By Dan, Wrestling Spot Editor
A former WWE NXT North American Champion is set to make his debut on AEW programming this week.
Leon Ruff will appear on AEW Dark, his first match for All Elite Wrestling.
The former WWE NXT North American Champion is set to appear as 'Leon Ruffin' in his debut match against fellow former WWE star, Tony Nese on tonight's episode. The match has been advertised as part of tonight's episode on AEW's official Twitter page.
Leon has been working on the independent scene since leaving WWE last year. Whilst on WWE NXT, he had a notable feud with Swerve Strickland (known in WWE 'Isiah Swerve Scott.'
No word has yet been made on whether this appearance is a one off or whether he will make regular appearances on AEW or even sign a AEW contract.
Others advertised for AEW Dark this week include the Varsity Blondes, Toni Storm, Ricky Starks and Powerhouse Hobbs.