Jordan defeats Kendal Grey after using an exposed turnbuckle
Summary
– Kelani Jordan defeated Kendal Grey to win the NXT Women’s Championship
– Jordan sent Grey headfirst into an exposed turnbuckle before the finish
– A moonsault secured the three-count and championship victory
Kelani Jordan is the new NXT Women’s Champion after defeating Kendal Grey at NXT Heatwave.
Jordan entered the match after spending weeks complaining that she had been overlooked for championship opportunities. Grey eventually gave her the chance by handing Jordan a contract for the title match.
The championship bout quickly became physical, with Jordan targeting Grey’s injured ear through a series of elbows, knees, and strikes.
Grey answered with her own offense, including gutwrench takedowns, overhead throws, and a moonsault as she tried to keep control of the match.
Jordan survived a split-legged moonsault and continued fighting through Grey’s attempts to put her away. Grey later connected with a reverse Spanish Fly, trapped Jordan in multiple ankle locks, and hit Shades of Grey, but none of it was enough to end the match.
Jordan also missed a moonsault late in the contest, giving Grey another opportunity to regain momentum.
The finish changed everything when Jordan sent Grey headfirst into an exposed turnbuckle. With the champion stunned, Jordan immediately climbed the ropes and connected with a moonsault.
The move was enough to keep Grey down for the three-count and give Jordan the NXT Women’s Championship.
Jordan leaves Heatwave with the title she had been demanding an opportunity to win, but the exposed turnbuckle played a major role in deciding the match.
