AJ Styles discusses fan attendance at WWE NXT Heatwave in Texas
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 10:52 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

WWE Hall of Famer AJ Styles commented on the audience composition at the recent WWE NXT Heatwave event in Texas. Styles, who currently serves as a coach and producer at the WWE Performance Center, suggested that the crowd contained a higher concentration of AAA fans than those primarily interested in NXT. He addressed reports that many attendees left the venue before the conclusion of the event's full card. Despite his observations regarding the crowd, Styles praised the quality of the show, noting that every championship changed hands during the broadcast. He described the event as a reset for the developmental brand. Looking ahead, Styles anticipates roster movement, noting that several NXT talents appear prepared for a transition to the main roster, though he noted he has no internal information on specific upcoming call-ups.
- •AJ Styles works as a coach and producer at the WWE Performance Center.
- •Styles observed a high number of AAA fans in attendance at NXT Heatwave.
- •Every championship title changed hands during the event.
- •Styles expects future personnel changes between NXT and the main roster.
- 10:52 PMWrestling Inc — WWE's AJ Styles Reacts To Heatwave, Says Show Had More AAA Fans Than NXT Fans
"WWE Hall of Famer AJ Styles commented on "WWE NXT" Heatwave, and said he thought there were more AAA fans than "NXT" fans in the crowd.
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