For WWE superstars, the journey from NXT to the main roster is often a rollercoaster ride of emotions and uncertainty. Recently, Julius and Brutus Creed shared the poignant backstory behind their long-awaited call-up to the main roster.
After investing over two years in NXT, the Creed Brothers received their breakthrough moment on the October 30th episode of Monday Night Raw. Their debut match, where they emerged victorious against Alpha Academy’s Chad Gable and Otis, marked the beginning of their journey on the main stage.
In an exclusive interview with Fightful’s Sean Ross Sapp, Brutus shed light on the behind-the-scenes circumstances of their call-up, revealing that neither he nor his brother were informed of their promotion until after their debut match.
What made the moment even more surreal was its timing—it coincided with Brutus’s wedding day. Recounting the emotional whirlwind, Brutus shared how he received the life-altering phone call from Trent Wilfinger, Senior Vice President of Athlete ID & Development, on the very day of his wedding.
Reflecting on the experience, Brutus shared, “We didn’t actually know after our first match against Alpha Academy. We had to go back to NXT and wrestle a match. What we found was, I actually got married the same day, and I get a call from Trent, ‘We’re going to need you full-time on Raw.’ I was very emotional. It was a very emotional day, for sure.”
Since their promotion, the Creed Brothers have been leaving their mark on the main roster, including challenging for the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championships.
