Paul Heyman’s NXT Return Unlikely Despite ECW Arena Show

One big thing: Paul Heyman is not expected to return at WWE NXT’s upcoming show at the iconic ECW Arena.

• WWE announced NXT will be held on Wednesday, November 6, at the 2300 Arena in Philadelphia (formerly known as the ECW Arena).
• The event will air live on The CW at 8 pm ET.
• Tickets go on sale October 22 at 12 pm ET/9 am PT on 2300arena.com.

Why it matters:

Paul Heyman’s potential return to the former ECW Arena would be a significant moment for longtime wrestling fans, given his history with the venue. However, WWE appears to be saving his comeback for a bigger stage.

The backstory:

• Heyman was ousted from The Bloodline in June after refusing to acknowledge Solo Sikoa as his Tribal Chief.
• He has been absent from WWE television since then.
• Fans have speculated about his potential return, especially for this NXT event at the ECW Arena.

What they’re saying:

Bryan Alvarez on Wrestling Observer Live: “They are not going to waste Paul Heyman’s return for an ECW show for NXT.”

The bottom line:

WWE is likely waiting for the right moment to bring Heyman back, potentially for a higher-profile event or storyline. His return to the company remains a matter of “when” rather than “if.”

What do you think about WWE’s decision to hold off on Paul Heyman’s return? Leave a comment below with your thoughts on when and how he should make his comeback.