NXT Heatwave: Kelani Jordan Becomes NXT Women’s Champion After Wild Match Against Kendal Grey

August 31, 2026

 

Kelani Jordan finally claims the supreme gold of NXT, at last!

Still dealing with an ear injury, the champion did not back down in the face of adversity, and insisted on fighting at NXT Heatwave. Facing her, Kelani Jordan is hungry for gold, chasing the summit for many months. This is her moment: the challenger proclaims it to the camera after KO-ing Kendal Grey outside the ring.

Unable to outclass her opponent technically, Kelani goes after Kendal’s battered ear. For long minutes, Grey won’t be able to counter her rival. But the champion finally woke up! This sensational match continues: the two women throw everything they have to seize the advantage and chain their respective finishers. But after an exceptional duel, Kelani Jordan definitively takes the lead by delivering her Split-Legged Moonsault for the final victory! Kendal Grey’s 63-day reign ends, and Kelani Jordan savors her victory, becoming the champion of the Gray Brand!



 




Zachary Mitchell

Zachary Mitchell

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