Ricky Starks Makes Stunning WWE NXT Debut After AEW Departure

The former AEW star surprised fans with a fiery promo during the February 11 episode of NXT, marking his return to WWE after over a decade.

Ricky Starks made his first WWE appearance in over a decade, debuting on NXT just one day after his release from AEW was reported.
Starks delivered a confident promo in front of a cheering crowd, calling himself the 'hottest free agent' and declaring his intent to shake things up in NXT.
The Undertaker praised Starks, recalling their past interactions and commending his work ethic and respect for the wrestling business.
Starks' move to WWE follows a period of creative differences and inactivity in AEW, where he was last seen on television in March 2024.
Starks' arrival adds to NXT's growing momentum, with the brand consistently outperforming AEW Dynamite in total viewership since late 2024.