Ethan Page secured the NXT North American Championship by defeating Ricky Saints on the May 27 installment of WWE NXT. The title change concluded a period of escalating conflict between the two competitors.
Weeks of prior confrontations and attacks set the stage for their championship encounter. The match itself saw extensive brawling extend beyond the ring. A critical juncture occurred externally when Ethan Page executed a Twisted Grin, which led to Ricky Saints’ throat impacting the crossbar of a steel chair.
The damage sustained to Saints’ throat proved to be a significant factor throughout the remainder of the contest. Ultimately, this injury hampered Saints’ ability to continue effectively.
Inside the ring, Ethan Page capitalized on the accumulated damage, delivering another Twisted Grin to secure the victory and the championship. Ricky Saints’ reign as NXT North American Champion concluded after 57 days.
With this victory, Ethan Page will now proceed to WWE x AAA Worlds Collide, where he is scheduled to defend the NXT North American Championship against an opponent who has not yet been determined.
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