Oba Femi retained his NXT Championship against Je’Von Evans in Lowell, Massachusetts, on Sunday night, headlining the eventful NXT Heatwave results that saw two title changes and a new challenger emerge.
Femi Retains in Dominant Fashion
The main event pitted Oba Femi’s brute strength against the high-flying agility of Je’Von Evans. Femi, who has held the championship since January 7, ultimately overpowered his uniquely acrobatic challenger.
A moment of controversy arose during the match when one referee dismissed another official’s three-count pinfall on Femi. The champion recovered and later secured the victory by tossing Evans through the announce table before hitting his finishing move.
Ricky Saints Confronts Oba Femi
Following the match, Ricky Saints appeared on the entrance ramp to confront the victorious champion. Saints’ appearance and staredown with Femi strongly indicated that he will be the next superstar to challenge for the NXT Championship.
Key NXT Title Changes Heatwave Results
The event featured two significant title changes. DarkState members Dion Lennox and Osiris Griffin captured the NXT Tag Team Championship from Hank and Tank, beginning their first reign with the titles.
In a match for a championship from another promotion, Ash By Elegance became the new Total Nonstop Action Knockouts Champion. She won the title in a match that also involved former champion Jacy Jayne and Masha Slamovich.
Other Notable Bouts and Outcomes
Lola Vice defeated Jaida Parker and Kelani Jordan to become the No. 1 contender for the NXT Women’s Championship.
Her victory positions her for a future title opportunity.
Elsewhere on the card, Blake Monroe scored a victory over Jordynne Grace. Additionally, the team of Ethan Page and Chelsea Green defeated Tavion Heights and Tyra Mae Steele in a mixed tag team match.
