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WWE didn't make a big song and dance about the change. The show formerly known as Invasion will take place on a regular edition of NXT next week, and when advertising that show and building to it on NXT this week,
In the announcement video, Nick Aldis explained that he worked with his Raw counterpart, Adam Pearce, to make the match happen. He stated that the Raw stars were being brought over for their recent habit of interfering in others’ affairs.
The name and logo were the same used during the WWE vs. WCW pay-per-view Invasion from 2001. References to the old name have disappeared from both the WWE and TNA websites with social media posts using the name also having disappeared. As of this writing, the show is being referred to as “next week’s special event.”
Last time in action: Evans defeated Briggs (NXT No Mercy), Slater defeated Myron Reed (TNA Victory Road), The Culling defeated Hank, Tank, Sol Ruca and Zaria (NXT, July 22)
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Matt Cardona made a surprise appearance on WWE NXT, interfering in Josh Briggs’ match and helping Myles Borne qualify for Team NXT at the upcoming NXT vs. TNA Showdown.
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The WWE NXT vs. TNA show next week has officially changed names from Invasion to Showdown, and team captains for both brands have been named.
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