The WWE NXT program is set to air on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 8/7c on The CW Network, marking the start of the road to WWE NXT Halloween Havoc from Florida. This episode will feature a unique crossover event as NASCAR drivers Cole Custer and Sam Mayer make special appearances, creating an exciting blend of motorsport and professional wrestling for fans of both arenas.
Major Matches Headline the WWE NXT September 23 Card
Along with the NASCAR guest appearances, the WWE NXT September 23 lineup boasts several significant matches. Oba Femi, the NXT Champion, will face Trick Williams, the TNA Champion, in a high-stakes Winner Takes All title bout where both championships will be on the line. Additionally, Candice LeRae will compete against Lainey Reid to determine the Number One Contender for the WWE Women’s Speed Championship, intensifying the competition in the women’s division. The card also includes a Lights Out match between Myles Borne and Lexis King, promising a brutal and thrilling encounter for viewers.
Anticipation Grows for the Special NXT Event
As the event nears, excitement is building on social media. The CW Network posted an announcement emphasizing the special NASCAR guest stars, alerting fans of the unprecedented crossover.
“You won’t want to miss this,”
the statement read, highlighting Cole Custer and Sam Mayer’s involvement in the show.
You won’t want to miss this,
NASCAR drivers Cole Custer and Sam Mayer make a special appearance on an all-new WWE NXT TOMORROW at 8/7c on The CW,
— The CW Sports (@TheCW_Sports)
WWE NXT also teased the high-profile matches via Twitter, showcasing the title-for-title contest between Oba Femi and Trick Williams, the Women’s Speed No. 1 Contender final between Candice LeRae and Lainey Reid, and the Lights Out match featuring Myles Borne versus Lexis King. The posts encouraged fans to tune in for what promises to be a loaded and intense episode.
TOMORROW on #WWENXT
😳 @Obaofwwe vs. @_trickwilliams – Title for Title, Winner Takes All
⏰ @CandiceLeRae vs. @lainey_wwe – Women’s Speed No. 1 Contender Tournament Final
💡 @mylesborne_wwe vs. @LexisKingWWE – Lights Out Match
📺 8ET/7CT on @TheCW
— WWE NXT (@WWENXT)
Context and Upcoming Storylines to Watch
This edition of WWE NXT arrives amid a series of ongoing storylines and backstage buzz involving key figures such as Seth Rollins and Alexa Bliss, while also addressing developments in the women’s division and emerging stars like Myles Borne and Lexis King. The crossover appearance of NASCAR drivers adds a fresh element that may broaden the show’s appeal and create new storytelling possibilities. Fans can also anticipate continued anticipation generated by recent controversies and exciting rivalries backstage and within the ring.
What to Expect After the September 23 Event
The WWE NXT September 23 show is not only a critical step towards Halloween Havoc but also a potentially transformative moment for the brand’s crossover outreach, bringing the excitement of NASCAR into the wrestling world. With several championship stakes on the line, the results will likely shape key feuds moving forward and influence the pathways for title contenders. Fans and industry watchers will be closely observing the episode to gauge emerging talent, storyline shifts, and any impact from the NASCAR guest appearances.
You won't want to miss this!
NASCAR drivers @ColeCuster and @sam_mayer_ make a special appearance on an all-new @WWENXT 🔥
TOMORROW at 8/7c on The CW pic.twitter.com/s72ETMfOsL
— The CW Sports (@TheCW_Sports) September 22, 2025
TOMORROW on #WWENXT
😳 @Obaofwwe vs. @_trickwilliams – Title for Title, Winner Takes All
⏰ @CandiceLeRae vs. @lainey_wwe – Women's Speed No. 1 Contender Tournament Final
💡 @mylesborne_wwe vs. @LexisKingWWE – Lights Out Match
📺 8ET/7CT on @TheCW pic.twitter.com/pTGEjNy5J5
— WWE NXT (@WWENXT) September 22, 2025
