXT Head Shawn Michaels are likely to reach a boiling point at the upcoming NXT Roadblock event.

    Waller has proven to be a thorn in the side of the two-time WWE Hall of Famer for some time, after failing to dethrone NXT Champion Bronn Breakker.

    On the post-NXT Vengeance Day Conference Call last month, Waller confronted Michaels and asked what he needs to do to have the support of HBK.

    Grayson Waller Effect

    Waller’s actions have earned him a suspension from WWE NXT, but the Australian Superstar will be around for NXT Roadblock.

    On Twitter, Michaels confirmed with a statement that Waller will appear at NXT Roadblock, which will take place next week on March 7, and that he will be the guest on the Grayson Waller Effect.

    “Every day I focus on the development of the young men and women of NXT. I had my time in the spotlight. Now that attention should be directed on these incredible Superstars.

    “However, knowing Grayson’s behavior will only get worse, and against my better judgment, l accept the invitation to be on the Grayson Waller Effect next week at Roadblock and promise to be as professional as I can be.”

    Shawn Michaels.

    Other confirmed plans for NXT Roadblock include NXT Women’s Champion Roxanne Perez defending against Meiko Satomura.

    Indus Sher will face the Creed Brothers and NXT Champion Bron Breakker in six-man tag-team action, while Dijak looks to settle things with Tony D’Angelo in a Jailhouse Street Fight.

    Waller Vs. Michaels?

    Many believe that this could set up a match between Waller and Michaels at a future NXT event.

    Michaels retired from in-ring competition following his loss to The Undertaker at WrestleMania 26 in 2010.

    In 2018, Michaels would have one more match, teaming with Triple H to defeat the Brothers of Destruction at that year’s Crown Jewel event in Saudi Arabia.

  • Nikkita Lyons Reveals How Long Knee Injury Will Keep Her Sidelined

    Nikkita Lyons Reveals How Long Knee Injury Will Keep Her Sidelined

    NXT star Nikki Lyons says she will most likely be out of action for the remainder of 2023.

    Lyons sustained a serious knee injury during her most recent match, which took place on the January 20 edition of NXT Level up.

    She later revealed on social media that she tore her ACL and meniscus. She’s keeping a positive attitude about the setback and expressed gratitude for the people who are supporting her during this tough time.

    She wrote, “This comeback is personal. Thank you to all who consistently show love & genuine support every week. You have know idea how much it means to me.”

    Nikki Lyons Delivers the Bad News

    As seen in the above video, Lyons appeared on Tuesday’s edition of NXT TV. During a backstage segment involving Tiffany Staton, she explained that doctors have pegged her recovery time at around one year.

    WWE used Lyons’ announcement as a chance to get heat on Stratton, who said Lyons would be gone from action permanently if she had anything to say about it.

    It’s a tough break for the 23-year-old star from Las Vegas, but injuries are a very real aspect of this business. She’s pretty active on social media and will surely keep her fans apprised of her recovery journey. Follow her on Twitter at @Nikkita_WWE.

    Check out our full recap from this week’s NXT:

  • NXT Star Rumored for Main Roster Call-Up Soon

    NXT Star Rumored for Main Roster Call-Up Soon

    As WrestleMania season heats up, rumors are swirling that NXT standout Carmelo Hayes could soon be joining the main roster, potentially as part of a returning faction.

    According to the Wrestling Observer, the rising star from NXT could be called up from the black and gold brand.

    Hayes has been turning heads with his impressive in-ring abilities and charisma. He’s quickly established himself as one of the most exciting talents on WWE NXT, and many believe he’s ready for the big leagues.

    Hayes could be in line for a post-WrestleMania call-up, with creative already discussing potential storylines for him on Raw or SmackDown. One of the most intriguing possibilities is a role in a reformed Hurt Business.

    The Hurt Business was one of the most dominant factions in recent WWE history, led by MVP and featuring Bobby Lashley, Shelton Benjamin, and Cedric Alexander. The group disbanded in 2022, but MVP has teased a potential reunion in recent weeks.

    Hayes could be just the spark the Hurt Business needs to reform in a big way. Not only is he a talented wrestler, but his smooth-talking style would make him a perfect fit alongside MVP as a new mouthpiece for the group.

    Vote of confidence from Shawn Michaels

    A WWE veteran also has trust in Carmelo Hayes. The former NXT Champion recalled the time when he talked to Shawn Michaels about wanting to become a “top guy” in WWE.

    “He [Michaels] was like, ‘alright, we’ll give you the ball and you can run with it. We’ll get you where we need to get you,’” Hayes once revealed in an interview.

    “I told Shawn that I see myself as a top guy. I told him, ‘take me there.’ And I think that [conversation] is what gave him the belief that, ‘OK, this kid is a little different.’

    As WrestleMania draws closer and the speculation around Carmelo Hayes continues to build, fans are eagerly anticipating what could be a major debut on the horizon.

  • Ex-NJPW Star Karl Fredericks Receives WWE NXT Name & In-Ring Debut Date

    Ex-NJPW Star Karl Fredericks Receives WWE NXT Name & In-Ring Debut Date

    Former New Japan Pro Wrestling star Karl Fredericks is ready to take WWE NXT by storm, albeit under a new name.

    Fredericks signed with WWE in January of this year, after previously spending the past four years of his career with New Japan.

    Karl’s highest accomplishment with the Bushiroad promotion was winning the 2019 Young Lion’s Cup.

    WWE NXT

    Fredericks has only been under contract with WWE for a matter of weeks, but his TV debut is already on the horizon.

    WWE has announced that Fredericks will be making his in-ring debut on NXT Level Up, and will be working under the name Eddie Thorpe to face Dante Chen.

    Other matches include Ivy Nile taking on Valentina Feroz in singles competition while Xyon Quinn will square off against Oba Femi.

    Fredericks has previously appeared for WWE NXT during a house show in Fort Pierce, where he confronted Axiom.

    The former New Japan star teased that he was going to say something, but left the ring without saying a word.

    Huge Signings

    Eddie Thorpe is a notable signing by WWE, but he is hardly the only interesting name that Vince McMahon’s promotion recently acquired.

    In December 2022, Dragon Lee announced that he was joining WWE after he and Dralistico captured the AAA World Tag Team Championships from FTR.

    WWE had been interested in Dragon Lee after they saw him compete in AEW, as he worked the House of the Dragon edition of AEW Dynamite in August 2022.

    AAA reportedly believed that Dragon Lee’s announcement of his AAA exit was a joke at first, but of course, later learned that it was true.

  • Former WWE Star Retires, Now Full-Time Coach at Performance Center

    Former WWE Star Retires, Now Full-Time Coach at Performance Center

    Oney Lorcan has officially retired from in-ring competition and transitioned into a coaching role within WWE.

    Former WWE star and Performance Center Head Coach Matt Bloom broke some news during a recent media appearance. The former Intercontinental Champion was a guest on an episode of the Monsters In The Morning show and confirmed that now-former NXT talent Oney Lorcan has retired from active competition and is now a full-time coach at the company’s Performance Center in Orlando, Florida.

    “My position now as a head coach, I oversee my coaches. I have an amazing staff, so I gotta give props to those guys. Terry Taylor, Fit Finlay, Robbie Brookside, Norman Smiley, Steve Corino, Alexander Winkler. As well as ‘Oney Lorcan’ Chris Girard, who just recently retired from being in the ring. Johnny Moss, and we have a few UK coaches that are on the cusp of being full-time coaches as well.”

    Oney Lorcan Recently Returned to WWE

    Oney Lorcan. Photo Credit: WWE.com
    Oney Lorcan. Photo Credit: WWE.com

    Oney Lorcan signed with WWE in September 2015 where he’d make his in-ring debut during a Halloween battle royal during an NXT house show. Lorcan wouldn’t make his on-screen debut until January 2016, in a losing effort against Rich Swann. Oney Lorcan would become a mainstay of NXT programming throughout his WWE tenure. Lorcan won the NXT Tag Team Titles alongside Danny Burch on the October 21, 2020 episode of NXT. WWE NXT General Manager William Regal would strip Lorcan and Burch of their titles during the March 23, 2021 episode of NXT after Burch went down with a shoulder injury.

    Oney Lorcan requested and was granted his release from WWE in November 2021. Lorcan spent about a year outside of the company where he returned to the ring under his Biff Busick moniker and last competed in June 2022. Lorcan would return to WWE in October 2022 where he began reporting to the WWE Performance Center in a coaching role.

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    (H/T to WrestlingInc. for the transcriptions)

  • Two NXT Stars Reveal Injury On Twitter

    Two NXT Stars Reveal Injury On Twitter

    You never know when you may suffer an injury in wrestling. This is true for two NXT stars who have recently confirmed health woes on Twitter.

    JD McDonagh revealed on Twitter that he is dealing with a detached retina in his right eye and he won’t be able to make an appearance at NXT Live Events this weekend:

    @WWENXT fans attending Live Events in Tampa/Citrus Springs this weekend – Unfortunately, after a sneak attack on Tuesday, I’ve got a detached retina in my right eye. Waiting on a treatment plan, but I estimate a 10-14 day recovery time.”

    McDonagh competed in a match against Carmelo Hayes on NXT this past Tuesday. A returning Ilja Dragunov not only cost him the bout but he also attacked the Irish star after the bell.

    Amari Miller Reveals Torn ACL

    Amari Miller also took on her Twitter to reveal that she has a torn ACL. Miller confirmed that she is set for a surgery next week:

    “I have torn my ACL and getting surgery next week. Life happens in the CRAZIEST way. Everything happens for a reason and I totally think everything lately has been a blessing in disguise for a powerful future.”

    There is no word on how long Miller will stay out of action. A torn ACL means that we are not likely to see her for the next few months.

  • Former Women’s Tag Team Champions Break Up On NXT

    Former Women’s Tag Team Champions Break Up On NXT

    Toxic Attraction is no more.

    It was only a matter of time before the team of Gigi Dolin & Jacy Jayne went their separate ways after their leader Mandy Rose was abruptly released from WWE.

    The company had been teasing the breakup before the Vengeance Day special. They also booked the duo to challenge Roxanne Perez for the NXT women’s championship at the show in a triple-threat match.

    The tag team didn’t manage to dethrone Perez at the PPV. While their friendship somehow survived the event, it didn’t last for long after that.

    WWE brought in Raw star Bayley to host her Ding Dong Hello talk show on NXT this week. The former women’s champion welcomed both Dolin and Jayne as her guests on in the main event of the show.

    Toxic Attraction Is Done

    The main roster star first asked the two about their differences and if they have thought about a singles career. However, she then suggested that the duo should stay together, emphasizing the importance of having each other’s back.

    At first, it looked as if both the Toxic Attraction members have put their differences aside. They shared a hug but then Jacy Jayne attacked her partner.

    She super-kicked Dolin and then shoved her head into the Ding Dong Hello door. The show ended with Jayne standing tall.

    Toxic Attraction was formed when Mandy Rose was joined by Jayne and Dolin in July 2021. The trio dominated the NXT women’s division since their inception but it’s now time for them to go their separate ways.

  • Mandy Rose Shares First ‘Inclination’ of her WWE NXT Release

    Mandy Rose Shares First ‘Inclination’ of her WWE NXT Release

    Mandy Rose’s release may have come as a shock to fans, but it was something that the ex-Superstar had seen coming for 24 hours.

    Rose was let go by WWE in December 2022 due to the nature of the photos and videos being shared with subscribers on her website.

    Prior to her release, Rose had been one of the most dominant champions in recent history, holding the NXT Women’s Championship for 413 days.

    The Inclination

    Mandy Rose’s release came just one day after she lost the NXT Women’s Championship to Roxanne Perez, the winner of the 2022 Women’s Iron Survivor Challenge.

    Speaking on The Sessions, Rose said that it was after arriving at the taping for NXT where she was informed of the title change, that she first suspected her time was up.

    “[I was] completely surprised with everything. I went to work like a normal Tuesday for TV and I was told that the title match that was supposed to happen down the line [was happening.] At Vengeance Day, was when it was supposed to maybe happen, but that was all up in the

    Right away, I had the inclination that something was up. Everyone had treated me so great at NXT. I had a great relationship with Shawn Michaels, the writers, the producers, everyone. I was never kept out of the loop either, being champion for 413 days, I was in the loop for everything. I didn’t really have that many surprises. So [arriving that day] was very like ‘whoa did I do something? What’s going on?” Obviously, I had some inclination because of what was going on on social media.’

    “Right away, I had the inclination that something was up.”

    Mandy Rose.

    “[Moving up the title change] It came from Shawn Michaels himself. Obviously, I know it was coming from the head of creative so I knew in that sense that I didn’t have to try and go seek other answers, even though I wanted other answers. But at that moment I had to do my job and get planning our match and everything else.”

    Losing the Title

    After capturing the NXT Women’s Title at Halloween Havoc 2021, Rose’s reign (the third-longest in history) ended abruptly on the December 13, 2022 edition of NXT.

    Speaking about the match, Rose said that she tried her best to be in the right frame of mind, despite knowing something was coming.

    “It was weird. In the moment, I felt that I was focused, and I always loved working with Roxanne. We had a good relationship so that was good. It [the title change] actually went smooth, as did the rest of the day, but in my mind, and I didn’t sell it, I didn’t show it, I was like ‘this is so messed up. What is going on?’ And I had multiple people coming up to me being like ‘what is going on?’”

    When asked about the new NXT Women’s Champion, Rose said that she felt mixed about Perez’s big win.

    “I felt bad for Roxanne because she’s so amazing, and I really do love her as a person. It was so exciting, anytime you get told you’re going to win the title, it’s very exciting. But I just felt bad because I felt like it was rushed.”

    Mandy Rose.
  • WWE NXT Signing Missed Vengeance Day Over Visa Issues (Report)

    WWE NXT Signing Missed Vengeance Day Over Visa Issues (Report)

    Dragon Lee made a huge splash when he announced his signing with WWE, but don’t expect to see him on TV just yet.

    Lee announced his deal with WWE in December 2022, moments after capturing the AAA World Tag Team Championships with Dralistico.

    The pair dethroned AEW’s FTR, ending their 438-day reign, but with Dragon Lee’s departure, the titles have since been vacated.

    Visa Issues

    Last week, WWE hosted their first major NXT event of 2023, ‘NXT Vengeance Day,’ which is also the first major NXT event since Dragon Lee signed.

    While WWE has introduced new NXT signings in the crowd at such events (Asuka, Drew McIntyre, etc.) there was no sighting of Dragon Lee last weekend.

    On Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer explained that WWE is hopeful to bring him in soon, but Visa issues are derailing those plans.

    “They wanted to introduce Dragon Lee, but he’s having visa issues, so he’s not there yet.”

    Dave Meltzer.

    Future Plans

    It has been reported that Dragon Lee’s deal will see him earn much more than your standard NXT signing, but not as much as a main-roster performer.

    WWE also reportedly has plans for Lee to be on the main roster sooner rather than later, and believe he will be there by WrestleMania 40.

    Speaking to ESPN after news of his signing broke, Lee said he is confident for his future as part of the WWE roster, and believes he can be the next Rey Mysterio if he is given the opportunity.

    h/t – Bodyslam

  • 4 Times Women’s Champion Appearing On NXT This Week

    4 Times Women’s Champion Appearing On NXT This Week

    Bayley is coming to NXT and she is bringing her Ding Dong Hello talk show with her.

    WWE has announced that the 4 time women’s champion will be hosting a special episode of her talk show with Toxic Attraction this Tuesday.

    Bayley is currently involved in a feud with ‘The Man’ Becky Lynch. The two were supposed to have a Steel Cage match at Raw XXX but it was cut due to time.

    Last Monday’s Raw saw Lynch challenging Bayley to redo the Steel Cage match. The Damage CTRL leader initially declined but Adam Pearce later made the match official for Raw this Monday.

    Toxic Attraction has been left with two members after the abrupt release of their leader Mandy Rose. The duo of Jacy Jane and Gigi Dolin have been feuding with the NXT Women’s Champion Roxanne Perez recently.

    They both challenged Perez for the title in a Triple Threat match at the Vengeance Day special this past Saturday. Roxanne, however, was able to overcome this challenge and retain her title.

    There is no word yet on if Bayley will be bringing her partners Dakota Kai and IYO Sky with her to NXT. We will have to see if this turns out to be a one-off appearance or if the main roster star sticks around for a run like some others have done recently.

  • Shawn Michaels Provides Update On Donovan Dijak’s NXT Vengeance Day Injury

    Shawn Michaels Provides Update On Donovan Dijak’s NXT Vengeance Day Injury

    Shawn Michaels has provided an update on the gnarly-looking injury of Donovan Dijak from tonight’s NXT Vengeance Day special.

    The NXT star challenged Wes Lee for the North American Championship on the show. He appeared to have suffered a broken finger during the bout and images of his injury went viral online.

    Michaels was asked about Dijak’s health during the post-Vengeance Day media call. He mentioned that it’s a miracle that the 35-year-old’s figure is not broken:

    ‘It’s A Modern Miracle’: Shawn Michaels

    “Yeah, everybody is good. I announced it at gorilla, it got to be a miracle. It’s not broken. We got him x-ray. They said it’s not broken. And so yeah, I guess what you do is you kind of numb it and put it back in place and that’s what’s happening now.

    But it is, again, a modern miracle because we all saw it, it was pretty gnarly looking. But apparently, he’s going to be okay, which is obviously fantastic news for us and him.”

    Donovan Dijak was unsuccessful in capturing the title. The ending of the bout saw Lee hitting a superkick on his opponent and then pinning him after a strike to the face.

    Apart from this, the NXT Vengeance Day special featured a couple of title changes and the return of a Raw Underground star. You can check out the results of the show here.

    If you use any quotes from the article please credit SEScoops with an H/t for transcription

  • Dijak Shows Off Finger Injury from NXT Vengeance Day

    Dijak Shows Off Finger Injury from NXT Vengeance Day

    Dijak didn’t become the new WWE NXT North American Champion at the recent Vengeance Day event, but did show his toughness in the ring.

    In the opening match of the night, Dijak hoped to capture his first title in WWE when he faced off against NXT North American Champion Wes Lee.

    Going just over 17 minutes, the two put on a hard-hitting affair which saw Lee (who has held the title since October) get the pinfall victory.

    The Injury

    While it was Lee who got the victory, the main story coming out of this match is Dijak’s finger and his tenacity for continuing to wrestle after his injury

    On social media, the former RETRIBUTION member showed off his nasty injury.

    There’s no word yet on if Dijak will miss any ring time after suffering this injury.

    Even if he does miss time in the ring, the former T-BAR is expected to continue his feud with Tony D’Angelo and Channing ‘Stacks’ Lorenzo, who interfered during the NXT North American Championship match.

    According to Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful, Shawn Michaels informed Bruce Prichard that Dijak’s finger is not broken.

    Dijak in WWE

    Though WWE had plans to sign Dijak in early 2017, a legal threat from ROH (who he was under contract to) led WWE to rescind that offer.

    The following month in February, Dijak opted not to re-sign with ROH, and was signed to WWE that September.

    Competing as Dominik Dijakovic, Dijak would be a solid performer on the gold brand, but never captured the NXT or NXT North American titles.

    In September 2020, Dijakovic was called up to the main roster as T-BAR as part of the doomed Retribution angle.

    After the group split in early 2021, Dijakovic would hover around WWE Main Event before his return to WWE in late 2022.

  • Watch: Raw Underground Star Makes Surprise Return At NXT Vengeance Day

    Watch: Raw Underground Star Makes Surprise Return At NXT Vengeance Day

    Dabba Kato is back and he is done making alliances.

    The NXT Vengeance Day special saw Apollo Crews going one on one against Carmello Hayes in a two out of three falls match.

    Hayes picked up the first fall in the bout. He nailed Crews with a cutter and then locked him up in a Crossface, forcing Apollo to tap out.

    Trick Williams who was at the ringside then tried to help Hayes with the second fall. He took out the turnbuckle pad but Crews attacked him. The former IC champion then sent Hayes into the exposed turnbuckle.

    Dabba Kato is back

    Williams tried to get involved again with a chair. This is where Dabba Kato made his return. Kato stopped Williams from getting involved but it didn’t help Crews. Carmelo Hayes hit a Nothing But Net and then picked up the second fall to win the match.

    Following the match Dabba Kato hugged Apollo Crews but he then quickly turned on his former partner. He delivered a headbutt and then slammed him onto the steel chair:

    Kato was first seen on WWE TV as part of Shane McMahon’s Raw Underground segments. He was later paired with Apollo Crews as Commander Azeez during his IC title run. The giant had been off tv since Crews returned to the development territory.

  • WWE NXT and Reality of Wrestling Announce Partnership

    WWE NXT and Reality of Wrestling Announce Partnership

    WWE and Booker T’s Reality of Wrestling have announced a partnership involving NXT.

    In a social media post, Reality of Wrestling said “Reality of Wrestling is taking the roster to the NEXT Level! We are proud to announce that we’ll be working with NXT to bring our fans incredible match ups they can’t see anywhere else.”

    Ivy Nile will be competing on Saturday, February 11 in Texas City.

    Booker T tweeted that he is “excited to merge my NXT favorites with the roster of my students at ROW.”

    NXT Allowing Talent to Work Indies

    Roxanne Perez
    (WWE)

    NXT’s current Women’s Champion, Roxanne, is a product of ROW. She and Booker T both competed in the Royal Rumble matches last Saturday. The WWE Hall of Famer had previously said “if I get an invitation I’m definitely going to execute it.”

    Bryan Alvarez tweeted that “NXT is going to allow talent to work select indies going forward, which is a pretty big deal.” It is unclear if any other indie promotions will be involved or if it just ROW.

    This is a developing story. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest.

  • Shawn Michaels Says Vince McMahon Has No Involvement with NXT

    Shawn Michaels Says Vince McMahon Has No Involvement with NXT

    Since returning to the board, Vince McMahon has not been involved creatively in WWE.

    During the NXT Vengeance Day pre-show media call, NXT Head of Creative Shawn Michaels fielded a bevy of questions. Perhaps the most notable comment throughout the call, was Michaels’ words on Vince McMahon’s involvement with the current product.

    “He has not, and I don’t think (he will). I’d imagine Vince probably has bigger fish to fry than us down here in NXT. One of the things I enjoy about my job down here is the plausible deniability that I’m allowed to have. I don’t ask a lot of questions because I don’t want to know the answers to some of them. Even back when we were here [with Vince in charge], he was very good with us down here. They helped us in a certain way and guided us in how they wanted it to go, but after that, it was hands-off. Hunter, the same thing. They’re very good with us down here in NXT. They understand it’s a different environment down here, so we’re very fortunate to kind of be independent, no matter who is running the ship up there in Stamford, they allow us a great deal of freedom down here, which we appreciate.”

    Vince McMahon Recently Returned to WWE

    In April 2022, an investigation was launched by WWE following a WSJ report that Vince McMahon supplied over $3 million in ‘hush money’ settlements due to an alleged affair with a former company employee. Another issue came up for McMahon, as WSJ reported that McMahon, alongside now former company executive John Laurinaitis spent over $12 million in nondisclosure agreements following sexual misconduct allegations.

    In July 2022, McMahon resigned from his duties as the company’s Chairman and Head of Creative. However, after just six months, McMahon announced his return to WWE’s board, who unanimously voted him back as Chairman of the company. Fans speculated that Vince McMahon would stake his claim back in creative; however, McMahon announced that he’d have no part in the company’s day-to-day operations and was solely focused on spearheading a potential sale of WWE.

    NXT Vengeance Day Updated Card

    WWE NXT Vengeance Day
    • Bron Breakker (C) vs. Grayson Waller — NXT Championship
    • Roxanne Perez (C) vs. Jacy Jane vs. Gigi Dolin — NXT Women’s Championship
    • Wes Lee (C) vs. Dijak — NXT North American Championship
    • New Day (C) vs. Pretty Deadly vs. Gallus vs. Chase University — NXT Tag Team Championship
    • Kayden Carter & Katana Chance (C) vs. Kiana James & Fallon Henley — NXT Women’s Tag Team Championship
    • Apollo Crews vs. Carmelo Hayes

    SEScoops will provide live coverage of NXT Vengeance Day on Saturday, February 4, beginning at 7:00 p.m. EDT/4:00 p.m. PDT.

    (H/T to Fightful for the transcriptions)

  • Triple H Provides Update on Upcoming WWE NXT Europe Brand

    Triple H Provides Update on Upcoming WWE NXT Europe Brand

    WWE’s Chief Content Officer Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque has provided an update for the much-anticipated NXT Europe.

    The new brand was announced last August and coincided with the end of NXT UK as WWE’s overseas brand.

    Following the announcement of NXT Europe, almost all talent from NXT UK was released, with only a select few being moved to WWE NXT in the U.S.

    NXT Europe

    With considerable backlash from fans over the mass releases from NXT UK, a lot is riding on NXT Europe to be a runaway success.

    Speaking to Variety, Triple H shed light on WWE’s plans for NXT Europe.

    “There’s been a lot of progress on it. We are very excited about the prospect of taking NXT in a larger global direction. I would like to be able to find the best athletes and the largest personalities and the most entertaining people from every place in the world, and bring them into what we do.”

    Triple H.

    Triple H, who is also WWE’s Head of Talent Relations, also spoke about the importance of searching all over for talent to bring to NXT Europe.

    “When you begin to create those characters and those stars from every region, those regions become more engaged in what we do. If you can begin to go to all these places, and begin to find athletes there that can resonate on a global stage, some will make it big.”

    Triple H.

    The Game did not provide any date for when NXT Europe will premiere, though the brand is expected to air at some point in 2023.