The wrestling world is buzzing with anticipation as more TNA talent are reportedly expected to make a cross-promotional appearance on WWE NXT next Tuesday. The event will feature a 25-man battle royal to determine the next challenger for Trick Williams’ NXT Championship. This move follows TNA Knockouts Champion Jordynne Grace’s challenge against Roxanne Perez for the NXT Women’s Championship at Battleground, a match that also marked the return of Ash by Elegance (formerly Dana Brooke) to NXT.
According to Fightful Select, the majority of the talent set to appear in the battle royal were confirmed as of this Tuesday’s episode of NXT. Discussions have also included talent from the main roster. While TNA talents are expected to participate, the final lineup remains under wraps. Recent NXT commentary has hinted at potential participants like TNA’s Joe Henry and former STARDOM ace Giulia, with Fightful confirming these mentions were deliberate.
The 25-man over-the-top battle royal was announced by Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes during his NXT appearance this week. Rhodes informed Williams about the battle royal, cryptically adding, “You may know some of them, but some of them might be from different locker rooms,” hinting at the inclusion of TNA stars as well as main roster talent following WWE’s renewed collaboration with TNA.
Williams retained his NXT Championship at Battleground against newcomer Ethan Page, who recently joined NXT from AEW. The upcoming battle royal promises to be a thrilling spectacle, with fans eager to see which TNA stars will step into the NXT ring.