With WWE NXT set for its very own WrestleMania 41 weekend premium live event, NXT Stand & Deliver, there could be some debuts in Las Vegas.
From stars who are likely to migrate to WWE from outside the company to those that are being scouted from independent wrestling, there are a lot of free agents that could make their debuts at the big event.
Here are eight stars that could debut at WWE NXT Stand & Deliver 2025.
8. Jeff Cobb
A veteran in professional wrestling, it may not be as odd as it seems that Jeff Cobb would debut at NXT Stand & Deliver.
While rumors swirled about his potential contract status – including whether he may elect to re-sign with NJPW, go to AEW or WWE – there was some recent movement in the mystery.
Cobb has officially confirmed that he has departed NJPW, so it seems more likely than ever that he will make an appearance in WWE.
However whether or not Cobb will debut on NXT or the main roster remains to be seen.
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7. Hikuleo
Despite having been signed for quite some time, Hikuleo has yet to appear on TV.
In July 2024, it was confirmed that the former NJPW Strong Tag Team Champion had signed with WWE however he has not made his debut just yet.
With recent reports suggesting that Hikuleo will be debuting in NXT sometime in the next few months, a surprise appearance at NXT Stand & Deliver in Las Vegas would make total sense.
As a future opponent for conceivably any of the men’s champions immediately, Hikuleo could find himself tangling for a title very soon after arriving as a threatening new presence at the event.
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6. Kylie Rae
A standout from independent wrestling, Kylie Rae could be the first WWE ID recruit to make a premium live event debut at Stand & Deliver.
Winning in the first round of the WWE ID tournament, the star is showing no signs of slowing down.
Set for a series of matches over WrestleMania weekend already, Kylie Rae is clearly not only available, but she is incredibly fun to watch!
Her experience could be a great addition to the NXT women’s locker room which is now packed full of some of the biggest stars in wrestling today.
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5. Zayda Steel
Another standout star from the WWE ID program that could potentially make their debut at NXT Stand & Deliver is Zayda Steel.
Already collecting a following in independent wrestling, the 21-year old star is definitely on the rise.
Participating in the GCW Presents ID Championship Tournament, Steel put on an impressive display.
Although she would lose the first round match in the end to Kylie Rae, Steel still seems likely to debut on NXT sooner rather than later.
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4. Lance Anoa’i
Although he has a very recognizable last name associated with the Bloodline, WWE fans have yet to be introduced to Lance Anoa’i.
Lance Anoa’i comes by his family name as the son of Samu and grandson of Afa – longtime partner of brother Sika, the father of Roman Reigns.
While Anoa’i was photographed with Shawn Michaels at the WWE Performance Center recently, perhaps his debut will come sooner rather than later.
It remains a bit unclear whether he will spend time in NXT or zip straight to the main roster but if he were to be NXT bound, making a debut at Stand & Deliver would certainly make an impact.
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3. Man Like Dereiss
One UK-based talent that has been buzzed about as of late is Man Like Dereiss.
Boasting a charismatic personality as well as a notably fun (and rapping) entrance, he is already recognized for his popular independent work.
With reportedly attention from both WWE and TNA Wrestling, seeing Man Like Dereiss actually debut at NXT Stand & Deliver would be the perfect place to introduce him to both worlds.
While WWE is perpetually recruiting top talent from around the world, it certainly seems that this star could debut soon.
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2. Rhio
Another independent talent who was reportedly a standout during recent UK try-outs – Rhio.
Rhio recently made an appearance on WWE Raw, in the role of an extra as medical staff, cementing speculation that she was on WWE’s radar.
The former PROGRESS Wrestling Women’s Champion remains an in-ring force that would prove to be formidable foe for any of the powerful women of the NXT roster.
Since the WWE NXT women’s division continues to attract top talent from around the world, adding a star from the UK at NXT Stand & Deliver would be a total win.
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1. Izzy Moreno
In heartwarming news out of the WWE ID program, there was a match with a familiar face in Las Vegas that has already happened.
Longtime WWE fans may remember the adorable child that was shown on NXT as Bayley’s number one fan. You know the one that Sasha Banks made cry and stole her headband?
Well that aforementioned little girl is indeed all grown up and is pursuing her own dreams in professional wrestling – Izzy Moreno already has had her first WWE affiliated match.
Moreno ended up being defeated in just under five minutes in the GCW Presents ID Championship Tournament by Zara Zakher, so while her Stand & Deliver debut may take a few years… she seems poised to make it to WrestleMania someday.
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