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Former NJPW star EVIL has commented on his WWE name change to Naraku for his appearances on NXT. The wrestler has transitioned from New Japan Pro Wrestling to WWE's developmental brand under the new ring name.
Former WWE Evolve Women's Champion Kali Armstrong has revealed that rapper Wale was the person who made her first consider becoming a wrestler. Armstrong credited the rapper with influencing her decision to pursue a career in professional wrestling.
Jim Rodriguez has confirmed his new role as a WWE Senior Associate Producer after recently joining the company. Rodriguez commented on his new position with WWE.
Bron Breakker has addressed his upcoming match against Seth Rollins at WWE Backlash, stating he wants to put their story "to bed." Breakker suggested that the time is coming to move on from his feud with Rollins.
WWE is attempting to restructure multiple talent contracts to implement pay cuts for several wrestlers. The company is working to lock in these reduced compensation amounts as part of the contract changes.
Naraku (formerly known as Evil) will make his in-ring debut on the May 12 episode of WWE NXT. The show will also feature Noam Dar wrestling Jackson Drake in singles action following Dar's return this week, and Birth Rite competing in six-man tag team action after Fit Finlay's return set the match in motion.
Natalya made a surprise return to NXT during the May 5 episode, appearing in a backstage segment with Jaida Parker. Parker had lost her match earlier in the show and was voicing her frustration when Natalya stepped into frame and led her off. The NXT Arena audience reacted positively to Natalya's unexpected appearance.
Former WWE Cruiserweight Champion Noam Dar made his return on WWE NXT tonight. Dar is set to compete in his first match in 11 months next week on the show.
Noam Dar made a surprise return during the May 5 episode of WWE NXT, appearing in a backstage segment where he stood up to The Vanity Project. His last televised match was on June 6, 2025, when he lost to Berto in the WWE Speed Championship No. 1 Contender Tournament Final on WWE Speed, though he has appeared at some NXT live events since then.
Royce Keys has expressed interest in working with family members from The Bloodline in the near future. Keys stated that he has known that family for a while, teasing a potential union with WWE's Bloodline faction.
Former IWGP Heavyweight Champion EVIL was given a new name and received a full debut date during Tuesday's WWE NXT. The announcement was made during the NXT broadcast.
Fit Finlay appeared on the May 5 episode of WWE NXT in a backstage segment with the Birth Rite stable. During the segment, Finlay held up a phone showing William Regal, who announced that Charlie Dempsey was sent back to training while the rest of Birth Rite needs to prepare for a six-man tag team match next week.