Following a standout performance in last week’s seven-man ladder match for the NXT Championship, which Joe Hendry ultimately won, WWE NXT newcomer Shiloh Hill has been set to challenge Ethan Page for the NXT North American Championship next week. This matchup was officially announced backstage by the new general manager, Robert Stone, on Tuesday.
During a backstage segment, Stone was speaking with Hill, who was sporting a Jason Voorhees-style hockey mask and carrying a machete, when the North American champion interrupted. Stone expressed his and Page’s desire to get off to a strong start, with Page explaining he is one match away from setting the record for most North American title defenses and wants Stone’s support to achieve that milestone.
Stone acknowledged Page’s victories over numerous NXT competitors and those from TNA, but Page insisted he wanted to face someone strictly from NXT rather than TNA or AAA talent. When Page declined a match against Miles Bourne, Hill retrieved the machete he had previously left in Stone’s office. Stone then officially booked the title match for next week, with both men agreeing to the bout as Hill brandished his machete wildly.
Fan Take: This announcement is thrilling for WWE fans because it introduces fresh drama and intensity to the NXT North American Championship scene. The inclusion of Shiloh Hill’s distinct character and the high stakes of Page’s record attempt promise an exciting clash that could significantly elevate both competitors’ status in the sport.
