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WWE NXT Heatwave championship results and developments

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Following the NXT Heatwave event on August 30, Grayson Waller has addressed his acquisition of the NXT Championship, which he secured by winning a Fatal Four-Way match against Tony D’Angelo, Cruz Montana, and Zilla Fatu. Waller has dismissed rumors of a demotion, stating on the Busted Open Podcast that his return to the brand was requested by Shawn Michaels to serve as a “serious disruptor” to a men’s division lacking established stars. Waller has used his championship status to engage in high-profile confrontations, specifically targeting TNA Wrestling. He characterized TNA members as “little dweebs” and mocked former WWE star Brian Myers. During the September 1 episode, Waller further disparaged TNA by referring to Cruz Montana as being merely “TNA good,” implying the promotion is inferior to WWE. TNA World Champion Nic Nemeth responded on Busted Open Radio, arguing that WWE is not the ultimate destination for all wrestlers and noting that success is not always determined by being in the “WWE bubble.” On September 11, Waller described his current tenure as a “redemption season,” expressing his intention to remain champion until he is defeated and stating a desire to restore prestige to the NXT Championship. He also reflected on his career, noting that being excluded from recent Australian tour dates was a significant low point, while expressing interest in performing during WWE’s scheduled return to Perth in December 2026. Waller’s criticisms of TNA Wrestling have prompted a response from TNA’s Leon ~~Slater, who dismissed Waller’s comments as “all talk” and~~ Slater challenged the champion to prove his claims by competing against TNA talent in their own ring. On the September 15, 2026, episode of WWE NXT, Tony D’Angelo emerged victorious in a Triple Threat ~~No. 1 Contender’s~~ match ~~was scheduled~~ against Mason Rook and Saquon Shugars to ~~determine~~ become the ~~next challenger~~ number one contender for ~~Waller’s title.~~ the NXT Championship. During the broadcast, Waller was featured via social media, noting that he was completing a marathon.

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