On February 24, 2026, Winter Park’s Capitol Wrestling Center hosted a thrilling night of NXT wrestling featuring multiple championship contests, culminating in Myles Borne’s unexpected victory. The event aired live on the CW Network and showcased several intense matches that left fans buzzing about the evolving storylines.
Robert Stone opened the show by emphasizing that four championship titles would be contested throughout the evening. The night began with the NXT Tag Team Championship as The Vanity Project challenged the reigning champions, DarkState.
Vanity Project Upsets DarkState to Claim Tag Team Titles
The first contest featured The Vanity Project—Ricky Smokes and Brad Baylor, accompanied by Jackson Drake—against champions Osiris Griffin and Saquon Shugars of DarkState, supported by Dion Lennox and Cutler James. The match started with Griffin and Smokes exchanging aggressive moves, with Smokes hyping himself before taking a heavy hit from Griffin. Baylor and Smokes attempted coordinated attacks but faced swift counters from the champions.
Shugars and Griffin maintained dominance early, executing powerful maneuvers such as a double-team legdrop and neckbreaker combo, effectively weakening the challengers. Despite moments of resistance from Vanity Project, the champions’ control was evident, further reinforced by crowd chants favoring DarkState over the challengers in this clash between two heel factions.
Vanity Project regained momentum following a brief respite and capitalized on a combination of teamwork and opportunistic tactics. A turning point came when Tony D’Angelo made a surprise appearance, delivering a chokeslam to Shugars on the apron. Utilizing the distraction, Vanity Project secured the pinfall at 11:51, staking their claim to the NXT Tag Team Championships.
“Weird for DarkState to lose in a heel-heel match, but Vanity Project are such fun heels and should be especially fun as champions as they get increasingly nefarious to keep their championships. This was the dominant showing for DarkState that it should have been on the way to the angle, and I’m not sure why I didn’t expect D’Angelo from the moment this was booked”
– Kelly Wells, PWTorch Contributor
Myles Borne’s Fiery Promo Sets the Stage for His Championship Match
Before the next match, Sarah Schreiber interviewed Myles Borne about his road to the upcoming championship bout. Borne spoke passionately about his determination and resilience, declaring that he would no longer be defined by his deafness but instead emerge as the new North American Champion.
“He gave a very fiery promo about letting nobody tell him what he can and cannot do. He said tonight he’ll no longer be the deaf guy, he’ll be Myles Borne – new North American Champion. Very strong promo.”
– Kelly Wells, PWTorch Contributor
Keanu Carver Overcomes Sean Legacy in Non-Title Match
Following Borne’s promo, Keanu Carver faced Sean Legacy in a high-energy match that highlighted the contrast between a powerful newcomer and a crafty veteran. Legacy initially showed agility with dropkicks and a springboard move, but Carver’s strength and resilience dominated the majority of the bout.
Carver’s aggressive offense included a significant backbreaker, press slam, and a decisive finisher that sealed his victory at 4:13. The fans responded enthusiastically with chants supporting Carver, indicating his rising popularity.
“Very satisfying big vs. small match with Legacy trying everything he could think of to get into it, but Carver was just too much for him. Both men are on the way to becoming what they really need to be.”
– Kelly Wells, PWTorch Contributor
Locker Room Tensions Build Among NXT Women’s Division
Backstage, Kendal Grey and Wren Sinclair prepared for upcoming confrontations, discussing plans to face Nikkita Lyons. Their conversation was interrupted by Kelani Jordan, who exchanged heated words with them. The confrontation escalated when Lola Vice charged into the scene, attempting to intervene as more women joined, sparking tension within the division.
Triple Threat for the Speed Championship Ends with Unexpected Winner
The Speed Championship was defended in a triple threat match involving champion Jasper Troy, Elio LeFleur, and Eli Knight. Troy displayed dominance early by powerfully slamming both challengers outside the ring, while LeFleur and Knight executed several high-flying and technical maneuvers to counter Troy’s control. The three competitors traded momentum, with Troy delivering a massive chokeslam that nearly ended the match.
As the match neared its conclusion, LeFleur and Knight coordinated attacks against Troy, including a powerbomb and moonsault combination. Ultimately, LeFleur executed a headscissor slam and covered Troy for the pinfall at 5:50, claiming the Speed Championship.
“A second straight satisfying big-small affair, though this time, an underdog took down the major threat. Troy’s run seemed to just be getting started, but I can also see him being ready for a little more at this point after a strong few outings. LeFleur now somewhat establishes himself with a (yes, minor) championship and Knight could be interesting depending on how they have him respond to having his win stolen.”
– Kelly Wells, PWTorch Contributor
Anticipation Builds for Myles Borne’s Championship Match
After the Speed Championship match, the show prepared for the main event spotlighting Myles Borne. His earlier promo had set high expectations for his performance, and the crowd eagerly awaited the contest that would determine the new North American Champion.
Significance of Borne’s Victory and Championship Changes
Myles Borne’s triumphant win marks a major milestone as he overcame significant odds to claim a top title. The victory not only redefines his role within NXT but also energizes the division with fresh storylines and rivalries. The Vanity Project’s victory as tag team champions indicates a new era of bold, unrelenting competitors, while Elio LeFleur’s rise to the Speed Championship adds intrigue to that division.
These outcomes set the stage for evolving conflicts among established stars and emerging talents, promising an eventful future for NXT fans who can expect further surprises and fierce battles in upcoming shows.
