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Next challenger for Oba Femi’s NXT Championship announced

Oba Femi Sets First NXT Championship Defense Against Eddy Thorpe.

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NXT Champion Oba Femi’s first televised title defense will take place on the January 21 episode of NXT against Eddy Thorpe.

The match was made after Thorpe confronted Femi during an in-ring segment, which also involved North American Champion Tony D’Angelo and Ridge Holland. While D’Angelo and Holland engaged in a separate altercation, Thorpe attacked Femi. Following the incident, Femi demanded the match from NXT General Manager Ava.

Femi captured the NXT Championship at New Year’s Evil in a triple threat match involving Thorpe and former champion Trick Williams. His first defense of the title occurred at an NXT house show against Jasper Troy.

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Femi Discusses Focus on Elevating NXT Brand

During an appearance on Busted Open Radio, Femi addressed his role as champion and commitment to NXT. While acknowledging potential dream matches with main roster stars like GUNTHER, John Cena, and Randy Orton, Femi emphasized his current priority.

I have an obligation to NXT. I’m carrying the brand right now and the person who carries the brand should carry the brand

The January 21 episode of NXT will feature two championship matches, with North American Champion Tony D’Angelo defending against Ridge Holland alongside Femi’s title defense.

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Oba Femi captures the NXT Championship

Nigerian star reaches the pinnacle of NXT, becoming the main male champion of the silver brand.

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After a historic reign with the NXT North American Championship, Oba Femi now begins a new chapter with the NXT Championship. The Nigerian became the new champion after defeating Trick Williams and Eddy Thorpe at NXT New Year’s Evil.

Initially, the match started without Thorpe’s presence, being a one-on-one between Williams and Femi. Thorpe, however, appeared in the final portion of the match, preventing Femi from finishing Williams.

Femi, nevertheless, remained perseverant and after causing Williams to accidentally hit Thorpe with a “Trick Kick,” he executed the “Powerbomb” on the then-champion, ending the match.

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WWE announces major matches for next NXT

During the broadcast of NXT New Year’s Evil, major matches were announced for next week’s show.

Starting with the NXT Tag Team Championship match, Axiom and Nathan Frazer will put their titles on the line against OTM, the duo formed by Bronco Nima and Lucien Price. Additionally, Stephanie Vaquer and Shotzi will face off to determine the new challenger for Fallon Henley’s NXT Women’s North American Championship.

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