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Former WWE star Apollo Crews debuts in TNA as Uhaa Nation at Slammiversary in Boston, entering a three-way for the TNA International Championship with Mustafa Ali and Rich Swann; Ali retained after a bridging suplex on Swann as Nation was buried under ring steps; Moose welcomed Nation backstage; Nation had recently exited WWE as a former Intercontinental and United States Champion.
WWE's decision to release Mustafa Ali was a late one, as he had recently been featured on television and was scheduled for a match with Dominik Mysterio. The news came as a surprise to both Ali and the higher-ups in WWE NXT. Many speculate that Ali may join Tony Khan's company once his 90-day non-compete clause ends.
Mustafa Ali will challenge Wes Lee for the North American Championship at The Great American Bash in NXT, after interfering in their previous match and causing a rift between Lee and Tyler Bate.
The June 27 episode of WWE NXT featured Rhea Ripley warning Carmelo Hayes to stay out of her group's business, as well as her admiration for Lyra Valkyria's attack on Jacy Jayne. Other highlights included a championship match, Andre Chase's return, and various confrontations and matches involving NXT stars.
WWE stars incorporated various looks and styles in their wrestling gear at Night of Champions. Mustafa Ali wore a Keffiyeh, Trish Stratus paid homage to a match in 2004, Sami Zayn donned a thobe, and Becky Lynch wore a yellow pantsuit inspired by Kill Bill. Asuka and Seth Rollins were crowned new champions at the event.
Intercontinental Champion Gunther retained his title against Mustafa Ali in a hard-fought match at the Jeddah Superdome. Ali put up a valiant effort, surviving multiple body slams and chops, and even stunning Gunther with a neckbreaker and a powerbomb followed by a 450 Splash. However, Gunther ultimately prevailed with a scintillating Powerbomb to retain the title.