Nia Jax Calls for Ava’s Main Roster Move, Praises Her NXT GM Role

One Big Thing

WWE superstar Nia Jax wants her family member Ava (Simone Johnson) to join the main roster, praising her cousin’s performance as NXT General Manager.

Key Details

• Ava, daughter of The Rock, currently serves as NXT General Manager
• Jax praised Ava’s growing confidence in her leadership role
• The two are second cousins once removed through their Samoan family lineage
• WWE plans to feature Ava more prominently on television in 2024

Direct Quote

“I’m so proud of her. She has really come into her own,” Jax told TV Insider. “I feel her confidence has gotten bigger. She is running that show and with ease. I can’t wait to see her up here on the main roster, possibly doing a similar role as well.”

Why It Matters

• Ava’s potential main roster move would add to the strong Anoa’i/Fatu family presence on WWE programming
• Her success as NXT GM shows she can handle significant on-screen responsibilities
• The Rock’s recent WWE return has increased focus on the next generation of the Samoan dynasty

By the Numbers

• Ava began her NXT GM role in 2023
• She represents the fourth generation of her family in WWE
• The Anoa’i/Fatu family currently has multiple members across WWE brands

What’s Next?

Reports indicate WWE plans to expand Ava’s television presence, suggesting a possible transition to Raw or SmackDown could be in her future.

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