Grayson Waller reflects on WWE main roster tenure alongside New Day

Wrestling Inc1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 10:43 PM

Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Grayson Waller reflects on WWE main roster tenure alongside New Day
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NXT Champion Grayson Waller recently discussed his time working alongside Kofi Kingston and Austin Creed during his main roster run in 2025. Following his return to WWE NXT, where he captured the title at Heatwave, Waller addressed his stint with the tag team on Busted Open After Dark. He explained that his previous creative direction prevented him from showcasing his serious demeanor to WWE leadership. During his tenure with the former New Day, Waller participated in segments that required him to adopt a less serious, comedic presentation. While emphasizing his respect for Kofi Kingston and Austin Creed, Waller stated that the storyline hindered his ability to demonstrate his potential as a singles competitor. He is now focused on his performance in NXT to change perceptions about his capabilities.

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  • Grayson Waller recently captured the NXT Championship at the Heatwave event.
  • Waller worked with Kofi Kingston and Austin Creed for several months in 2025.
  • The wrestler cited a mismatch between his creative direction and his desire to present a serious persona.
  • Waller remains focused on his NXT run to establish his identity as a singles competitor.
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NXT Champion Grayson Waller commented on his WWE main roster run alongside the now-former New Day, new AEW stars Kofi and Austin Creed.

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