Brooks Jensen Returns, Attacks WWE Evolve Champion

Brooks Jensen made a surprising return to WWE television on the July 16 episode of WWE Evolve after being absent since early June when he was violently expelled from The Culling faction on NXT. Jensen reappeared on the new WWE Evolve brand, attacking the WWE Evolve Champion Jackson Drake immediately after Drake's title defense, signaling Jensen's intent to pursue the championship and establishing a more aggressive persona. This move to Evolve offers Jensen a fresh start alongside other former NXT stars who have transitioned to the brand. Separately, WWE star Kiana James is nearing a return following knee surgery and a lengthy absence, with backstage sightings fueling speculation of upcoming plans. Meanwhile, SmackDown star Santos Escobar has altered his look during his hiatus, removing his beard and mustache, which has sparked fan comparisons and raised questions about his future role and potential return to WWE television.