Folks, we’ve seen a lot of surprises in pro wrestling, but this one was a game-changer. Just ONE DAY after receiving his release from AEW, Ricky Starks showed up on WWE NXT like he owned the place—no music, no warning, just a microphone, a spotlight, and an arena full of stunned fans.
Honestly? This was a moment.
Picture it: The ring crew is still setting up the steel cage for the main event, everyone’s minding their business, and then BOOM—Ricky Starks appears in the crowd, mic in hand.
- No theme song.
- No dramatic entrance.
- Just the man and his words.
And boy, did he have something to say:
“If NXT is the future of professional wrestling, well guess what, you need an absolute superstar of the future. If this is the hottest brand, well you need the hottest free agent right now, baby. Everyone’s been asking when the revolution will be televised again. Well, I’m right here, aren’t I?”
Folks, the swagger was off the charts.
For those keeping track, Starks was quietly removed from AEW’s roster page on Monday, and reports confirmed he had zero non-compete clause. Translation? He could show up anywhere immediately.
- AEW picked up the option year on his contract but then… just let him sit on the bench instead of using him. 🤔
- His deal was supposed to run out in the spring. But clearly? He wasn’t waiting around.
And now? He’s here. NXT Vengeance Day is just a few days away, and while Starks didn’t confirm if he’ll be there… something tells me he’s not done making waves.
This, my friends, is a revolution.