In a fierce battle against Oba Femi, Tony D'Angelo achieved an amazing triumph to win the NXT North American Championship on the October 8th episode of WWE NXT. Both men were exerting every ounce of effort in what was a heated contest. Tony D'Angelo was reeling as Oba Femi took over with some vicious slams and chokeslams.
The "Don of NXT," nevertheless, was not about to back down. Due to the outcome of their last battle at No Mercy, D'Angelo said he was terrified of Femi going into their championship showdown. D'Angelo was able to halt Femi's run at the top of the standings after trapping her in a deep pin during their second encounter.
Tony made an incredible comeback, using a series of deft countermoves and powerful moves to turn the tide. One of the most memorable moments of the battle was when Oba Femi nearly won it all by slamming Tony through the announce table with a spinebuster. s. D'Angelo is launched skyward by Femi's powerbomb. Femi gives out from weariness. El D'Angelo stands up. D'Angelo lunges for a Femi European uppercut. Femi attempts to pass D'Angelo via the commentary desk. D'Angelo breaks free and uses a spinebuster to knock Femi through the desk. D'Angelo returns to the ring and delivers another backbreaker. Femi exits. Femi gets hot and attempts a second chokeslam. D'Angelo transforms it into a winning roll-up.
Oba Femi was the NXT North American Champion with the longest reign in history
This victory represents a big milestone in Tony D’Angelo’s NXT career, cementing him as a top-tier performer and champion of the brand. As the new champion, all eyes are on him, and everyone is curious to see who will challenge him for the title. With 274 days to her credit, Femi was the NXT North American Champion with the longest reign in history. Ten of his championship defenses were successful. D'Angelo is currently the North American Champion and has won two Heritage Cups and NXT Tag Titles.