Jeff and Matt Hardy defeat DarkState to add NXT gold during cross-brand special
Summary
– Jeff and Matt Hardy beat DarkState to claim the NXT Tag Team Titles
– The brothers held the TNA Tag Team Titles going in and left with dual championship status
– Twist of Fate into Swanton Bomb closed the match for the win
Jeff and Matt Hardy captured the NXT Tag Team Championships at NXT vs TNA ShowDown by defeating DarkState’s Osiris Griffin and Dion Lennox. The result delivered a statement moment for the veteran duo on a night built around cross-promotional stakes.
DarkState pushed the pace early with quick tags and targeted offense, forcing the Hardys to weather extended stretches. Momentum shifted after Matt created separation at the ropes, setting up the signature combination that fans know by heart.
The finish arrived when Matt landed a Twist of Fate to drop the defense, allowing Jeff to soar with a Swanton Bomb for the decisive three-count. The sequence sealed the belts and ignited a loud response from the crowd.
The win adds NXT gold to the Hardys’ resume while they continue to hold TNA’s tag titles. Their reign immediately reshapes the division and sets the table for marquee defenses under the ongoing WWE–TNA collaboration.
