WWE Roster Cuts Signal Major NXT Call-ups for 2025

One Big Thing

WWE released multiple superstars this week, with sources indicating these cuts are making room for significant NXT call-ups planned for 2025.

By the Numbers

• 8 talents released in the latest wave
• 3 former NXT stars (Giovanni Vinci, Isla Dawn, Blair Davenport)
• 2 tag teams affected (Authors of Pain, Good Brothers)

The Latest Releases

• Giovanni Vinci
• Isla Dawn
• Blair Davenport
• Akam & Rezar (Authors of Pain)
• Paul Ellering
• Cedric Alexander
• Sonya Deville
• The Good Brothers

Why It Matters

These releases point to WWE’s strategy of refreshing its main roster after WrestleMania 41, creating opportunities for emerging NXT talent.

Behind the Scenes

Sources within NXT told Fightful Select that WWE plans to bring up multiple NXT stars to Raw and SmackDown in 2025, following a pattern of roster refreshes after WrestleMania season.

Recent Success Stories

• Carmelo Hayes
• Ilja Dragunov
• Tiffany Stratton

What’s Next

WWE will likely announce new call-ups in the months following WrestleMania 41, with several NXT standouts ready for the main roster spotlight.

The Bottom Line

These releases mark the start of WWE’s annual roster refresh cycle, setting the stage for new stars to emerge on Raw and SmackDown.

Which NXT superstars do you think are ready for a main roster call-up? Share your predictions in the comments below.