At WWE NXT‘s Vengeance Day pay-per-view on March 8, 2026, Joe Hendry successfully defended his NXT World Championship against Ricky Saints in a highly contested match. The bout took place inside the NXT arena, where tension escalated as Ethan Page unexpectedly appeared at ringside. Mistakenly believed to be supportive of Saints, Page instead slid the championship belt toward Hendry, a move later revealed as intentional.
In the final moments, Hendry avoided a collision with the referee and seized the opportunity, delivering an unseen low blow to Saints. This pivotal moment allowed Hendry to secure the pinfall, marking his second consecutive successful title defense and maintaining his hold on the championship.
Details on the NXT World Championship Match’s Key Moments
The contest between Hendry and Saints included intense exchanges and near finishes. Saints pressured Hendry throughout much of the match until Hendry found an opening during the final phase, utilizing the distracted referee to gain an unfair advantage. Despite strong efforts by Saints, Hendry remained composed and capitalized decisively.
Unstoppable Run Continues for Lola Vice in NXT Underground
During the same event, Lola Vice competed in her fourth NXT Underground match, facing Kelani Jordan. The match started with Vice aggressively pursuing a submission hold, but Jordan controlled the initial stages, asserting dominance and keeping Vice off balance. However, Vice regained momentum in the latter half and concluded the match emphatically with a spinning backfist that led to a technical knockout.

With this victory, Lola Vice improved her undefeated record in NXT Underground bouts to 4–0, further establishing her as a rising force within WWE‘s developmental brand.
Highlighting Other Significant Wins at Vengeance Day
In addition to Hendry and Vice’s victories, Blake Monroe claimed victory in a grueling street fight, and Tony D’Angelo secured a win in his respective contest. These results added to the dramatic atmosphere of the event, showcasing the depth of talent within WWE NXT as new rivalries and championship opportunities unfold.
Implications of Vengeance Day Outcomes for WWE NXT
Joe Hendry’s continued reign as NXT World Champion reinforces his position at the top of the NXT roster, while Lola Vice’s undefeated streak in NXT Underground highlights her capacity to impact future storylines within women’s competition. As the brand prepares for upcoming episodes, including a triple threat title match scheduled for March 10, 2026, the momentum generated at Vengeance Day sets the stage for intensified rivalries and championship pursuits.
Fans can anticipate further developments involving top competitors such as Ricky Saints, Kelani Jordan, and other emerging talents like Jaida Parker and Tony D’Angelo. These results contribute to WWE NXT’s dynamic environment, maintaining its reputation as a proving ground for high-caliber wrestling.
“Ricky Saints took too long and @joehendry made him PAY 😬” – WWE
“Not on @joehendry’s watch! 👊 What a SPEAR!” – WWE
“A miscue between @OfficialEGO and @starkmanjones and @joehendry KICKS OUT! 😱” – WWE
“#ANDSTILL@joehendry retains the NXT Title at #VengeanceDay and we ALL BELIEVE! 🙌” – WWE NXT
“Here comes @lolavicewwe 🔥” – WWE
“Now THAT is a KNOCKOUT 😤@lolavicewwe” – WWE
“.@lolavicewwe stays UNDEFEATED in the Underground 🫡” – WWE NXT
“What a MOMENT for @lolavicewwe and her family! 👑” – WWE
Ricky Saints took too long and @joehendry made him PAY 😬 pic.twitter.com/GFQWb6rcPC
— WWE (@WWE) March 8, 2026
Not on @joehendry's watch! 👊
What a SPEAR! pic.twitter.com/mMHxyBasxr
— WWE (@WWE) March 8, 2026
A miscue between @OfficialEGO and @starkmanjones and @joehendry KICKS OUT! 😱 pic.twitter.com/OxlS7TGXg4
— WWE (@WWE) March 8, 2026
#ANDSTILL@joehendry retains the NXT Title at #VengeanceDay and we ALL BELIEVE! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/O6OU9QCiy0
— WWE NXT (@WWENXT) March 8, 2026
Here comes @lolavicewwe 🔥 pic.twitter.com/Ouda1kpTzk
— WWE (@WWE) March 8, 2026
Now THAT is a KNOCKOUT 😤@lolavicewwe pic.twitter.com/b7ZBRBzvb2
— WWE (@WWE) March 8, 2026
.@lolavicewwe stays UNDEFEATED in the Underground 🫡 pic.twitter.com/BVVk7i20kx
— WWE NXT (@WWENXT) March 8, 2026
What a MOMENT for @lolavicewwe and her family! 👑 pic.twitter.com/yTGnkQRoJq
— WWE (@WWE) March 8, 2026
