Ridge Holland Debuts “The Steam Pig” Gimmick at NXT Live Event – Ridge Holland returned to action this weekend with a striking transformation, unveiling a completely new persona at the July 19 NXT live event in Tampa, Florida. Now known as “The Steam Pig,” Holland introduced fans to a revamped character that included new ring gear, a custom headband, and his own logo, signaling a major shift in presentation for the former NXT Tag Team Champion.
In his first match under the new identity, Holland defeated Tate Wilder in singles action. The performance marked his first in-ring appearance since May and may represent a turning point in his NXT career.
The Yorkshire native has long been known for his bruising, physical style, but his on-screen character has fluctuated between babyface and heel over the years. The introduction of “The Steam Pig” could be an effort by WWE to reboot Holland’s trajectory with a more defined and potentially crowd-engaging gimmick.
WWE’s Florida-based NXT house shows frequently serve as the testing ground for new personas and character tweaks before they appear on TV. Whether “The Steam Pig” becomes a staple on Tuesday nights remains to be seen, but fans and insiders will be paying close attention to how this new chapter unfolds.
Ridge Holland Debuts “The Steam Pig” Gimmick at NXT Live Event
