The wrestling world was taken aback when Stephanie Vaquer emerged victorious over Giulia in the main event of NXT Roadblock, leaving with both the NXT Women’s Championship and the Women’s North American Championship.
However, the seemingly sudden title change wasn’t a creative swerve, but rather a necessity due to Giulia’s unforeseen circumstances.
The Wrestling Observer revealed the factors behind this unexpected outcome:
“So Giulia – there are two things going on. There is some ‘minor’, I was told, visa issue. And there’s also an injury, which is listed internally as ‘undisclosed’.”
The decision to stage the title vs. title match at Roadblock, rather than a larger premium live event, had initially raised eyebrows. Fans wondered why WWE would expedite such a high-stakes encounter. It now appears the rushed booking was a direct consequence of Giulia’s pressing need for time off.
With both a visa complication and an undisclosed injury impacting her availability, WWE acted swiftly to transfer the NXT Women’s Championship to Vaquer. This move ensures the title remains active and defended on television while Giulia addresses her health and visa issues.
Vaquer’s triumph was therefore not merely a significant moment in NXT history, but a practical solution to a sudden problem. WWE’s quick thinking and decisive action allowed them to navigate a challenging situation, ensuring the NXT Women’s division remained dynamic.
Speaking of NXT, below is the card for next week’s episode:
– The Culling vs. Channing “Stacks” Lorenzo, Luca Cruisfino, & Adriana Rizzo
– Ricky Saints vs. Ridge Holland
– Trick Williams vs. Eddy Thorpe in an NXT Underground Match
– Chelsea Green (c) vs. Sol Ruca for the Women’s United States Championship
