Trick Williams Captures TNA World Championship at Battleground

TAMPA, Florida — Trick Williams shocked fans at WWE NXT Battleground on May 25 by winning the TNA World Heavyweight Championship from Joe Hendry. This match marked a historic moment, being the first time a wrestler from WWE has claimed a title from TNA since the two companies began their partnership.

The event took place at the Yuenling Center, where multiple championships were contested. Williams faced Hendry, who had been a dominant champion. Early in the match, Hendry withstood Williams’ attempts to finish him off. However, as the match progressed, Williams took a risk by bringing the championship belt into the ring. Amid the referee’s attempts to restore order, Williams utilized the belt to his advantage.

“I knew I had to pull out all the stops against Hendry,” Williams said in a post-match interview. “Winning this title means everything, not just for me, but for NXT and TNA.”

The crowd erupted as Williams executed a Trick Shot following the belt incident, securing a pinfall victory. With this win, Williams not only becomes the TNA World Champion but also shifts the dynamics between the two companies. WWE has a vested interest in how this story unfolds, especially with Hendry’s reputation at stake.

In other matches at Battleground, Stephanie Vaquer successfully defended her NXT Women’s Championship against Jordynne Grace. Vaquer delivered a breathtaking Spiral Tap to emerge victorious. Myles Borne also showcased resilience in his championship match against Oba Femi but ultimately fell short. Meanwhile, Tony D’Angelo‘s rivalry with Channing “Stacks” Lorenzo reached new heights in a dramatic encounter.

Trick Williams’ victory wraps up a night filled with intense matchups and significant story developments, and it leaves fans anticipating what’s next for both NXT and TNA as they head into their upcoming events.