The WWE NXT Homecoming event at Full Sail University featured unexpected appearances by several former NXT stars, creating a buzz among fans on Tuesday night. These WWE NXT Homecoming returns brought a wave of excitement as some of the brand’s most notable wrestlers revisited the ring, influencing ongoing storylines and offering encouragement to current talent.
Surprises Follow WWE Women’s Tag Team Title Match
After the WWE Women’s Tag Team title match, tensions ran high when Zol Ruca and Zaria argued about last week’s number one contender’s match result. Their argument was interrupted by Laney Reid and Candace LeRae. Then, Shayna Baszler appeared and claimed her place in history as the longest-reigning NXT Women’s Champion. She demanded that Sol and Zaria resolve their differences and apologize, promising they would receive everything they desired if they did.
“Fix it, and you’ll get everything you want.”When Shayna Baszler speaks, you listen @SolRucaWWE and @ZariaWWE_… 😳 pic.twitter.com/5LmdTOL795
— WWE (@WWE) September 17, 2025
The Miz Returns to Impact Matches at NXT Homecoming
The show also featured a surprising intervention by The Miz, who made a dramatic return to the NXT scene by attacking Johnny Gargano outside the ring. After delivering the Skull Crushing Finale, The Miz threw Gargano back inside the ring and assisted Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams in securing a victory over the tag team DIY. This appearance continued The Miz’s ongoing SmackDown storyline in collaboration with Hayes and Williams.
IT’S THE MIZ!!!@mikethemiz just helped @_trickwilliams and @Carmelo_WWE get the win! 🤯 pic.twitter.com/UFltcSSCSR
— WWE (@WWE) September 17, 2025
Veteran NXT Stars Offer Guidance and Renew Alliances
Other notable past NXT stars also participated in the evening’s events. Damien Priest and Sami Zayn motivated younger wrestlers Tavion Heights and Je’Von Evans with encouraging pep talks. Meanwhile, Montez Ford showed his support for the Darkstate faction, and Bobby Roode shared an intense moment with Joe Hendry, adding to the event’s nostalgic atmosphere.
Bobby Roode 🤝 Joe HendryYou can only get this at NXT Homecoming! pic.twitter.com/tsvLYwAjoB
— WWE (@WWE) September 17, 2025
Looks like @MontezFordWWE is a fan of DarkState 👀 pic.twitter.com/cuRQHV4jFY
— WWE (@WWE) September 17, 2025
Thank you @ArcherOfInfamy! 🙌Damian Priest just gave an all-time pump-up speech to @TavionHeights and let him know he’s got a North American Title Match at No Mercy!! pic.twitter.com/dGLNmJFte7
— WWE (@WWE) September 17, 2025
Finn Balor Makes Dramatic Return at Full Sail
The evening also saw a powerful moment when Lexis King delivered a speech criticizing the previous era of NXT and Myles Borne. The tension escalated as Finn Balor made a surprise return, entering to his original theme song and entrance. In the ring, Borne clashed with King before Balor sealed the moment with a coup de gras, thrilling fans with his comeback at Full Sail University.
WHAT. A. MOMENT. @FinnBalor has returned to Full Sail for NXT Homecoming! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/HcLgJx3DrW
— WWE (@WWE) September 17, 2025
The WWE NXT Homecoming returns event showcased the brand’s rich history by blending past stars and new talent, creating storylines that bridge eras. These surprise appearances not only energized current narratives but also strengthened the connection between the fanbase and NXT’s legacy. Looking ahead, the involvement of these veteran wrestlers hints at potential new rivalries and alliances that could shape future WWE events, maintaining excitement among the WWE Universe for weeks to come.
"Fix it, and you'll get everything you want."
When Shayna Baszler speaks, you listen @SolRucaWWE and @ZariaWWE_… 😳 pic.twitter.com/5LmdTOL795
— WWE (@WWE) September 17, 2025
IT'S THE MIZ!!!@mikethemiz just helped @_trickwilliams and @Carmelo_WWE get the win! 🤯 pic.twitter.com/UFltcSSCSR
— WWE (@WWE) September 17, 2025
Bobby Roode 🤝 Joe Hendry
You can only get this at NXT Homecoming! pic.twitter.com/tsvLYwAjoB
— WWE (@WWE) September 17, 2025
Looks like @MontezFordWWE is a fan of DarkState 👀 pic.twitter.com/cuRQHV4jFY
— WWE (@WWE) September 17, 2025
Thank you @ArcherOfInfamy! 🙌
Damian Priest just gave an all-time pump-up speech to @TavionHeights and let him know he's got a North American Title Match at No Mercy!! pic.twitter.com/dGLNmJFte7
— WWE (@WWE) September 17, 2025
WHAT. A. MOMENT. @FinnBalor has returned to Full Sail for NXT Homecoming! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/HcLgJx3DrW
— WWE (@WWE) September 17, 2025
