WWE NXT fans were treated to a moment of wrestling history as The Undertaker returned to the black-and-gold brand to confront TNA World Champion Trick Williams. After a week of tension that started with a phone call and spilled over to social media, the Deadman made good on his promise—and may have teased stepping back into the ring once again.
A Brewing Rivalry Sparks from Backstage Drama
It all began on last week’s NXT episode, when Trick Williams interrupted a casual conversation backstage between members of Undertaker’s new protégés: Shiloh Hill, Dani Sekelsky, Bayley Humphrey, and Drake Morreaux—collectively known as Team LFG. Williams’ arrogant antics clearly rubbed the group the wrong way, prompting a swift phone call from their mentor, The Undertaker. The WWE Hall of Famer didn’t mince words, delivering a warning to Williams via social media that caught the attention of fans and insiders alike.
This interaction ignited speculation across the wrestling world, especially when it was confirmed that Undertaker would appear live on NXT to address the incident directly.
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American Badass Rides Again—Without the Bike
When this week’s NXT arrived, Trick Williams hit the ring with his TNA World Championship in hand, oozing confidence. But as the lights dimmed and the familiar gong echoed through the arena, the mood shifted. Instead of the eerie organ tones of The Deadman, fans were hit with American Badass—a nod to Undertaker’s edgier, biker-inspired persona.
Although he didn’t bring out the motorcycle, Undertaker’s entrance was met with thunderous cheers. Once in the ring, he went straight for Williams—not with fists at first, but with words. He dissected Williams’ rise and current status as TNA World Champion, highlighting how far removed he was from the person who once held the NXT title. While acknowledging his charisma and championship swagger, The Undertaker warned that those traits wouldn’t save him from a fall if he kept repeating the mistakes of others.
A Chilling Threat—and a Violent Ending
The confrontation reached its climax when The Undertaker looked Williams in the eye and delivered a now-viral quote:
“You’re a little too light in the ass to step to an OG. Now, you wanna dance with the devil, I can flip that switch real quick, but listen Trick, when I do, I promise you, I will make you famous.”
With the crowd still processing those words, Williams made a critical error—he tried to attack. But the veteran wasn’t caught off guard. The Undertaker caught Williams and drove him to the mat with a thunderous chokeslam, leaving the TNA Champion humiliated in the center of the ring.
It was a moment that ignited speculation across the WWE Universe: could this be the start of one final match?
Could Undertaker Wrestle Again?
While The Undertaker officially retired after his cinematic Boneyard Match at WrestleMania 36 in 2020, WWE history has taught fans to never rule anything out. Legends like Shawn Michaels, Ric Flair, and even The Rock have returned to the ring long after declaring their careers finished.
At 60, Undertaker’s physical limits are certainly different, but a well-built, protected match—especially one tied to his role mentoring LFG—could be compelling enough to bring him back, even for just one night.
If Trick Williams continues antagonizing him or his team, Undertaker’s line about flipping the switch might be more than just a cool promo—it could be a warning of a final reckoning.
Whether this leads to a match or remains a powerful one-off, the confrontation added a major dose of excitement to WWE NXT. Fans are already fantasy-booking a potential showdown between the icon and the upstart champion.
Stay tuned for more updates as this storyline unfolds—and remember, in WWE, never say never.
