Former AEW Wrestlers Jade Cargill and Brian Pillman Jr. Make Their Debut on WWE NXT
In an exciting turn of events, two former AEW wrestlers, Jade Cargill and Brian Pillman Jr., made their first official appearances on WWE NXT during this week’s episode. The timing of their appearances couldn’t have been more interesting, as “NXT” and “AEW Dynamite” were going head-to-head in a ratings war on Tuesday night due to “Dynamite” temporarily shifting evenings to accommodate the Major League Baseball playoffs.
During the “NXT” episode, viewers were treated to a video package featuring Brian Pillman Jr. In the package, Pillman Jr. shared how he doesn’t really remember his late father, former WWE and WCW star Brian Pillman. He also announced that moving forward, he will be using the last name “King” because he wants to establish his own identity in the wrestling world. Pillman Jr. joined WWE’s developmental brand in August but has yet to make his in-ring debut.
Jade Cargill, on the other hand, made her entrance during a backstage segment. She arrived in a white SUV and was welcomed by Shawn Michaels, the Senior Vice President of Talent Development Creative. WWE fans caught a glimpse of Cargill during the Fastlane pre-show last Saturday when WWE CCO Paul “Triple H” Levesque was seen greeting her. Cargill officially signed with the WWE on September 26, and her appearance on NXT marks her first official step into the company.
The crossover between AEW and WWE continues to generate excitement among wrestling fans. Both Jade Cargill and Brian Pillman Jr. bring their own unique skills and personalities to the table, and it will be interesting to see how they fare in the WWE universe. With the ongoing ratings war between “NXT” and “AEW Dynamite,” the addition of these former AEW wrestlers adds an extra layer of competition and anticipation.
As the dynamic between AEW and WWE continues to evolve, fans can look forward to more surprises, debuts, and intense rivalries. The wrestling world is undoubtedly being shaken up, and it’s an exciting time for both fans and wrestlers alike. Stay tuned for more updates on the ever-evolving landscape of professional wrestling.