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WWE deal expected for Joe Hendry as TNA star stands out at WrestleMania 41

Joe Hendry is gaining attention from WWE. His WrestleMania 41 appearance has sparked backstage talks. WWE is likely to sign Hendry after his TNA contract ends. His NXT appearance and Royal Rumble showing impressed officials. Triple H, Shawn Michaels, Randy Orton, and John Cena support him. Hendry's WWE debut could happen in 2025. Fans anticipate his future plans.
WWE deal expected for Joe Hendry as TNA star stands out at WrestleMania 41
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TNA World Champion Joe Hendry is getting a lot of attention in the wrestling world, especially from WWE. After making a surprise appearance at WrestleMania 41, his name has started to come up in serious backstage talks. Many fans and experts now believe it's only a matter of time before he signs with WWE.Hendry stepped in at the last minute to replace Kevin Owens and face Randy Orton at WrestleMania.Taking such a big match with short notice is a tough challenge, but Hendry didn’t disappoint. His performance impressed both the fans and the people behind the scenes. Now, his future seems brighter than ever.


WWE’s growing interest in Joe Hendry

According to PWInsider, WWE is seriously looking to sign Joe Hendry once his contract with TNA ends. The report mentioned that the signing is “pretty much considered a lock.” This means that WWE is very confident about bringing Hendry in once he is contractually available.
This does not come as a surprise to many fans. Hendry has already shown flashes of brilliance during his time in TNA and even more so during his brief appearances in WWE. In 2024, he appeared on NXT and helped pull in strong viewership. But it was his showing in the 2025 Royal Rumble and his WrestleMania match that truly stood out.People inside WWE are said to be impressed with his creativity and how well he connects with the audience. He has been praised for his positive attitude backstage and for stepping up when the company needed someone fast.

He is getting support from big WWE names

One of the reasons Hendry’s move seems likely is because he has support from some of WWE’s biggest names. Reports say that legends like Triple H, Shawn Michaels, Randy Orton, and John Cena are all impressed with his work.
Although we do not yet know the exact end date of Hendry’s current TNA deal, it is clear that WWE is keeping a close eye. If all goes well, Hendry could officially become a WWE Superstar sometime in 2025. And with WrestleMania 42 just under a year away, he could be part of some big plans moving forward. WWE has always appreciated performers who offer something different, and Hendry seems to fit that role perfectly.Also Read: Joe Hendry retains TNA title but faces shocking WWE ambush at Rebellion 2025Joe Hendry’s journey to WWE looks almost certain. His signing could happen as soon as his TNA contract ends, and fans can’t wait to see what he does next.
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