WWE taped the July 27 edition of NXT at the Capitol Wrestling Center on Wednesday.

During the taping, it was announced that Samoa Joe will be returning to go up against Karrion Kross opponent for the NXT Title at WWE NXT TakeOver 36.

Joe resigned from his management role in segment with William Regal.

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Joe invited Regal to the ring, resigned as NXT management and asked Regal to sign a contract for the title match, which he did. Satisfied, Joe left holding the contract. Takeover is set for Aug. 22, SummerSlam weekend. pic.twitter.com/cvxFGUqGF0

, Jay Reddick (@runninjay) July 21, 2021