During a recent appearance on Busted Open After Dark, Ethan Page spoke about his current NXT run and shared thoughts on his previous stint in AEW. Page addressed the differences in how both companies utilized his abilities.
Page pointed to management structure as a key factor in his current success. During the interview, he explained why WWE’s approach resonated more with his career goals.
This company is run by wrestlers. [AEW] didn’t know what they had, and now they do. I’m gone. These guys have me. They have the ability to do whatever it is that they want, and they have chosen to open a door for Ethan Page to absolutely kick wide open.
Prior to joining WWE, Page spent time in AEW before transitioning to Ring of Honor. His run with AEW featured limited television appearances before his eventual release.
The Rock Confronts Page at NXT New Year’s Evil
The former NXT Champion’s career took an unexpected turn at New Year’s Evil 2025 when The Rock made an appearance. During a backstage segment, The People’s Champion approached Page while carrying his signature title belt.
The interaction between Page and The Rock included a stern warning about Page’s recent behavior toward NXT General Manager Ava. The Rock cautioned Page about potential consequences, referring to Ava as the “Final Boss of NXT.”
Page later posted a video response on Twitter discussing the encounter.
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