Trick Williams Hints at Possible Reunion with Carmelo Hayes After Heated Feud

The rivalry between Trick Williams and Carmelo Hayes has been a central storyline since NXT transitioned into NXT 2.0. After nearly three years as a unit, their partnership came to an end when Hayes ambushed Williams in early 2024, sparking a heated feud between the former allies.

Their storyline culminated with Williams securing back-to-back singles victories over Hayes, just before Hayes was drafted to Friday Night SmackDown. Despite the intensity of their feud, Williams remains open to rekindling their friendship.

During a sit-down interview for Going Ringside, Williams addressed the possibility of mending fences with Hayes.

“I mean, to be honest with you, I never had a problem with Melo. He had a problem with me,” Williams shared. “But, of course [there’s a chance we could rekindle that friendship]. If I tell you, ‘You’re my boy, you’re my brother,’ I mean that all the way thick and through, so, man, I can see us having room to — you know, if he needs my help, I got his back.”

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With his rivalry with Hayes behind him, Williams is now setting his sights on becoming a two-time NXT Champion. He’ll challenge Ethan Page for the NXT Championship at the CW Network’s launch show in Rosemont, Illinois, where CM Punk will serve as the special guest referee.

As Trick Williams aims for another NXT Championship run, the door remains open for a potential reunion with Carmelo Hayes. Will Williams rise to the occasion, or will their paths cross again in the future? Only time will tell.

What are your thoughts on Trick Williams’ journey in NXT, and do you think he and Carmelo Hayes will eventually reunite? Share your opinions in the comments below!