Lead Rumor: CM Punk running NXT
It was just a few weeks ago that word started getting out that Bruce Prichard would be transitioning from his role in WWE to a home based consultant position. That news was followed by word that Shawn Michaels, who currently runs NXT, would be stepping up to fill the void.
But what would that mean for NXT?
Initial rumors indicated AJ Styles would be more hands on with the developmental brand. That remains the case, according to PW Insider, but in the same role he’s in now, which is assisting in scouting
and the WWE ID program.
Instead, none other than CM Punk is who WWE has their eye on to replace Michaels in NXT. He’s apparently been at many NXT shows in recent weeks to sit alongside Michaels in preparation for the new gig. Good ol’ HBK, meanwhile, is expected to start splitting his time to prepare for his own transition.
Insider does note that there is no firm timeline in place for all this and WWE isn’t rushing anything here. But CM Punk could very well end up being the guy running NXT.
Meanwhile, the Wrestling Observer claims Michaels wouldn’t be taking Prichard’s position entirely, because “that position requires a lot of administrative work that Michaels is not likely to be doing. Others would be doing that work.”
They also back up Insider’s word on Punk being the guy to take over NXT but caution it “will be a slow transition over time.”
Other rumors floating around
- In the Daily Update, Dave Meltzer noted despite initial concerns related to the FAA grounding all flights yesterday, “everyone is expected to make it” to AEW’s Full Gear show.
- All should be well for TNA’s Destination X event too.
- According to Fightful Select, Xia Brookside’s contract with TNA is up soon but both sides are negotiating.
- In the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, the reason for the confusion in the Naraku vs. Shiloh Hill match was because the zombie referee apparently started the match during the hallucination period and that’s why they never rang a bell once they were out in the ring for the match.
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