Ethan Page's reign continues! He successfully defended his NXT North American Championship against the formidable Mr. Iguana at NXT Deadline. This match wasn't just about a title; it was a clash fueled by personal vendettas and championship glory. But let's dive into the details!
This victory marked Ethan Page's first title defense on NXT since his triumph over El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr. in a previous match. The match concluded at the 8:33 mark, with Page securing the win after delivering his signature move, the Twisted Grin.
The storyline leading up to this showdown was intense. It stemmed from Page and Chelsea Green's recent victory, where they claimed the AAA World Mixed Tag Team Championships from Mr. Iguana and La Hiedra. Adding insult to injury, Mr. Iguana had previously stolen Page's car!
Early in the match, Mr. Iguana employed mind games, feigning injury after an initial slam, attempting to throw off the champion. Page eventually gained control, sending Iguana into the steel steps and executing a DDT.
Here's where things got interesting... Iguana brought his puppet, La Yesca, into play. Page, in a show of disrespect, spat on the puppet and tossed it aside. This act ignited a comeback from Iguana, who unleashed a series of chops and a DDT.
The match saw a pivotal moment on the turnbuckles, where Iguana reversed an attempted Ego's Edge into a stunning super hurricanrana. He followed up with a dive to the floor and a diving headbutt, nearly securing the pinfall.
Ultimately, Page halted Iguana's momentum, tossing him from the top rope before delivering the decisive Twisted Grin.
What do you think? Did you agree with Page's tactics, or did you sympathize with Iguana's underdog spirit? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
