In a night filled with more twists than a roller coaster designed by a particularly mischievous child, WWE NXT’s “No Mercy” delivered an unforgettable moment—one that had everyone asking, “Did we just see what we think we saw, or was that a ghost?” Up-and-comer Jaida Parker put on a spirited performance against the reigning NXT Women’s Champion Roxanne Perez, but the real show-stealer wasn’t the match—it was the sudden, spooky debut of former New Japan Pro-Wrestling star Giulia. Yes, you read that right, folks—Giulia, not to be confused with your Aunt Julia who makes a killer lasagna.
After Perez’s hard-fought victory over Parker, which included more ribs being targeted than at an all-you-can-eat BBQ, the arena plunged into darkness. No, it wasn’t because someone forgot to pay the electric bill—this was a calculated move. The lights flickered back on to reveal a thick fog that could’ve been lifted straight out of a 1980s horror movie, and through it walked Giulia. If anyone was still wondering if they’d somehow stumbled into the wrong event, Giulia’s entrance confirmed it—things were about to get interesting.
As Perez raised her title high, Giulia stood there, cool as a cucumber, despite having been the subject of WWE rumors since April. Rumor had it she was dealing with some unfinished business over in Marigold and a pesky wrist injury that seemed determined to keep her on the sidelines. But now, she’s here, she’s clear, and she’s got a score to settle—or at least a title to chase.
Parker, meanwhile, deserves credit where credit is due. She gave Perez a run for her money, even if it did involve getting slammed through the barricade like a stunt double in a summer blockbuster. But it was Perez’s Pop Rox that ended Parker’s hopes and dreams—twice, for good measure. Just when we thought Perez could finally take a breather, Giulia’s arrival signaled that the champ’s problems are just beginning. Let’s just say, Perez might want to keep one eye on her title and the other on any suspicious fog that rolls in from now on.