Trick Williams and Joe Hendry Sign Contract for Historic TNA Title Match at NXT Battleground – On the May 13 episode of WWE NXT, Trick Williams and TNA Wrestling’s Joe Hendry made their highly anticipated title match official, signing the contract for their TNA Championship showdown at NXT Battleground. This historic bout marks the first time the TNA World Championship will be defended at a WWE or NXT Premium Live Event.
The segment took place backstage in a closed-door setting with NXT General Manager Ava presiding over the signing. Though not held in front of the live audience, the intensity between both men more than made up for the lack of a physical altercation—or the absence of the traditional table spot.
Joe Hendry spoke first, emphasizing the importance of the upcoming match and the opportunity to showcase the TNA World Title on a global stage. “My mission is to make TNA the biggest brand it can be,” Hendry said. He highlighted the significance of the title being defended at an NXT PLE, viewing it as a landmark moment for cross-brand recognition.
Trick Williams fired back with swagger and confidence, declaring himself “bigger than the match, bigger than the title, bigger than TNA, and bigger than NXT.” He embraced his growing star power and referred to himself as “Hollywood Trick.” Williams closed by boldly proclaiming, “I’m gonna take your title, and I’m going to take your brand.”
Hendry, undeterred, warned that Battleground could mark the beginning of the end for Williams’ rise in NXT. “This is the biggest match of your career,” Hendry said. “There’s no path to the NXT Title, and after you lose, there will be no path to the TNA Title. If anyone is going to find out what it’s like for their 15 minutes of fame to expire, it’s Trick Williams.”
The clash at NXT Battleground will not only be a battle between two rising stars but a symbolic clash between two brands. With championship gold and legacy on the line, both men have everything to prove when they step into the ring.
Trick Williams and Joe Hendry Sign Contract for Historic TNA Title Match at NXT Battleground
