• WWE Forced To Rename “Invasion” On October 7 After Backlash From Israel, New Name Revealed
Following TNA’s invasion of NXT last week, WWE announced a special NXT vs. TNA event called “Invasion” for October 7, but the decision quickly sparked backlash in the state of Israel.
Sky News Arabia reported that the timing and name of the event angered fans and media in the country as October 7 marks the two-year anniversary of the 2023 Hamas attacks in Israel, which made the choice of date particularly controversial.
Israeli news outlet Israel Hayom also criticized WWE, noting that the company had ignored past complaints from Israeli fans and that naming a show “Invasion” on such a date was seen as particularly offensive.
Due to the backlash, WWE has changed the show’s name from “TNA vs. NXT Invasion” to “TNA vs. NXT Showdown.”
The countdown is on…
It's almost time for a TNA vs. NXT SHOWDOWN! pic.twitter.com/hnBmAUcf4b
— WWE (@WWE) October 1, 2025
• Sting’s Son Making In-Ring Debut Soon
WWE Hall of Famer Sting’s son Steven Borden Jr. will step inside the ring for his first professional wrestling match in a couple of days. He had been training with multiple names from AEW, including Darby Allin, Adam Copeland and FTR.
Steven will wrestle his first official match at a two-night event inside New York’s 52 Walker gallery space. The event is scheduled for October 3 and October 10.
The event will also feature Darby Allin and former WWE stars Karrion Kross and Timothy Thatcher.
Steven, who previously played football at the University Of Kentucky, was part of his father’s retirement match at AEW Revolution 2024. Alongside his brother Garrett, he paid tribute by dressing up as one of The Icon’s classic personas before hitting a Stinger Splash on The Young Bucks.
• WWE Wasn’t Impressed With Wrestler Who Recently Quit The Company
Former WWE NXT wrestler Edris Enofe announced his departure from the company on Monday. He shared the news in a video posted on X, where he reflected on his time with the promotion.
The 31-year-old said that he had been considering the decision for a long time and ultimately decided to trust his instincts. He reflected on his four years in WWE, saying he was grateful for the chance to work with so many people who pushed him to improve. He also made sure to thank the fans who supported him throughout his journey.
Bye @WWE 👋🏾 🖤 pic.twitter.com/nd0kExGMPL
— E N A 🇳🇬 (@ENA_EOE) September 29, 2025
According to the Wrestling Observer, WWE officials weren’t impressed with Enofe despite his excellent physique. The company did not have any plans for him, which was evident from the fact that he was no longer being used on TV.
Enofe signed with WWE in 2021 and was best known for teaming with Malik Blade in NXT. He underwent shoulder surgery last year before returning to the ring earlier in 2025, making several appearances on WWE EVOLVE.
• Legacy Reunion Set For SmackDown
On the SmackDown after Wrestlepalooza, Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes had a segment with WWE Hall of Famer Paul Heyman, which ended with Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed attacking him. Randy Orton came out to make the save for Rhodes.
The American Nightmare had a face-off with World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins on RAW last night. Things are heating up between the two men ahead of their clash at Crown Jewel.
SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis has now announced that Rhodes will team up with Orton to take on Breakker and Reed in a Tag Team Match on this Friday’s episode of SmackDown. Here’s what he said:
“Well, folks, seems to me that Bronson Reed and Bron Breaker seem to enjoy getting involved in other people’s business as of late. And having just wrapped up a phone call with my esteemed colleague, Adam Pierce, over at Monday Night RAW, we agreed that they can get involved in my business this Friday night on SmackDown.
More specifically, they can get involved in Cody Rhodes’ business and Randy Orton’s business because Bron Breaker and Bronson Reed, you, will be taking on the team of Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton this Friday night live in Cincinnati, Ohio for SmackDown. See you Friday, boys. Lace them up tight.”
The Legacy vs. The Vision is set for the main event of SmackDown!
