WWE NXT will present its first premium live event to air live on The CW with The Great American Bash 2026 show on Sunday, June 28.
Considering this event will air head-to-head with AEW Forbidden Door 2026, WWE might want to debut some new stars company to bring more attention to this show.
From former AEW stars to noteworthy talents finally arriving, these debuting names would put Great American Bash 2026 further in the forefront against the other shows during this busy wrestling weekend.
Here are six potential debuts at WWE NXT Great American Bash 2026.
6. Leon Slater
Over the past year, WWE audiences have been introduced to TNA Wrestling star Leon Slater as part of the companies’ working relationship.
‘The Youngest In Charge’ has been a history breaker and a moment maker for TNA during his time with the promotion.
With his high flying style and likable personality, it feels like a no-brainer signing for WWE when Slater’s TNA contract expires sometime this year.
Making his debut early, Slater could be a surprise arrival for the NXT Great American Bash 2026 premium live event to officially make him part of the roster moving forward.
5. Dani Luna
Dani Luna recently requested and was granted her release from TNA Wrestling after a two-year run with the promotion.
During her time as an in-ring competitor, Luna has been a standout for every company she has stepped foot in.
Bringing a combination of brute force and a high level of intensity, Luna offers something different from any other female star on the WWE roster right now.
Luna signing with WWE could lead to her being part of the NXT women’s division, which can kick off with a major debut at the Great American Bash 2026 premium live event.
4. Myla Grace
Another former TNA Wrestling star who can be introduced as the latest addition to the WWE NXT roster is Myla Grace.
The Irish star is someone who was presented as a key acquisition for the Knockouts division when she first came into TNA.
TNA Wrestling announced just over a week ago that Grace had asked for and was granted her release from the company.
Now that she is a free agent, it makes sense for WWE NXT to bring her in and give her a grand debut on the Great American Bash 2026 show on June 28.
3. Zilla Fatu
Recent reports have indicated that WWE has been discussing the possibility of signing Zilla Fatu to the company.
Then, it was revealed that Fatu was seen at the WWE Performance Center, further teasing the potential signing of the Samoan family dynasty member.
Over the course of his three years in wrestling, Zilla has stood out for his intensity and character work in promotions like HOG, GCW and Reality of Wrestling.
Looking to follow in the footsteps of his cousins Roman Reigns, The Usos, Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu, Zilla could be the latest addition to The Bloodline in WWE and make a name for himself in NXT starting at The Great American Bash 2026.
2. Hiromu Takahashi
On the April 28 edition of WWE NXT, former IWGP Heavyweight Champion EVIL made his debut with the company and would later be revealed to now be named Naraku.
Around the same time rumors circulated about Naraku signing with WWE, there were also rumors and reports indicating that Hiromu Takahashi was expected to join the company as well.
After spending 15 years with New Japan Pro Wrestling, fans should expect Hiromu to be given a notable introduction to WWE.
Whether it be alongside Naraku or standing on his own, WWE NXT Great American Bash 2026 feels like a perfect setting to bring Hiromu Takahashi into the company.
1. Mike Santana
Mike Santana is scheduled to defend the TNA World Championship against Nic Nemeth in the main event of Slammiversary on Sunday, June 28.
Santana has found himself in the headlines with recent reports indicating that his TNA deal is set to expire in July.
Moving the card around, the company could open the show with the TNA World Title match to give Santana the opportunity to make history on this day.
After losing the TNA World Title on the same day, Santana could show up at WWE NXT Great American Bash 2026 to announce himself as the latest signing for the brand and give him a proper debut that will be remembered for years to come.
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