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NXT Trio Fatal Influence Called Up To SmackDown, Made A Huge Statement To The Roster

Friday night’s episode of WWE SmackDown turned into a statement show for one of NXT’s most talked-about factions, as Fatal Influence officially arrived—and they didn’t come quietly.

While much of the buzz heading into the night centered around Paige’s long-awaited return to the blue brand after more than eight years, the spotlight quickly shifted once the chaos began during a high-profile women’s tag team match. Paige teamed up with WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion Brie Bella to take on Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss, but the match never reached a proper conclusion.

Jacy Jayne—making her own presence felt in a big way—stormed the scene and yanked Paige off the apron just as a tag was about to be made. From there, things unraveled fast. Jayne sent Paige crashing into the steel steps, while the rest of Fatal Influence—Fallon Henley and Lainey Reid—hit the ring and dismantled both Flair and Bliss. The trio stood tall over all four women before heading up the ramp, making it clear with both their actions and words that SmackDown was now their territory.

The group wasn’t finished for the night, either. Later in the show, Fatal Influence crossed paths with WWE Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley, setting up an impromptu showdown between Ripley and Jayne. The match ended in another disqualification after Henley and Reid once again got involved, but the numbers game allowed Jayne to get the last laugh by dropping Ripley with her Rolling Encore finisher.

Jayne’s move to the main roster had been heavily speculated in the days following WrestleMania 42, especially after what looked like a farewell moment at the WWE Performance Center on NXT programming. What wasn’t clear at the time was whether Henley and Reid would be making the jump alongside her—but after Friday night, that question has been answered.

With a dominant debut and immediate impact on SmackDown’s top stars, Fatal Influence has officially entered the mix—and if their first night is any indication, the women’s division just got a lot more unpredictable.

WWE Eyeing Major NXT Call-Ups as “NXT: Revenge” Could Signal Big Changes

WWE appears to be gearing up for another wave of NXT call-ups, and all signs point to the upcoming NXT: Revenge special playing a pivotal role in those plans.

According to reports circulating within the industry, several standout NXT talents are currently being discussed for a move to the main roster. Among the names reportedly under consideration are Jacy Jayne, Ethan Page, Joe Hendry, and Sol Ruca—four performers who have all made strong impressions in recent months.

The timing is noteworthy, as WWE is building toward a two-week NXT: Revenge event that looks designed to wrap up key storylines. Historically, the company has often used major events as a launching point for roster shakeups, and this situation appears to follow that same pattern.

The first week of NXT: Revenge is already shaping up with a loaded lineup. Jacy Jayne is set to go one-on-one with Lola Vice, while Joe Hendry is advertised for a concert segment—something that’s quickly become a signature part of his presentation. Ethan Page will also be in action against Tony D’Angelo in what could be a decisive moment in their ongoing rivalry.

Week two raises the stakes even further, with Sol Ruca scheduled to face ZARIA in a Last Woman Standing match. Given the stipulation and Ruca’s rising momentum, the bout could serve as a major turning point—not just for her storyline, but potentially for her future brand placement.

Behind the scenes, there’s a growing sense that NXT: Revenge is being positioned as a clean break point. Multiple feuds are expected to conclude across the two-week special, creating a natural window for talent to transition to RAW or SmackDown.

One moment that has already fueled speculation came after the latest taping, when Jacy Jayne was seen visibly emotional, blowing kisses to the crowd in what many interpreted as a farewell. If that was indeed her sendoff, it would mark the end of a highly successful NXT run.

Jayne has built an impressive résumé during her time on the brand. She captured the NXT Women’s Championship in May 2025 and held it for 150 days before going on to win the title again. She also added the TNA Knockouts Championship to her list of accomplishments in a rare cross-promotional “Winner Take All” match. While she did get a brief taste of the main roster back in 2022 alongside Gigi Dolin, those plans were cut short due to injury, leaving unfinished business on WWE’s biggest stage.

If WWE follows through with these reported call-ups, the aftermath of NXT: Revenge could significantly reshape both NXT and the main roster. With fresh faces potentially heading to RAW and SmackDown, the next few weeks could mark the start of a new chapter for several rising stars.

Toxic Attraction Removed From Tag Title Tournament Due To Gigi Dolin Concussion

Fans had been waiting months for WWE to announce what it had planned for the Women’s Tag Titles after Sasha Banks and Naomi handed them over and walked out. It took Vince McMahon retiring for those plans to be put in place. A tournament to decide who the new champions will be. However, as that tournament nears its end, it has been wrought with issues.

Last Friday, as Nikkita Lyons and Zoey Stark prepared to make their main roster debuts, WWE revealed the NXT duo would not be competing in the tournament. Stark is legitimately injured, and Lyons is too apparently though whether that’s the case or not remains up in the air. Toxic Attraction replaced the pair and defeated Natalya and Sonya Deville to progress.

Three days later, the high Gigi Dolin and Jacy Jayne were likely riding after debuting on SmackDown and winning their first match has come crashing down. Right before Raw went live on Monday, WWE revealed that Toxic Attraction, who were replacements themselves, will now need to be replaced. WWE reported Dolin suffered an injury on SmackDown, and it has since been revealed (via Wrestling Observer Radio) that injury was a concussion.

It was a little unclear how exactly WWE would fill a tournament for the Tag Titles when there aren’t that many women’s teams to begin with. That reality has really hit home with yet another replacement needed. Instead of finding another team, the four duos who lost their first round bouts will get a second chance match. The Four-Way tag team bout will take place this Friday on SmackDown.

Elsewhere in the bracket, Iyo Sky and Dakota Kai booked their spot in the final on Raw last night. Raquel Gonzalez and Aliyah are the other team left in, and they will face the winner of the 4-way match. When exactly that second semifinal, and then the final, will take place is unclear. Probably not at Clash at the Castle since Sky and Kai are already booked in a different match that night.

Source: TheSportster