Following Tuesday's episode, "NXT" commentator Booker T revealed on his "Hall of Fame" podcast that he had a spirited conversation with Punk backstage, and squashed any rumors about them having prior animosity towards each other.

The ongoing feud between NXT champion Ethan Page and Trick Williams added a new twist. Roxanna Perez and Giulia also continue to add momentum towards their championship match. Both feuds will get a chance to settle the score in the ring with title matches in the first CW episode.

CM Punk will be the special guest referee when Ethan Page defends his NXT Championship against Trick Williams on the October 1st episode of NXT in Chicago. Punk made the announcement on the Spetember 17th episode of NXT after Williams and Page signed the contract for the match.

Last night on "WWE NXT," CM Punk made a surprise appearance during the contract signing between Ethan Page and Trick Williams for the NXT Championship, and announced that he will be the special guest referee for their match October 1 on The CW.

Drew McIntyre, the rival of WWE Superstar CM Punk, shared his thoughts on Punk’s segment with NXT Women’s Champion Roxanne Perez. As WWE NXT prepares for its debut on The CW on October 1, CM Punk will appear in Chicago for the premiere episode.

Drew McIntyre has sent a strong message to CM Punk ahead of their Hell in a Cell match at WWE Bad Blood 2024. Their rivalry started at the 2024 Royal Rumble and has since become increasingly personal.