WWE Officials Excited for NXT’s New Year’s Evil at Historic LA Venue

WWE is kicking off 2025 in style, and all eyes are on the NXT brand as they prepare for their New Year’s Evil event at the iconic Shrine Expo Hall in Los Angeles on Tuesday, January 7. This episode will mark NXT’s first big show of the year and air on its new home, The CW, at 8 p.m. ET.

According to PWInsider.com, there’s a lot of excitement within WWE about hosting the event at such a legendary venue. Several NXT officials and wrestlers have already been traveling to LA to work out the logistics, ensuring the show lives up to the historic reputation of the Shrine.

The loaded card is already shaping up to make an impact. NXT Champion Trick Williams is set to defend his title against Oba Femi, while NXT Women’s Champion Roxanne Perez will face Giulia. Both challengers earned their title shots by winning this year’s Iron Survivor Challenges.

This event continues NXT’s trend of hitting the road since moving from the USA Network to The CW in October. Holding the event in the Shrine Expo Hall—a venue steeped in history—has only added to the enthusiasm behind the scenes.

WWE’s decision to bring NXT to venues like the Shrine shows their commitment to giving the brand a fresh feel as it enters its new era on The CW. With officials and talent fully invested, New Year’s Evil could be the perfect way to kick off a monumental year for the NXT roster.

What are your thoughts on WWE’s decision to host New Year’s Evil at the Shrine Expo Hall? Do you think the historic venue adds to the show’s energy? Share your opinions in the comments below!