Next challenger for Oba Femi’s NXT Championship announced

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.

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.