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WATCH AEW's Ricky Starks makes his shocking WWE NXT debut (Source: X)
Ricky Starks made his shocking WWE NXT debut and took the internet on storm. A few weeks ago, Ricky was still in AEW and nearly none anticipated his move to WWE. Ricky surprised everyone by entering WWE NXT and he claimed he needed no introduction. Starks claimed NXT needed a future Superstar like him in the roster.
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Starks was in AEW for multiple years and had an impact on the company. He was one of the stars Tony Khan had. However, Ricky was not used well in the last few months. It seemed like both Ricky and WWE were waiting for the end of his contract. As soon as it ended, both sides jumped the gun.
Watch Ricky Starks' WWE NXT debut here -
THIS WAS SO UNEXPECTED AND OUT OF NOWHERE
— 𝙎𝙖𝙢 (@RhodesKotaEra) February 12, 2025
RICKY STARKS ON #WWENXTpic.twitter.com/XmK8rFzc8m
It took absolutely no time for WWE and Ricky to sign a contract. Ricky has unique Wrestling style and is good on the mic. Many felt it was one of the blunders from AEW to not allow him enough screen time in the last few weeks. Some believed it was a mistake from AEW to let go of him.
Ricky Starks takes internet on storm by his WWE NXT debut
Starks' debut has created a wave in the WWE universe already. His debut was very shocking and unexpected to say the least. As WWE NXT was about to go off-air, the focus went on someone through the stands who showed up with a sleeveless shirt. Fans went crazy as they knew it was Starks.
"Holy sh*t" chants broke out as Ricky came up with the mic and addressed the fans. The star wrestler had a great aura which was felt by the commentators who didn't have a clue about his surprising debut. Fans chanted "Ricky Starks" and gave their approval for the terrific debut.
Ricky addressed the fans and felt he needed no introduction. The former AEW Superstar claimed he was in WWE to change its roadmap. Starks felt NXT needed someone like him who is the future Superstar of the company. The segment has gone viral on X, Instagram, and other social media platforms.