Carmelo Hayes was drafted to the blue brand as part of the 2024 WWE Draft on last night’s episode of SmackDown.
Hayes battled Cody Rhodes in a losing effort in the main event of the show.
WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels took to Twitter to praise Hayes, writing,
“@Carmelo_WWE is a champion in every sense of the word who helped lay the foundation of everything this new era of #WWENXT has become. #SmackDown just picked up a game changer, and I couldn’t be more proud. #WWEDraft”
Hayes was one of the three NXT talents to be called up to the main roster, the others being Kiana James and Baron Corbin, who will compete on SmackDown.
.@Carmelo_WWE is a champion in every sense of the word who helped lay the foundation of everything this new era of #WWENXT has become. #SmackDown just picked up a game changer, and I couldn’t be more proud. #WWEDraft https://t.co/19EGTuY3cQ
— Shawn Michaels (@ShawnMichaels) April 27, 2024
Carmelo Hayes Makes SmackDown Debut in WWE Draft
In an exciting turn of events, Carmelo Hayes has been drafted to the blue brand as part of the 2024 WWE Draft on last night’s episode of SmackDown. The talented wrestler showcased his skills in a main event match against Cody Rhodes, although he unfortunately came up short.
Hayes, who has been making waves in the wrestling world, received high praise from WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels. Michaels took to Twitter to commend Hayes, stating, “@Carmelo_WWE is a champion in every sense of the word who helped lay the foundation of everything this new era of #WWENXT has become. #SmackDown just picked up a game changer, and I couldn’t be more proud. #WWEDraft.”
This draft marks an exciting opportunity for Hayes to make his mark on the main roster. He was one of three NXT talents called up to the main roster, alongside Kiana James and Baron Corbin, who will also be competing on SmackDown.
Hayes’ journey from NXT to SmackDown is a testament to his hard work and dedication. As one of the rising stars in the wrestling industry, fans can expect to see great things from him in the future.
The WWE Draft is an annual event where wrestlers are assigned to either the Raw or SmackDown brand. It allows for fresh matchups and storylines, giving wrestlers the chance to showcase their skills on a different platform.
With his impressive in-ring abilities and the endorsement from Shawn Michaels, Carmelo Hayes is poised to make a significant impact on SmackDown. Fans eagerly await his upcoming matches and storylines as he continues to establish himself as a force to be reckoned with in the WWE.