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After the conclusion of "NXT Redemption", NXT transitioned into the renamed FCW developmental territory. Bateman then continued to appear on "NXT", where he defeated rival Johnny Curtis on the June 27 episode of "NXT". On the October 27 episode of "Saturday Morning Slam", Bateman lost to United States Champion Antonio Cesaro in a non-title match. In January 2013, Bateman entered the NXT Tag Team Championship tournament along with Alex Riley, but they were eliminated in the first round after a loss to Kassius Ohno and Leo Kruger. Bateman's final match was a non-title loss against NXT Champion Big E Langston, which was taped before his release. On May 17, 2013, Hutter was released from his contract.