The former TNA star makes a statement after the champion survives a brutal Street Fight
Summary
– Tony D’Angelo retained the NXT Championship in a violent Street Fight against Naraku
– Santana appeared after the match and immediately set his sights on the NXT Title
– The former TNA World Champion appears to be entering the NXT championship picture
Tony D’Angelo survived one of the toughest challenges of his NXT Championship reign during the July 21 episode of NXT.
The champion defended his title against Naraku in the first-ever NXT Championship Street Fight.
Naraku gained control early after hitting Tony D’Angelo with poison mist before using weapons to punish the champion.
The fight quickly turned into a chaotic battle, with chairs, steel steps, and other weapons as both competitors pushed each other to the limit.
The match spilled backstage before returning to the ring, where Tony D’Angelo began fighting back.
Naraku nearly scored the victory several times, but D’Angelo continued surviving the punishment.
In the closing moments, Tony used the kendo stick and steel steps to put Naraku away and finally retain the NXT Championship.
After the victory, Tony celebrated his successful title defense until new music interrupted the moment.
Santana made his way to the ring through the NXT Universe, making his presence known to the champion.
The appearance immediately suggested that Santana has entered the NXT Championship picture and has his sights set on Tony D’Angelo’s title.
Following his departure from TNA, Santana’s arrival adds another major name to the NXT roster.
Now, Tony D’Angelo has a new challenger waiting, and his championship reign faces another serious test.
