Ricky Starks made his debut in WWE NXT on the February 11, 2025, edition of the show.
He appeared in the crowd and announced his arrival with a statement emphasizing his status as a free agent and his intention to impact the future of NXT.
”It’s obvious you know who I am. If NXT is the future of professional wrestling, well guess what? You need an absolute superstar of the future.
If this is the hottest brand, well you need the hottest free agent right now, baby. Do not let the handsome face and the expensive fragrance fool you. I am here to turn this place upside down.”
This debut takes place just one day after he was released from his AEW contract following a lengthy dispute. He also just won the DEFY World Championship.