Trick Williams, the current NXT Champion, has expressed his interest in having a match with WWE Hall of Famer Booker T. During his recent appearance on The Ringer Wrestling Show, Whoop That Trick revealed that he has already asked Booker T for a match, but it is up to the WWE veteran to decide. The 30-year-old star is even prepared to defend his NXT Championship against him.
Booker T, a five-time WCW World Heavyweight Champion, made a surprise in-ring return in WWE during the 2023 Royal Rumble Match. The WWE legend even did his iconic Spinaroonie during the bout.
Trick Williams also opened up about his off-screen relationship with Booker T. The former World Heavyweight Champion is a regular in NXT as one of the commentators for the show. Whoop That Trick shared that he listens to Booker T most Tuesdays, letting him talk and drop knowledge like an uncle on the porch. According to Trick Williams, Booker T wants to see him succeed, and that’s not just him but a lot of people in the locker room that he’s the same way with.
While the future of Trick Williams remains to be seen, it will be interesting to see whether Booker T will come out of retirement one day to compete against the NXT Champion. Trick Williams expressed his respect for Booker T and the inspiration he draws from him.
If Booker T accepts Trick Williams’ challenge, it will undoubtedly be a significant match for both wrestlers. It remains to be seen whether the WWE veteran will accept the NXT Champion’s challenge.