Ricky Saints chose to prioritize his pursuit of the Ricky Saints NXT Championship during the intense moment when the TNA Wrestling roster stormed WWE NXT on the September 23 episode. While chaos unfolded around Oba Femi and Trick Williams’ champion vs. champion match, Saints stayed fixated on the title rather than the surrounding disorder.
Events Surrounding the NXT and TNA Clash
The September 23 NXT main event escalated into turmoil as TNA wrestlers invaded the scene, challenging the NXT roster’s control during the champion showdown. In response, multiple NXT stars entered the ring to counter the intrusion. Amid this, Ricky Saints appeared but deliberately ignored the conflict unfolding both inside and outside the squared circle. His focus remained squarely on the NXT Championship instead of the brawl around him.
Ricky Saints Explains His Mindset During the Invasion
Speaking on Going Ringside, Saints clarified that the ongoing tussle between TNA and NXT wrestlers did not concern him personally, but the NXT Championship was his clear priority. He stated,
“I saw the NXT Championship amidst of all this chaos between TNA and NXT. You know, they’re fighting, it had nothing to do with me.
“I saw an opportunity, and I went for it. I’m good at being zoned in. I can do this a lot and lock in on something. And that’s what I did.
“Went for that title because ultimately I feel like it’s gonna be mine.
“Oba had other ideas of course, and you know, it is what it is.
But I’m glad I was able to walk through the minefield and get to where I wanted to get to, which was the NXT Championship on that podium.
— Ricky Saints, Professional Wrestler
Upcoming Title Match and Career Context
Ricky Saints is scheduled to face Oba Femi for the NXT Championship on September 27 at the No Mercy event. A victory would award him his second title since debuting with WWE in February, having previously held the NXT North American Championship. This pursuit represents a critical step in Saints’ growing prominence within WWE’s NXT brand.
Ongoing Storyline and Future Developments
The TNA invasion angle within NXT is an evolving storyline, capturing fan interest through these inter-promotional clashes. WWE has recently submitted a trademark application that may relate to this ongoing narrative, indicating that the company plans to continue developing the feud. The outcome of the No Mercy title match and subsequent events could shape the direction of this conflict and Saints’ rising role in NXT’s hierarchy.
