At WWE NXT No Mercy, Ricky Saints captured the NXT Title by defeating Oba Femi, concluding Femi’s nearly 10-month championship reign. Saints’ victory marked a key moment for the Ricky Saints WWE faction as fans witnessed a shift in NXT’s power dynamics.
Ricky Saints’ Potential Transformation and Faction Formation
While Saints was applauded as a heroic figure in the title match, his prior success as a bold, arrogant heel leaves the door open for a character change. Should Ricky Saints embrace a heel persona, forming a faction could be his next strategic step. This faction may include several promising NXT talents who complement his evolving role.
Josh Briggs: The Towering Enforcer
Josh Briggs, who stood out despite losing the opening match against Je’Von Evans, remains a prominent figure in NXT as a 6’8″ powerhouse. Recently, Briggs has showcased his skills in battles against Evans, Yoshiki Imamura, and Ricky Saints himself. His size and agility make him an ideal enforcer or “heater” within a faction aligned with Ricky Saints, providing strength and intimidation.
Expanding the Faction with Top NXT Competitors
Though details about other faction members remain unconfirmed, the idea of Ricky Saints assembling a group with high-caliber NXT stars is gaining traction. Saints’ leadership, paired with Bray’s physical presence, would present a formidable challenge to rival wrestlers and factions within NXT’s competitive environment.
This development signals WWE’s intent to refresh storylines and character alliances, highlighting emerging talents and altering the hierarchy in NXT wrestling.
