Backstage News on Ilja Dragunov in NXT and Potential Main Roster Call-Up – Fightful Select sheds light on the status of NXT Champion Ilja Dragunov ahead of his title defense against Tony D’Angelo at the upcoming Stand & Deliver premium live event.
Despite speculation among fans about Dragunov’s potential call-up to the main roster, particularly after his match with Tony D’Angelo, there are currently no plans to transition him to the main roster in the near future. However, sources indicate that Dragunov is expected to make the move shortly after relinquishing the NXT Championship, though the timing of his departure from NXT remains uncertain.
WWE reportedly has high expectations for Dragunov’s future, envisioning a trajectory akin to that of current WWE Intercontinental Champion, GUNTHER. This suggests that once Dragunov joins the main roster, he could receive a significant push and be positioned as a prominent figure in WWE programming.
Regarding NXT Europe, there is no indication that Dragunov will be involved in the potential expansion of the brand. While details about NXT’s expansion into Europe remain scarce, it appears that Dragunov’s future may lie elsewhere within WWE, possibly on the main roster, as he continues to make waves in the wrestling world as the formidable NXT Champion, the “Mad Russian.”
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Backstage News on Ilja Dragunov in NXT and Potential Main Roster Call-Up
