NXT’s Carmelo Hayes Joins SmackDown’s U.S. Championship Contender Tournament
Summary
– Shawn Michaels reveals that NXT star Carmelo Hayes will enter the WWE United States Championship No. 1 Contender Tournament.
– Hayes is set to face Grayson Waller in an upcoming match on WWE on Fox.
– This NXT inclusion adds a new dynamic to the tournament, with fans eagerly anticipating the showdown.
WWE has introduced an exciting NXT element into the ongoing WWE United States Championship No. 1 Contender Tournament on SmackDown. Last Friday, Bobby Lashley and Santos Escobar advanced to the next round, setting the stage for more thrilling matches. The upcoming week promises even more action, with Austin Theory set to face Kevin Owens and Grayson Waller up against a previously unannounced NXT superstar.
Wrestling legend Shawn Michaels quickly unveiled the mystery surrounding the NXT participant. In a surprising announcement, Michaels revealed that former NXT World Champion Carmelo Hayes will be the surprise opponent for Grayson Waller on the upcoming WWE on Fox show. This revelation has stirred excitement among fans, who are keen to see if Hayes can significantly impact SmackDown and potentially earn a shot at the WWE United States Championship.
Carmelo Hayes’ entry into the tournament brings a fresh NXT perspective to SmackDown’s championship scene. His upcoming match against Grayson Waller is highly anticipated, with fans curious to see how the NXT star will fare in this high-stakes environment.
This NXT invasion on SmackDown underscores WWE’s commitment to showcasing talent from different brands and creating intriguing matchups for its audience. As the WWE universe eagerly awaits this exciting showdown, the tournament is shaping up to be a memorable event in WWE’s calendar.
BREAKING: @ShawnMichaels has announced that the #WWENXT Superstar entering the #USTitle Tournament on #SmackDown is former @WWENXT Champion @Carmelo_WWE! pic.twitter.com/gqx4fX2GwR
— WWE (@WWE) December 11, 2023
