Cruz Montana aims to restore prestige of WWE NXT brand
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 9:06 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Cruz Montana, recently signed to WWE NXT, expressed his desire to elevate the brand back to its former glory while targeting the NXT Championship. He believes the addition of experienced wrestlers will enhance the show's quality, stating, "I think NXT is about to get crazy." His storyline with Zilla Fatu is expected to continue following an interruption in last week's match. Montana has transitioned from past runs in AEW and TNA, where he was a two-time TNA World Champion.
- •Cruz Montana wants to restore NXT's past prestige
- •He previously competed in AEW and TNA
- •Montana's storyline with Zilla Fatu will develop this week
- •NXT features a mix of veterans and rising talents
- •Montana aims for the NXT Championship
- 9:06 PMWrestling Inc — Cruz Montana Wants To Help Return WWE NXT To Its 'Glory Days'
"Cruz Montana (formerly Mike Santana) wants more than just the WWE NXT Championship; he wants to restore the brand's previous prestige as well.
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