Sean Legacy has officially joined the WWE NXT roster. Shawn Michaels announced the signing on X, welcoming Legacy and booking him in a qualifying match for the NXT Championship ladder match against Eli Knight on the January 20, 2026 episode of WWE NXT.
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Legacy was first announced as a WWE ID prospect in November 2024. He has previously competed on NXT TV, facing opponents including Jackson Drake, Je'Von Evans, and Ashante Adonis.
The winner of Legacy vs. Knight advances to the ladder match for the NXT Championship. This immediate push highlights Legacy's rapid rise from WWE ID and Evolve events to the main NXT brand.
Legacy's NXT debut match airs tonight, marking a significant step in his WWE career.
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