Inaugural Champion Crowned In WWE Last Night

By AG

Posted on June 5, 2025

WWE Evolve officially has its inaugural Men’s Champion. On the latest episode of the brand’s weekly program, Jackson Drake emerged victorious in a four-way match, etching his name in the history books.

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Drake, a key member of the Vanity Project faction, claimed the championship after defeating Sean Legacy, Keanu Carver (the man who took shots at Roman Reigns for supporting Donald Trump), and Edris Enofé. The closing moments of the match saw Drake deliver a devastating jumping knee to Legacy, followed by a running knee that sealed the win. His performance stood out in what was a physically demanding contest, reflecting the promise WWE sees in his development.

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Interestingly, both Drake and Legacy had appeared on WWE NXT just one night earlier. They competed on opposite sides of an eight-man tag match, showcasing their versatility and rising profile within WWE’s developmental system.

WWE Evolve Title Journey Began In April

Drake earned his way into the title bout with an important victory back in April, where he defeated Lince Dorado and Jordan Oasis in a triple threat match. That win positioned him as a legitimate contender, and he delivered when it mattered most.

The introduction of the Men’s Championship marks a new era for WWE Evolve, which continues to serve as a proving ground for future stars within the company’s extended ecosystem.

Je’Von Evans Presented The WWE Evolve Title To Drake

Following his championship win, Drake was awarded the title by none other than Je’Von Evans, a rising star in NXT who has a long-standing connection with Drake. The two have worked together on the North Carolina independent circuit since 2018, which added a personal and emotional touch to the crowning moment.

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Drake wasn’t alone in celebration. He was joined by his Vanity Project stablemates—Brad Baylor, Ricky Smokes, Zayda Steel, and Bryce Donovan—making it clear that the faction sees Drake’s title win as a collective victory and a statement to the rest of WWE Evolve.

Before Jackson Drake, Kali Armstrong Made WWE History Last Week

On last week’s episode, Kali Armstrong won a Fatal 4-Way Elimination Match against Wendy Choo, Kylie Rae, and Kendal Grey to become the inaugural WWE Evolve Women’s Champion. The match came down to Armstrong and Rae, with Armstrong sealing the win by hitting the Kali Connection on Rae for the final elimination.