Kevin Owens will appear at the NXT Great American Bash Tailgate and watch party on June 28th.
The event will take place before the 2026 NXT Great American Bash Premium Live Event at the WWE Performance Center.
What happened?
Owens has been out of action since April 2025 due to neck surgery.
He was revealed to be joining Busted Open's Dave LaGreca for the Tailgate and watch party during the 6/23 NXT on The CW.
Why it matters for Kevin Owens
Owens' appearance marks his return to action after a long injury layoff.
The former WWE Universal Champion was also a coach on season three of WWE LFG on A&E.
What comes next?
At the 6/23 SmackDown taping in London, England, Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes brought up Owens' name while addressing Sami Zayn.
Owens' return to action is highly anticipated by fans.
The NXT Great American Bash Tailgate and watch party will be a great opportunity for fans to see Owens in person.
Owens' experience as a coach on WWE LFG will likely influence his upcoming performances.
The WWE Performance Center will host the event, which will feature a tailgate party and a watch party.
Fans can expect to see Owens interact with other WWE personalities, including Dave LaGreca.
The event will take place on June 28th, with the 2026 NXT Great American Bash Premium Live Event following shortly after.
Owens' return to action is a significant development in the world of professional wrestling.
The former WWE Universal Champion is expected to make a big impact upon his return.