NXT Champion Trick Williams Reflects on New Day Split: You Hate to See It

One Big Thing

NXT Champion Trick Williams shared his candid thoughts on The New Day’s shocking split on WWE Raw, revealing how Kofi Kingston personally inspired his wrestling career.

Why It Matters

The New Day’s breakup after 10 years marks a seismic shift in WWE programming, affecting:

• WWE’s longest-running and most successful faction
• The legacy of one of wrestling’s most popular teams
• Future storylines involving Big E, Xavier Woods, and Kofi Kingston

By The Numbers

• 10 years as a team
• The New Day segment was one of Raw’s highest-rated of 2023
• 11-time tag team champions together

Key Quotes

“I’m literally here wrestling because I watched ‘KofiMania,'” Williams said during an appearance on “No-Contest Wrestling.” “That’s what inspired me to say, ‘Hey, wrestling’s really special.'”

Behind The Split

• Tension between Woods and Kingston built over several weeks
• The turn happened during December 2’s Raw
• Woods and Kingston turned on Big E

Looking Ahead

The split opens new storyline possibilities and singles opportunities for all three members. The high ratings for their split segment suggest strong fan interest in their individual paths forward.

The Bottom Line

The New Day’s breakup represents more than just another wrestling storyline – it’s the end of an era that inspired a new generation of wrestlers, including current NXT Champion Trick Williams.

What do you think about The New Day’s split, and which member do you think will have the most success as a singles competitor? Share your thoughts in the comments below.