Nathan Frazer Bio
Benjamin Timms, born on 23 July 1998, is a British professional wrestler better known by his current ring name, Nathan Frazer. He performs for WWE on the SmackDown brand, where he continues to build a reputation as one of the company’s most athletic young performers. Before arriving on SmackDown, Frazer competed in WWE’s developmental system, NXT, and previously appeared for All Elite Wrestling during the early stages of his professional career. Over the course of his career, he has held the NXT Heritage Cup Championship and is a two-time NXT Tag Team Champion as one half of the team Fraxiom alongside Axiom.
Early Life and Background
Benjamin Timms was born on 23 July 1998 in Jersey, in the Channel Islands. He is British by nationality and grew up with an early interest in physical performance and athletics, eventually finding his path into professional wrestling as a teenager. The Channel Islands, located just off the coast of Normandy, France, provided a close-knit community environment that supported his ambitions to train overseas in the United States.
Seeking formal wrestling instruction, Timms traveled to the United States to study at the Black and Brave Wrestling Academy. There, he was trained by fellow professional wrestlers Seth Rollins and Marek Brave, two respected figures within the industry. The academy’s rigorous training program helped transform Timms from an aspiring athlete into a ready professional competitor, giving him a foundation in-ring before he made his official debut in 2018.
Path to Professional Wrestling
Timms launched his professional wrestling career in 2018 under the ring name Benjamin Carter, beginning on the independent circuit. He quickly booked matches with a range of promotions, including Resolute Wrestling in Crossville, Tennessee, where he faced wrestlers such as Toby Farley, Caleb Courageous, and Christopher Carlton. His performances at these smaller events helped him gain experience and exposure within the broader wrestling scene.
As his reputation grew, Timms received opportunities with larger promotions, including Impact Wrestling and All Elite Wrestling. In 2020, he was invited by AEW’s head of Talent Relations, Christopher Daniels, to appear for the promotion. Wrestling under the name Ben Carter, he debuted at Daily’s Place in Jacksonville, Florida, in September 2020, facing Ricky Starks on AEW Dark before later appearing on Dynamite against Scorpio Sky. Although he posted a 1-2 record in AEW, the appearances helped raise his profile enough to attract the attention of WWE, which officially signed him in December 2020.
Nathan Frazer Career
Early Career (2018–2020)
During his early years on the independent circuit, Benjamin Timms performed under the name Benjamin Carter and competed against a variety of opponents across multiple promotions. His work at Resolute Wrestling allowed him to sharpen his craft in front of live crowds, and his appearances with Impact Wrestling and All Elite Wrestling introduced him to a wider international audience. By the time WWE came calling, he had already developed into a polished and physically gifted performer.
His AEW run in 2020 was brief but memorable. After debuting against Ricky Starks on Dark, he moved to Dynamite for a match against Scorpio Sky during a special Late Night Dynamite episode. Reports later confirmed that Carter could not be legally paid for those appearances because he lacked a valid United States work visa at the time. Despite the visa limitations, his exposure in AEW ultimately played a role in catching WWE’s attention, leading to his signing announcement on 17 December 2020.
WWE NXT UK Era (2021–2022)
WWE assigned Timms to the NXT UK brand following his signing, and he made his in-ring debut on the 7 January 2021 episode under the Ben Carter name. In his first match, he challenged Jordan Devlin for the NXT Cruiserweight Championship but came up short. He recorded wins over Josh Morell and Sam Gradwell before being repackaged as Nathan Frazer on 11 March 2021, marking the start of the persona fans know today.
Frazer continued to compete on NXT UK throughout 2021. On 3 June 2021, he teamed with Jack Starz to challenge Pretty Deadly for the NXT UK Tag Team Championship, though the duo fell short. He also competed in tournaments to determine the number one contender for both the NXT UK Heritage Cup and the NXT United Kingdom Championship, losing to Teoman and A-Kid respectively. His final NXT UK match came on 3 March 2022, when he challenged Ilja Dragunov for the NXT United Kingdom Championship in a losing effort.
NXT Era (2022–2025)
Nathan Frazer debuted on NXT at Spring Breakin’ on 3 May 2022, defeating Grayson Waller with help from Andre Chase. He continued to chase major singles gold, including a failed attempt at the NXT North American Championship against Carmelo Hayes on 2 August 2022. On 13 June 2023, Frazer defeated Oro Mensah 2-1 to capture the NXT Heritage Cup Championship, although he dropped the title back to Noam Dar 69 days later at NXT Heatwave.
In late 2023, Frazer teamed with Axiom to form the tag team later known as Fraxiom. The pair won the 2024 NXT Tag Team Championship Eliminator Tournament, earning a shot at The Wolf Dogs at NXT Stand & Deliver on 6 April 2024, though they initially came up short. On the following episode of NXT, Fraxiom defeated The Wolf Dogs to become NXT Tag Team Champions. After a 126-day reign ended at the hands of Andre Chase and Ridge Holland, Fraxiom regained the titles at NXT No Mercy to become two-time champions. At NXT Stand & Deliver in April 2025, Fraxiom lost the NXT Tag Team Championships to Hank and Tank, ending their second reign at 230 days. Frazer also qualified for the Iron Survivor Challenge at NXT Deadline in December 2024, though he failed to win that match.
SmackDown Era (2025–Present)
Frazer made his main roster debut on the 4 April 2025 episode of SmackDown, losing to a debuting Rey Fénix. On 25 April 2025, Fraxiom were officially promoted to the SmackDown brand, defeating Los Garza of Legado Del Fantasma in their first match together on the main roster. The duo strung together four consecutive tag team victories, including a strong non-title showing against WWE Tag Team Champions The Street Profits.
On the 23 May 2025 episode of SmackDown, Fraxiom challenged The Street Profits for the WWE Tag Team Championships in a match that ended in a no-contest following interference from several other tag teams. The chaotic ending prevented a clear result but highlighted Fraxiom’s status as a top contender on the brand. As the 2025 season progresses, Frazer continues to balance his tag team duties with aspirations of capturing singles gold on SmackDown.
Style and Strengths
Nathan Frazer is widely regarded as one of the most athletic high-flyers in WWE’s current roster. His style blends fast-paced strikes, springboard offense, and daring aerial maneuvers, making him a strong performer in fast-paced matches. As a tag team wrestler, his chemistry with Axiom has produced one of NXT’s most exciting duos, with Fraxiom earning two reigns as NXT Tag Team Champions.
Notable Events and Milestones
Frazer’s victory over Oro Mensah to win the NXT Heritage Cup Championship in June 2023 stands as one of his earliest singles accomplishments in WWE. His first NXT Tag Team Championship win with Axiom in April 2024 marked a turning point in his career, establishing him as a main-event-level talent. His WWE Tag Team Championship challenge on SmackDown in May 2025 further cemented his reputation as a contender across both brands.
Nathan Frazer Career Wins
Throughout his career, Nathan Frazer has captured major championships in WWE’s developmental system, including the NXT Heritage Cup Championship and two NXT Tag Team Championships. His title reigns highlight a steady climb from his early independent days through NXT UK, NXT, and now SmackDown. He has also defended championships in cross-promotional appearances, including a successful NXT Tag Team Championship defense in Total Nonstop Action Wrestling in January 2025.
NXT Tag Team Championship Highlights
Fraxiom first won the NXT Tag Team Championship in April 2024 after defeating The Wolf Dogs on NXT, marking a career-defining moment for the duo. After a 126-day reign ended in August 2024, the pair reclaimed the titles at NXT No Mercy just 19 days later to become two-time champions. Their second reign lasted 230 days before falling to Hank and Tank at NXT Stand & Deliver in April 2025.
NXT Heritage Cup Highlights
Frazer’s run as NXT Heritage Cup Champion began on 13 June 2023 when he defeated Oro Mensah in a 2-1 result. He held the championship for 69 days before losing it back to Noam Dar at NXT Heatwave. Although his Heritage Cup reign was brief, it established Frazer as a credible singles champion within NXT.
Other Wins and Performances
In January 2025, Frazer and Axiom became the first WWE wrestlers to defend a WWE championship in TNA when they successfully retained the NXT Tag Team Championship against The Rascalz on Impact. Earlier in his career, Frazer posted notable victories on the independent circuit, including wins over wrestlers like Toby Farley and Caleb Courageous at Resolute Wrestling in Tennessee.
Nathan Frazer Family
Family Background and Wrestling Lineage
Public information about Benjamin Timms’ immediate family remains limited. What is documented is his connection to the broader wrestling world through his training at the Black and Brave Wrestling Academy under Seth Rollins and Marek Brave. Those trainers have played a significant role in shaping his professional approach and in-ring identity.
Personal Life
On 19 April 2023, Timms announced that he had been baptized and become a born-again Christian. The decision reflected a personal turning point that he has openly discussed since entering WWE. Beyond this public statement of faith, he has kept most of his private life out of the spotlight, focusing public attention on his in-ring career and championship pursuits.
2025 Season Performance
The 2025 season has been a transitional year for Nathan Frazer, marked by both cross-promotional history and a major roster move. In January 2025, Fraxiom defended the NXT Tag Team Championship against The Rascalz in TNA, marking the first time WWE wrestlers defended a WWE title in that promotion. The successful defense added an unusual chapter to Frazer’s championship résumé.
April 2025 brought two significant moments. On 4 April, Frazer made his main roster debut on SmackDown, though he fell to Rey Fénix. Later that month, Fraxiom lost the NXT Tag Team Championships to Hank and Tank at NXT Stand & Deliver, closing out their run in NXT. The team was then promoted to SmackDown on 25 April, where they immediately defeated Los Garza and built momentum with four straight wins.
Looking ahead, Fraziom’s no-contest against The Street Profits for the WWE Tag Team Championships on 23 May 2025 has positioned them as top contenders on SmackDown. With his sights also set on singles gold, Frazer appears poised for a breakout year as he balances tag team duties with his individual ambitions on WWE’s flagship brand.
