WWE’s NXT will hold its highly anticipated event, Stand and Deliver, on Saturday, April 6 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. This event will take place just hours before Night One of WrestleMania 40 and will showcase WWE’s future talent. The main event of the show will feature Carmelo Hayes taking on Trick Williams in a match that has been building intense feud over several months.
Shawn Michaels, the Senior Vice President of Talent Development Creative for NXT, confirmed that the Hayes vs. Williams match will be the main event of Stand and Deliver. He stated that their storyline has been a significant focus for NXT and deserves to be highlighted in this prominent position. This will be the fourth Stand and Deliver event, a tradition that has become a staple for NXT under Michaels’ guidance.
Carmelo Hayes, also known as Christian Brigham, has had an impressive career on the independent circuit before signing with WWE in 2021. On the other hand, Trick Williams, whose real name is Matrick Belton, signed a developmental contract with WWE after a successful collegiate football career. Their contrasting paths from friends to bitter rivals will be on display in the main event of Stand and Deliver.
This match symbolizes the different journeys that individuals take to reach WWE and will showcase their talent and determination on the big stage. The success of these two wrestlers is a testament to WWE’s commitment to identifying and nurturing future talent.