– During NXT Deadline, a spot involving Trick Williams and Ridge Holland—initially reminiscent of Big E’s neck injury—was significantly toned down between rehearsals and the actual match.
– Debbie Keitel concluded her time with Fight Factory in Ireland on December 7th and is expected to announce her next steps soon. Talent from Fight Factory spoke highly of Keitel, expressing disappointment at her departure.
– Despite speculation on social media, Oro Mensah has not been released by WWE as of December 13th. Additionally, there is no confirmation that Keanu Carver has exited the company.
– Gunther received widespread praise backstage for salvaging the final spot of the triple threat world title match at Saturday Night’s Main Event.
– NXT is set to tape content in Boston on December 17th at a live event in Lowell, but this will not be the brand’s final taping for 2024. The last taping will take place on Thursday, December 19th, at the WWE Performance Center in Orlando. These final tapings will include material for both the Christmas and New Year’s editions of NXT, allowing talent to enjoy the holiday season with their families. Similarly, WWE taped a second episode of Friday Night SmackDown on December 13th, scheduled to air on December 20th. For more backstage news on plans for WWE TV next week and during the Christmas week, click here.
– As we noted last night, Liv Morgan did not suffer a broken nose at Saturday Night’s Main Event. It is believed that the blood she drew following IYO SKY’s brutal knee was caused by a piercing rather than a more serious injury.
(H/T: Fightful Select)
