Shawn Michaels Appearance Cut Off After WWE NXT’s Abrupt Ending on 12/17 Show

WWE NXT fans were left hanging during the December 17 episode after The CW cut the broadcast short, robbing viewers of a moment with none other than Shawn Michaels. The Heartbreak Kid was at ringside during the controversial NXT Championship match between Trick Williams and Eddy Thorpe, but the sudden end left fans wondering what happened next.

The match itself was packed with drama. Eddy Thorpe, who maneuvered his way into this title opportunity by outsmarting Ava, brought his A-game against Trick Williams. Thorpe dominated much of the action, even connecting with a DDT that could’ve sealed the deal. However, with the referee down, there was no one to make the count. By the time a second referee arrived, Williams kicked out and stayed alive.

Trick Williams turned the tide, landing a clean Trick Shot for the win, but things spiraled into chaos afterward. Thorpe argued his foot was under the ropes during the pin, leading to a heated dispute between the referees. Ava stormed to ringside, only for the situation to get even murkier.

That’s when Shawn Michaels became part of the drama. Fans were eager to see how the Hall of Famer would address the controversial finish, especially after his recent physical altercation with Thorpe. But just as things seemed to be reaching a climax, The CW abruptly cut the broadcast, leaving fans without answers.

Trick Williams remains NXT Champion, with his next defense already set against Oba Femi at New Year’s Evil. But the unresolved tension from December 17 has fans demanding clarity.

Do you think The CW’s abrupt ending hurt the show’s impact? Should Shawn Michaels address what happened next week? Share your thoughts in the comments below!