Eddy Thorpe removed from Iron Survivor Challenge at WWE NXT Deadline

A change has been made to tonight’s men’s Iron Survivor Challenge at NXT Deadline. 

Eddy Thorpe has been removed from the match after being attacked backstage by a mystery assailant at the end of Tuesday’s episode of NXT. General Manager Ava posted to social media on Saturday that Thorpe has been pulled from tonight’s show due to the attack, and she will find a suitable replacement to take his spot in the men’s Iron Survivor Challenge. 

Ava said:

“Due to the heinous attack he suffered this past Tuesday, Eddy Thorpe has been ruled out of the Men’s Iron Survivor Challenge. We still don’t know who attacked Eddy, and we’re continuing to look into the situation. However, for Deadline tonight, I will find a suitable replacement to take Eddie’s spot in the Men’s Iron Survivor Challenge.”

WWE NXT Deadline streams beginning a 7 p.m. Eastern time tonight on Peacock.

WWE NXT Deadline 2024 announced lineup:

  • NXT Champion Trick Williams defends against Ridge Holland
  • Men’s Iron Survivor Challenge: Je’Von Evans vs. Nathan Frazer vs. Wes Lee vs. Ethan Page vs. TBA
  • Women’s Iron Survivor Challenge: Giulia vs. Stephanie Vaquer vs. Zaria vs. Sol Ruca vs. Wren Sinclair
  • NXT Tag Team Champions Nathan Frazer & Axiom defend against Tavion Heights & Myles Borne
  • NXT Underground: Jaida Parker vs. Lola Vice