WWE continues to shake things up in an effort to expand its NXT audience. In recent months, the company has been bringing main roster stars to the show, resulting in increased interest and viewership. This week, fans were treated to another surprise appearance by a Monday Night Raw star.
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This week’s edition of NXT featured a mixed tag match between Rhea Ripley and Dominik Mysterio, and the team of Dragon Lee and Lyra Valkyria. However, late in the match, Raquel Rodriguez from Monday Night Raw made a surprise appearance and attacked Ripley, leading to a backstage brawl. This comes on the heels of the announcement of a World Women’s Title match between Rodriguez and Ripley at Payback.
The feud between Rodriguez and Ripley has been heating up in recent weeks. Here’s a look at their previous encounters:
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Opinion: This strategy of bringing main roster stars to NXT is a simple yet effective way to generate excitement. By showcasing bigger stars on the minor league show, it elevates the status of NXT and creates a must-watch atmosphere for fans. The ongoing feud between Rodriguez and Ripley has been captivating, and it’s great to see WWE capitalizing on this by incorporating it into the NXT storyline. This approach is working well, and it’s clear that WWE understands the value of these surprise appearances.
What did you think of the invasion? Which main roster stars would you like to see appear in NXT? Let us know in the comments below.
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