The August 4 edition of WWE NXT closed with an NXT Underground match for the NXT Women’s Championship. Kendal Grey entered as champion, defending against Lola Vice, who carried a 4–0 undefeated record in Underground competition. Their clash delivered a gritty finish, a referee incident, and a post‑show moment that signaled Vice’s next step beyond NXT.
Grey absorbed heavy damage early, including a collision with the ring steps that left her ear bleeding. Medical staff wrapped her head, and she continued fighting. Vice later struck referee Adrian Butler by accident, knocking him out. With the official down, Vice trapped Grey in a choke and appeared to have the match won, but there was no referee to call the stoppage.
As Vice checked on Butler, WWE Women’s Speed Champion Wren Sinclair arrived at ringside to motivate Grey. The champion rallied, locked Vice in an armbar, and forced her to submit. Despite the loss, Vice showed sportsmanship by raising Grey’s arm to close the broadcast, acknowledging the champion’s resilience in the Underground environment.
Lola Vice’s Emotional Farewell After NXT Underground Loss
Once NXT went off the air, Vice addressed the fans at the WWE Performance Center in what appeared to be a farewell. She is reportedly headed to the main roster and expected to join SmackDown, marking a significant transition after her run as NXT Women’s Champion and her time as AAA Mixed Tag Team Champion.
Vice thanked the crowd, left her gloves in the ring, and received a loud “Thank you, Lola!” chant from the audience. Her real‑life boyfriend Damian Priest made a surprise appearance, embracing her before she spoke. The moment highlighted the personal weight of her departure, especially given her growth from a rising prospect to a featured performer in NXT’s women’s division.
Vice’s Underground record, her championship history, and her presence in major NXT storylines have positioned her as a strong addition to the main roster. Her farewell speech reflected both gratitude and anticipation, closing a chapter that included high‑profile matches, faction involvement, and a steady climb through the brand’s ranks.
Grey’s victory, meanwhile, reinforces her standing as a champion capable of surviving the unpredictable nature of Underground matches. With Sinclair at her side and Vice moving on, Grey’s next challengers will likely emerge quickly as the division adjusts to Vice’s departure.
Lola Vice Shares Emotional Farewell After Loss to Kendal Grey
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