Ethan Page has cemented his status as NXT Champion after a hard-fought victory over TNA star Joe Hendry at No Mercy, but there’s no rest for the reigning champ. With the ink barely dry on his latest title defense, Page is already gearing up for another battle—this time on one of the biggest stages yet. On October 1, Page will defend his NXT Championship during the much-anticipated premiere of “NXT” on The CW network, live from the Allstate Arena in Chicago, Illinois.
In a twist that’s sure to get the WWE Universe buzzing, the October 1 show won’t just be about the title defense. WWE has confirmed that none other than CM Punk will be making a special appearance, marking his return to his hometown of Chicago. This is more than just a cameo—according to Senior VP of Talent Development Creative Shawn Michaels, Punk personally requested to be part of this historic debut. But that’s not all; Michaels hinted that more main roster stars from “WWE Raw” and “WWE Smackdown” might be stepping into the NXT ring on this night, making it a must-watch event.
As for who will challenge Ethan Page for the NXT Championship, that remains a mystery. But with Michaels planning to bring in top talent from both the red and blue brands, the stakes are higher than ever. Could a main roster Superstar be eyeing the gold? Or will a dark horse contender from within NXT rise to the occasion? All eyes will be on the Allstate Arena as “NXT” kicks off its new era on The CW network.
And the excitement doesn’t stop there. The following week, on October 8, “NXT” will roll into St. Louis, Missouri, where Randy Orton is set to make a special appearance. As NXT prepares to embark on this thrilling new chapter, one thing is clear: the gold brand is ready to shine brighter than ever.
Get ready, WWE Universe—October 1 is shaping up to be a night of unforgettable action!