Former NJPW Champion EVIL Makes Shock WWE NXT Debut, Instantly Targets Title Scene
On the 29th (Japan time), EVIL, who departed New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) at the end of January this year, made a shock appearance in WWE's developmental brand, "NXT." The sight of the former IWGP Heavyweight Champion taking his first steps into the world's premier wrestling ring has sparked a wave of excitement and shock among wrestling fans both in Japan and abroad. Maintaining the dark, atmospheric gimmick that defined his era in NJPW, EVIL appeared before the current NXT Champion, Tony D'Angelo. His debut was marked by exceptionally high status, as he immediately inserted himself into the title picture. The arena erupted with chants of "EVIL," demonstrating his high name recognition and overwhelming presence even in a new territory. On social media, while many fans offered congratulations with comments like "He's finally here!" and "A masterpiece goes global," there was also a lively debate regarding his debut being in NXT r...