Tag: NXT

Backstage Details On Why Some WWE NXT Names Were Recently Cut

WWE released several “NXT” talents during its latest round of mass cuts, and Fightful Select has revealed why some of those performers were let go. 

Valentina Feroz and Boa were reportedly cut as they spent a lot of time on the sidelines through injury, which ultimately derailed their progress as they weren’t given enough opportunities to show what they could do. Meanwhile, Trey Bearhill was released due to his perceived similarities with Eddy Thorpe, but his departure came as a shock to many WWE employees behind the scenes.

Despite joining the promotion as an established celebrity who was touted for big things, WWE released the controversial Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson during the mass cuts. However, this didn’t come as a shock to many backstage, as he wasn’t progressing at a decent rate. Booker T echoed these views when he reacted to Steveson’s WWE departure, noting that the former Superstar didn’t have the hunger or drive as he still had the amateur wrestling bug in his system.

Some “WWE: Next Gen” talents, including Julian Baldi, were also released during the wave of cuts. According to Fightful, the performers weren’t allowed to announce their contract status until after the show had aired, though their deals technically began after the reality series debuted. The report also claims that Drew Gulak is still employed by WWE, but he’s been informed that his contract won’t be renewed. Gulak was reportedly released in the wake of Ronda Rousey accusing him of grabbing the drawstring on her sweatpants backstage at a WWE show.

Source: Wrestling Inc.

Ivar Dealing With Spinal Injury, Surgery Possible

In a post on X, Andrew Sports Medicine announced that Ivar is working with them to overcome a spinal injury. WWE previously announced that the Viking Raider was out with an injury following an attack by Gallus on Tuesday’s episode of NXT. While it wasn’t been announced that he had surgery, WWE stars usually do so after going to the facility.

Ivar was previously advertised for next week’s episode but WWE noted he will be out of action indefinitely.

https://twitter.com/AndrewsSportMed/status/1791136842038829536

Source: 411Mania

WWE NXT Preview 5/14/2024

Here is the lineup for tonight’s episode of WWE NXT in Orlando, Florida at the Performance Center on the USA Network: 

  • Battleground Women’s North American title ladder match qualifier: Sol Ruca vs. Izzi Dame
  • Battleground Women’s North American title ladder match qualifier: Ivy Nile vs. Lash Legend
  • NXT Heritage Cup holder Charlie Dempsey defends against Tony D’Angelo
  • Noam Dar vs. Je’Von Evans
  • Edris Enofe & Malik Blade vs. Bronco Nima & Lucien Price
  • We will hear from Wes Lee

WWE NXT Preview 5/7/2024

Tonight’s WWE NXT in Orlando, Florida at the Performance Center on the USA Network: 

  • WWE NXT Women’s Championship: Roxanne Perez (c) vs. Chelsea Green
  • Wes Lee vs. Josh Briggs
  • Supernova Sessions with NXT Champion Trick Williams
  • NXT Women’s Combine
  • Karmen Petrovic vs. Shayna Baszler
  • Michin vs. Arianna Grace

Uncle Howdy QR Code During Last Night’s NXT Spring Breakin’

During last night’s WWE NXT Spring Breakin’ , a QR code appeared, which is believed to teasing the return of Uncle Howdy.

The code takes you to www.wwe.com/kintsugi. The QR code had the messages of “They were broken.” “I didn’t fix them.” “I accepted them.” “They opened the door.” “We can be family.”

WWE NXT Spring Breakin’ Night 2 (4/30/2024)

Tonight is Night 2 of WWE NXT’s 2 week special Spring Breakin’ in Orlando, Florida at the Performance Center on the USA Network:

  • NXT Underground Match: Natalya (w/Karmen Petrovic) vs. Lola Vice (w/Shayna Baszler)
  • NXT North American Championship: Oba Femi (c) vs. Ivar
  • NXT Tag Team Championship: Nathan Frazer & Axiom (c) vs. AOP (Akam & Rezar) w/Paul Ellering
  • Thea Hail vs. Jacy Jayne
  • Tyson Dupont & Tyriek Igwe vs. The O.C (Karl Anderson & Luke Gallows)

WWE NXT Spring Breakin’ Night 1 (4/23/2024)

Tonight is Night 1 of WWE NXT’s 2 week special Spring Breakin’ in Orlando, Florida at the Performance Center on the USA Network:

  • NXT Championship: Ilja Dragunov (c) vs. Trick Williams (If Williams loses, he leaves NXT)
  • NXT Women’s Championship: Roxanne Perez (c) vs. Lyra Valkyriavs. Tatum Paxley
  • No Quarter Catch Crew’s Charlie Dempsey, Damon Kemp & Myles Borne vs. The Family’s Tony D’Angelo, Stacks & Luca Crusifino
  • Beach Brawl: Sol Ruca vs. Blair Davenport
  • Natalya & Lola Vice contract signing

NXT Star Von Wagner Among Recent Releases

Following a recent report of talents being released from WWE, Fightful Select has confirmed that Von Wagner was also let go from the company.

Wagner signed a developmental deal with WWE in 2019 and was a fixture of the NXT brand in recent years.

The son of Wayne Bloom (Beau Beverly) had his last NXT match on 4/2, facing Lexis King in a rematch from the 2/27 edition of the television program.

Source: WrestleView

Backstage Update On Drew Gulak’s WWE Status

No Quarter Catch Crew has been missing a member as of late, as faction founder Drew Gulak has been missing from WWE programming, and presumed dead in storyline. Even his name has disappeared from the No Quarter Catch Crew entrance graphics on “WWE NXT.” On the latest “Wrestling Observer Radio,” Dave Meltzer said the reason for his absence is Ronda Rousey’s recent allegations that the former WWE Cruiserweight Champion put his hands on her clothing without her consent.

“What I was told was that there was no conclusive thing,” Meltzer said. “The witnesses were not conclusive…but Gulak was bad publicity, so he got whacked.” Rousey alleged that Gulak grabbed the drawstring on her sweatpants, while Gulak is adamant he merely missed a handshake and tried to turn the awkward situation into a joke. As it stands, Gulak is still with the company, though Meltzer thinks that could change soon.

“I don’t know that he’s been fired but when I asked it was like ‘Well, if he hasn’t been, he probably will be,'” Meltzer chuckled. “It’s not looking good for him.”

No Quarter Catch Crew is currently feuding with The D’Angelo Family, with Tony D’Angelo claiming the Catch Crew hired The Family to take out Gulak and never paid for the hit. Gulak wasn’t just pulled from “WWE NXT,” as the former 24/7 Champion was also pulled from various WrestleMania Weekend events, including the WWE Hall of Fame ceremony, where Gulak was reportedly set to sit near a friend of Rousey’s.

Source: Wrestling Inc.

WWE NXT Preview 4/16/2024

Tonight’s WWE NXT in Orlando, Florida at the Performance Center on the USA Network.

  • Steel Cage Match: Carmelo Hayes vs. Trick Williams
  • Tony D’Angelo returns to NXT following Stand & Deliver loss
  • AOP vs. Malik Blade & Edris Enofe
  • Ridge Holland vs. Joaquin Wilde
  • Lola Vice vs. Sol Ruca
  • Dijak vs. Noam Dar
  • Thea Hail vs. Tatum Paxley