Jordynne Grace has been announced as the special guest referee for the women’s four-on-four elimination tag team match scheduled for the WWE NXT vs TNA Showdown on Tuesday. This appointment follows Grace’s expressed disappointment at not being included in either team’s lineup for the highly anticipated WWE NXT TNA showdown referee role.
Details of the Women’s Tag Team Match Participants
The tag team contest will feature notable wrestlers from both WWE NXT and TNA, with the NXT team consisting of NXT Women’s Champion Jacy Jayne, NXT Women’s North American Champion and WWE Speed Women’s Champion Sol Ruca, Jaida Parker, and Lola Vice. They will face off against the TNA team, which includes TNA Knockouts World Champion Kelani Jordan, TNA Knockouts World Tag Team Champions The IInspiration, and Mara Sadé.
Jordynne Grace’s Role as Special Guest Referee
After Jordynne Grace voiced her unhappiness about being overlooked for the show despite her pivotal role in initiating the partnership between WWE NXT and TNA, NXT General Manager Ava responded by appointing Grace as the special guest referee for the women’s Survivor Series–style match.
Ava addressed Grace directly, stating,
“Alright Jordynne, you’re right. You made some pretty good points, and you know what, I agree with you – I don’t think that there would be this NXT/TNA crossover partnership without everything that you’ve done starting two years ago.”
She continued,
“So, I have decided that you are going to be the special guest referee for the women’s Survivor Series style match on Tuesday.”
Ava also reminded Grace to maintain professionalism, considering her history with many of the competitors:
“Now, with that said, I know that you have a history with a lot of these women, so I’m asking you, please be professional and use your discretion.”
Finally, Ava concluded with, “I’ll see you Tuesday.”
Additional Matches on the Card
Alongside the women’s tag match, the WWE NXT vs TNA Showdown will feature a men’s four-on-four elimination tag team match. This contest will pit NXT Champion Ricky Saints, TNA World Champion Trick Williams, Je’Von Evans, and Myles Borne against Mike Santana, TNA International Champion Frankie Kazarian, Moose, and TNA X-Division Champion Leon Slater.
The event also includes other high-profile matches, such as Ethan Page defending the NXT North American Title against Mustafa Ali, and a winner-takes-all tag team match between NXT Tag Team Champions Dion Lennox and Osiris Griffin versus TNA World Tag Team Champions The Hardy Boyz. Additionally, Joe Hendry has confirmed his appearance on the card.
Significance of the WWE NXT TNA Showdown and Future Prospects
The WWE NXT vs TNA Showdown is a key moment for both promotions, showcasing top-tier talent in a crossover event that strengthens the partnership established between the organizations. Jordynne Grace’s presence as a special referee highlights her influence behind the scenes and adds an extra layer of excitement and credibility to the women’s elimination match.
This event also sets the stage for continued collaboration between WWE NXT and TNA, providing fans with unique matchups and potentially expanding opportunities for wrestlers from both promotions. As anticipation builds for Tuesday, viewers can expect high energy and competitive performances that underline the growing synergy between WWE and TNA.
