Tuesday’s episode of NXT saw a shocking twist as TNA Knockouts Champion Jordynne Grace was announced as Roxanne Perez’s next challenger for the NXT Women’s Championship. The announcement by general manager Ava took the WWE Universe by surprise, especially since there were no rumors and leaks prior to the announcement.
TNA Champion’s appearance has sparked huge excitement
Grace is known for her huge dominance in TNA and now she has walked back to WWE and announced her intention to challenge Perez, aiming to leave Las Vegas as a double champion. This shocking and surprising crossover has sparked excitement in the WWE Universe, with some describing it as opening a real forbidden door. WWE superstar Chelsea Green reacted with ‘OMFG’ on social media. Grace had previously hinted at her return to WWE after her appearance at the Royal Rumble and she confirmed the speculation with a simple tweet: ‘I told you so.’ Anticipation grew throughout the week, with rumors circulating about who Roxanne Perez’s next challenger would be, but no one thought it would be Grace.
This brings new competition to NXT
Grace’s appearance in NXT marks an iconic crossover between WWE and TNA. This is one of the most notable cross-promotional efforts by WWE, especially since Grace previously appeared at the 2024 Women’s Royal Rumble. However, this time the NXT Women’s Championship will be on the line, giving Jordynne a chance to make a huge impact as a non-official wrestler on WWE’s roster.
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Fans expressed their excitement on X and highlighted the rarity and significance of such a crossover. Chants of TNA echoed throughout WWE’s arena, making it an exciting and thrilling moment that earned applause from fans. Additionally, to her upcoming title clash against Perez, Grace is also set to face Stevie Turner next week on NXT. It seems like Grace will be ready for her match at Battleground. This not only brings new competition to NXT but also opens the door for future collaboration between WWE and TNA.
