
News & Notes from 1/21 NXT Episode, Next Week’s Show, More – The January 21 episode of NXT on The CW featured several notable moments, including the return of Javier Bernal. Bernal, sidelined since June 2024 due to foot surgery, made his in-ring comeback during a match before the show aired, signaling his return to active competition.
Bayley made her second consecutive appearance on NXT this week, engaging in a heated brawl alongside Giulia against Roxanne Perez and Cora Jade. WWE later confirmed a tag team match featuring Bayley and Giulia taking on Perez and Jade for the January 28 episode. The pairing has generated excitement, as Bayley’s increased involvement brings added star power to NXT.
Elsewhere on the show, Austin Theory and Grayson Waller made a surprise visit to meet with NXT General Manager Ava. The duo praised Ava’s leadership and took shots at former authority figures, including The Rock and Nick Aldis. They announced that next week’s Grayson Waller Effect would feature NXT Champion Oba Femi as their special guest.
Niko Vance made his in-ring debut on NXT, partnering with Brooks Jensen to face Channing “Stacks” Lorenzo and Luca Crusifino. Vance secured the win for his team with a decisive lariat on Lorenzo, marking an impactful first appearance.
Meanwhile, Je’Von Evans remains sidelined with a jaw injury from an attack by Ethan Page in December. Cedric Alexander has stepped up to challenge Page in Evans’ absence, keeping tensions high as fans await Evans’ eventual return.
Announced Matches for the January 28 Episode of NXT:
- NXT Women’s North American Championship: Fallon Henley (c) vs. Shotzi
- WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships: Bianca Belair & Naomi (c) vs. Meta Girls (Lash Legend & Jakara Jackson)
- Trick Williams vs. Wes Lee
- Grayson Waller Effect with NXT Champion Oba Femi
- Giulia & Bayley vs. Roxanne Perez & Cora Jade
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News & Notes from 1/21 NXT Episode, Next Week’s Show, More