It’s finally official, and Wednesday night just became a very busy night for wrestling fans. NXT will start airing live on Wednesday nights at 8PM Eastern on USA Network, going head to head with All Elite Wrestling’s TNT show for two hours every week.
As you’d expect, Team WWE had a lot to say about the news on social media. From the top guys to the announce team to alumni (now more likely to show up as returning or guest stars) to the brand’s current roster - here’s a sampling:
Thrilled everyday to see the progression in these Superstars. Now we get to tear the house down every Wednesday night on @USA_Network. #WeAreNXT https://t.co/PM2xahzpWE
— Shawn Michaels (@ShawnMichaels) August 20, 2019
Beyond proud and excited. The blood, sweat and tears that got us where we are today has paid off. This is just the beginning. #WeAreNXT https://t.co/pAGvmmUWQQ
— Matt Bloom (@NXTMattBloom) August 20, 2019
I had the honor of being part of the first #SmackDownLive broadcast on @USA_Network I am even more excited to be part of the @WWENXT broadcast team with @McGuinnessNigel & @TheBethPhoenix on USA! WE’LL DO IT LIVE! ❤️
— Mauro Ranallo (@mauroranallo) August 20, 2019
One more time for the kids in the back (& because Twitter can never take things at face value) I WILL BE ANNOUNCING @WWENXT ON @USA_Network EVERY WEDNESDAY AT @FullSail Now back to your regularly scheduled trol-I mean tweeting. ❤️ #NXTOnUSA
— Mauro Ranallo (@mauroranallo) August 20, 2019
A long step away from “developmental system down in Florida.” From the first #NXTArRIVAL on @WWENetwork to a weekly television show on @USA_Network. Congratulations to @WWE and @WWENXT! https://t.co/zJNt5FANBI
— John Cena (@JohnCena) August 20, 2019
NXT helped a lot of us to get the spotlight—now is its time to shine. https://t.co/GaihMpwXUs
— The Man (@BeckyLynchWWE) August 20, 2019
From the first episode, the #NXTChampionship, @FullSail University, the creation of the @WWEPC, #NXTArRival, #NXTTakeOver, the American Dream Dusty Rhodes, the Women’s Evolution, and everything along the way. A huge announcement for @WWENXT. #WeAreNXT https://t.co/FxYMpGLOuX
— Seth Rollins (@WWERollins) August 20, 2019
A lot of time has been spent in the trenches with the men and women I was in @WWENXT with. From armories to the main event of #WrestleMania, we’ve come along way. And we’ll always be @WWENXT. #WeAreNXT https://t.co/XurUzTyLRL
— Roman Reigns (@WWERomanReigns) August 20, 2019
Huge news for the crew @WWENXT and @TripleH. Congrats to all. https://t.co/TmLW3cEnni
— AJStyles.Org (@AJStylesOrg) August 20, 2019
My time in @WWENXT was so important. Glitter, glitz, sparkle, #Blissed. This is so exciting for everyone @WWE! @usa_network https://t.co/CaUtPQmoLC
— Lexi Kaufman (@AlexaBliss_WWE) August 20, 2019
I still remember us shooting the pilot episode from Full Sail. We were really unsure of what @WWENXT would become. It’s been incredible to see absurdly talented men & women make this one of the strongest brands in our industry. https://t.co/IgmD73VgyZ
— Florida Man (@WWEBigE) August 20, 2019
I’m jealous. But mostly so proud of @WWENXT and how far it’s come. Here’s to the future! https://t.co/qfsPPUPeyr
— Bayley (@itsBayleyWWE) August 20, 2019
I represented @WWENXT as Women’s Champion. Very proud of this brand. Congrats! We are NXT! !！https://t.co/Vl6VHuUOym pic.twitter.com/Shwf5lksH1
— ASUKA / 明日華 (@WWEAsuka) August 20, 2019
I came to @WWE as @WWENXT. I wanted to spread a message of art through wrestling. Very excited for all. @usa_network pic.twitter.com/ijXJtLhbCK
— Shinsuke Nakamura (@ShinsukeN) August 20, 2019
What an amazing accomplishment. My time in @WWENXT meant a lot to me. Congratulations everyone!! ❤️ https://t.co/dfhXtVPej5
— Billie Kay (@BillieKayWWE) August 20, 2019
Uh ohhh @WWENXT on the @USA_Network yeah we definitely want the smoke on there #StreetProfits #WeAreNXT https://t.co/RxSMRykxGn
— Angelo Dawkins (@AngeloDawkins) August 20, 2019
I told you...@WWENXT as a brand is bigger, better, and stronger with the #UndisputedERA in it. You can thank us for the move to @USA_Network on September 18th. Only the beginning...#BayBay #AdamColeBayBay pic.twitter.com/pLdTOxhalV
— Adam Cole (@AdamColePro) August 20, 2019
Movements probably https://t.co/5XeXCitRlG
— Pete Dunne (@PeteDunneYxB) August 20, 2019
My brothers and I do not disappoint.. We are headed to @USA_Network LIVE Sept. 18 will be UNDISPUTED.. #OurERA https://t.co/64LZFwy49P
— Bobby Fish (@theBobbyFish) August 20, 2019
Let the games begin!!! https://t.co/HSzpq2HUVm
— matthew riddle (@SuperKingofBros) August 20, 2019
#HBIC coming through to @USA_Network starting sept 18!!! Started from the bottom now we here. #WWENXT poppin off! @WWENXT pic.twitter.com/Rt6wMPtqxw
— The HBIC (@MiaYim) August 20, 2019
Here we go! Only the strongest will survive and we are here to prove that on Sept 18th the gold brand of @WWENXT holds the !
— Isaiah Swerve Scott (@swerveconfident) August 20, 2019
LIVE ON THE @USA_Network!!! https://t.co/cJ6gBJrefn
My face right now, happy and excited for the @WWENXT brand coming to @USA_Network. I’m looking forward to seeing what the roster and crew responsible for my favorite shows in wrestling bring to TV - what an amazing time. pic.twitter.com/vCxoVJhvOB
— Sam Roberts (@notsam) August 20, 2019
I was once told I wasn't "tv friendly".
— Bronson Reed 'AUSzilla' (@bronsonreedwwe) August 20, 2019
Well @WWENXT is coming to @USA_Network and I can't wait to show the haters they were wrong!
Let's change the world!#wearenxt #bigbronsonenergy pic.twitter.com/RfSyTMHsX8
Is a Spicy News:Starting Sept. 18, @WWENXT will air LIVE as a two-hour weekly show every Wednesday on @USA_Network! #WeAreNXT #Spicy pic.twitter.com/NhUnvqbaX9
— Xia Li (@XiaWWE) August 20, 2019
The rumors are true, we DESERVE it ! So proud to be part of @WWENXT ❤️ Time to show the world that #LatinasDoItBetter
— LATINA (@TaynaraContiWWE) August 20, 2019
The rumors are true, we DESERVE it ! So proud to be part of @WWENXT ❤️ Time to show the world that #LatinasDoItBetter
— LATINA (@TaynaraContiWWE) August 20, 2019
Some on Team AEW reacted to (and in one case, trying to break) the news yesterday, and that continued today after the official announcement:
We aren’t scared. https://t.co/7mMS8zC1KQ
— The Young Bucks® (@NickJacksonYB) August 19, 2019
Congrats to @WWENXT for making the big move to the @USA_Network! Runners always race faster when somebody is right behind them. Gonna be fun to see which team the world decides to join! #ChooseJericho @AEWrestling @AEWonTNT
— Chris Jericho (@IAmJericho) August 20, 2019
There will be more as wrestling’s new reality settles in for all of us. Feel free to share any you’ve seen in the comments below.