Former AEW star’s first match in WWE after 4 years announced

Shawn Spears attacked Ridge Holland with a steel chair last week on NXT.

Former AEW star’s first match in WWE after 4 years announced

Former AEW Superstar (via Wrestling Inc/WrestleTalk)

Shawn Spears, formerly known as Tye Dillinger, has finally returned to the WWE. In 2018, Spears was injured, which sidelined him. However, he returned in 2019 but was barely seen on television and requested to be released. He returned to the independent circuit following his release and joined AEW for the time being.

After returning to the company where Shawn Spears became famous as Tye Dillinger, his first match was finally announced in almost half a decade. This week on NXT, a backstage interview asked Spears to explain his actions in attacking Ridge Holland with a chair last week. He responded by claiming to like Holland.

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I like Ridge Holland. But he's been lying to himself for far too long. That jolt of pain that is coursing through his body. It's simply a truth! That's why I struck Ridge. I'll see ya next week at Roadblock.
Shawn Spears on NXT

The 43-year-old Superstar stated that Ridge has not been speaking the truth to himself for quite some time. He stated that the jolt of pain coursing through the former Brawling Brute is the truth. Additionally, he brought him to his knees and specified this as the reason for attacking him. He concluded the interview by teasing his first match in years at NXT Roadblock.

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Last week on NXT, Shawn Spears made a shocking return to feud with Ridge Holland. He was seen sporting a hoodie that covered his face to reveal his face later on after the attack. The former AEW Superstar received a big ovation from the NXT fans, welcoming back The Perfect 10.

Shawn Spears sends a message to Sting ahead of his final match

One of the biggest and most versatile storied careers has come to an end at AEW Revolution 2024. Sting, who is known for performing at various wrestling promotions and is renowned for his work, has finally hung up his boots. His career comes to a full stop after going on for more than four decades. Shawn Spears recently took to X to send the wrestling veteran his flowers moments before his final match.

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The recent AEW-turned-WWE Superstar wrote “Icon” with a “ThankYouSting” hashtag. In the image Shawn posted, the wrestling legend could be seen striking him with his iconic baseball bat. Various personalities from the wrestling world have come together to celebrate the legacy of the legend’s career.

Sting recently opened up about his short WWE career. He expressed his desire to face The Undertaker during this short tenure. The Deadman hung up his boots years ago, and the dream match may remain a dream after The Vigilante has finally retired. Sting and Darby Allin successfully defended their AEW World Tag Team Championship against The Young Bucks in The Icon’s final match.

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