In the latest WWE NXT event, Oba Femi successfully defended his NXT Championship against Eddy Thorpe, marking his first televised title defense since capturing the title.
The match was a testament to Femi’s prowess, as confirmed by multiple wrestling news outlets. Post-match, the atmosphere was electric as Trick Williams made a dramatic entrance into the ring, confronting Femi.
This confrontation, while not directly detailed in recent reports, aligns with Williams’ rising profile in NXT, suggesting an ongoing feud.
The tension between these two athletes hints at a possible rematch at the upcoming NXT Vengeance Day event, where Femi could face another challenge to his championship.
The event also spotlighted other significant moments, but the central narrative revolved around Femi’s championship retention and the brewing rivalry with Williams.
NXT Championship
The NXT Championship is a prestigious men’s professional wrestling title promoted by WWE, serving as the top championship in NXT. Recently, Oba Femi defended the title for the first time against Eddy Thorpe on January 21, 2025.
Overview of the NXT Championship
Established on July 1, 2012, the NXT Championship is the premier men’s title in WWE’s NXT brand.
The inaugural champion was Seth Rollins, who won the title in a tournament.
The championship has undergone several design changes and has been defended in various high-profile matches.
Current Champion
The reigning champion is Oba Femi, who won the title on January 7, 2025, at NXT: New Year’s Evil.
He secured the championship by defeating Trick Williams and Eddy Thorpe in a triple threat match.
Historical Context
The NXT Championship was recognized as a world championship until September 2021 when NXT reverted to its developmental role.
In September 2022, the NXT United Kingdom Championship was unified with the NXT Championship, further solidifying its status.
Championship Statistics
As of January 20, 2025, there have been 33 reigns among 25 different champions.
Samoa Joe holds the record for the most reigns, with three, while Adam Cole has the longest singular reign at 396 days.
The title has seen various champions, with notable names including Finn Bálor, Drew McIntyre, and Karrion Kross.