On the July 22nd episode of WWE NXT, taking place at the 713 Music Hall in Houston, Texas, fans witnessed an exciting transformation of the NXT North American Championship, now held by Ethan Page.
Before unveiling the new championship design, Page promoted the title with intense promotional videos filmed in both the US and Mexico, which were met with a chorus of boos, including chants like "Shut up!" and "Assist!" Responding to the crowd, Page embraced the negativity, fully embodying his character’s persona of "every ego."
In the ring, he dramatically revealed the revamped title by pulling back fabric, using the moment to boast about Canada’s superiority as he claimed Canadians embody pride and honor. He further claimed that Canadians are healthier, better looking, happier, and enjoy cleaner air compared to the US and Mexico.
As he began to sing the Canadian national anthem, he was interrupted by Santino Marella, who is ironically Canadian. The segment concluded with the announcement that Ethan Page will be facing Marella next week on NXT.
Ethan Page isn’t the first to give a Canadian flair to a title; Lance Storm did something similar in WCW. Fans will be eager to see if Marella can outshine Page in their upcoming match.
Fan Take: This storyline brings excitement to NXT fans, as it not only introduces a fresh title design but also sets the stage for an intriguing match-up between Page and Marella. The playful rivalry could elevate both characters and contribute to compelling story arcs in the division.
