Tonight’s SmackDown episode showcased several NXT talents, including the current champion. The event, held at the Thompson Bowling Arena in Knoxville, Tennessee, featured a tag team match where Ray Phoenix teamed up with NXT’s Jevon Evans to face off against Los Garza (Angel Garza and Humberto Carrillo).
NXT North American Champion Ethan Page provided commentary during the match and got involved after a confrontation with Phoenix outside the ring. After some intense moments, including Page sending masked wrestlers crashing into the announcer’s table and Jevon Evans delivering a super kick to Page, the match progressed with high-flying maneuvers from the NXT stars.
However, Ethan Page interfered by pushing Santos Escobar at a crucial moment, which allowed Ross Garza to secure the win for his team. Ethan Page had captured the North American title on the May 27 episode of NXT and is set to defend it in a fatal four-way match against Jevon Evans, Laredo Kid, and Rey Fenix at the upcoming Worlds Collide event on June 7th.
Fan Take: This crossover of NXT stars onto SmackDown not only heightens the excitement but also offers fresh matchups that keep WWE programming dynamic. With Ethan Page defending his title at Worlds Collide, fans can expect high-stakes action that could shape the future of WWE’s competitive landscape.
