The ongoing collaboration between NXT and TNA continues to bear fruit for their respective fanbases, providing exciting moments and memorable reunions. One of the highlights has been the surprise reunion of The Rascalz. On “Busted Open Radio,” Rascalz member Trey Miguel enthusiastically shared his experience performing in front of a WWE audience for the first time.
“That feeling of hearing TNA [chants], that was amazing,” Miguel said. “It was one of those validating moments of wondering, will they know who I am? Will they know who we are? Will they know where we’re from? Do they watch? Are they paying attention? And it seemed like a big yes, big thumbs up … It was four years of dreaming and hoping and loving and wondering and manifesting. It was everything to us. I don’t have words.”
The reunion kicked off on the July 9 episode of “WWE NXT,” when NXT star Wes Lee seemed poised to announce a hiatus from in-ring competition. That plan, however, did not come to pass, thanks to an interruption by former Rascalz teammates Trey Miguel and Zachary Wentz. The following week, on the July 16 episode, the TNA-contracted duo joined forces with Lee in a victorious six-man tag team match against Gallus, much to the delight of the fans.
“Prior to the reunion, Miguel said he had spoken to Frankie Kazarian, a fellow TNA talent who had previously made an appearance on ‘NXT.’ Kazarian apparently had nothing but great things to say about his experience in the locker room. ‘That entire day was amazing,’ Miguel said. ‘It lived up to everything [Kazarian] said. He said, ‘They really rolled out the red carpet for us.’ I could say the exact same thing.'”
Further crossover buzz was added during the bout when TNA standout Joe Hendry appeared for guest commentary, enhancing the excitement surrounding the match and the collaboration between the two promotions.
Miguel continued to reflect on the surreal experience, saying, “It was four years of dreaming and hoping and loving and wondering and manifesting. It was everything to us. I don’t have words.” The response from the WWE audience, characterized by enthusiastic TNA chants, was a significant moment of validation for Miguel and his Rascalz teammates.
The reunion of The Rascalz and their immediate impact on “WWE NXT” is a testament to the success of the ongoing collaboration between NXT and TNA. Fans have been treated to a unique blend of talents from both promotions, creating fresh and exciting matchups that have resonated well with audiences.
“That feeling of hearing TNA [chants], that was amazing,” Miguel reiterated. “It was one of those validating moments of wondering, will they know who I am? Will they know who we are? Will they know where we’re from? Do they watch? Are they paying attention? And it seemed like a big yes, big thumbs up.”
The presence of The Rascalz in NXT, alongside the positive reception from fans and fellow wrestlers, underscores the potential for future collaborations and crossovers. As both promotions continue to innovate and push the boundaries of professional wrestling, moments like these highlight the power of unity and shared passion within the wrestling community.
In the words of Trey Miguel, the reunion and the reception they received were the culmination of years of hard work, dreams, and the unwavering belief that they could make an impact on one of the biggest stages in professional wrestling.
