Former NXT standout sets sights on world championship gold
Summary
– Trick Williams has officially joined the WWE SmackDown roster
– He confronted Sami Zayn during his in-ring appearance on the show
– Williams made it clear he is targeting the world championship quickly
Trick Williams is now officially part of the WWE SmackDown roster, marking a major step forward in his WWE career.
Williams appeared on SmackDown one week after being seen backstage with Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes. This time, he made his presence felt in the ring by confronting Sami Zayn.
During the exchange, Williams stated that SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis specifically wanted him on the blue brand because he is a star. Williams made it clear that his goal is to become world champion and suggested it would not take him decades to reach that level.
Zayn fired back by saying Williams has not yet been humbled on the main roster. He added that he would gladly be the one to teach that lesson if the opportunity arises.
Williams enters SmackDown with an accomplished résumé, having previously held the NXT Championship twice as well as the TNA World Championship.
Is @_trickwilliams the future of WWE? 🤩 pic.twitter.com/M3f13dTaX7
— WWE (@WWE) January 3, 2026
