WWE Official Ava & Santino Marella agree on blockbuster NXT-TNA deal

WWE official Ava and Santino Marella were involved in a backstage segment tonight. They came to an agreement on a blockbuster deal between NXT and TNA.

NXT's partnership with TNA had become strained over the past few weeks, especially since the latter had felt that they were being disrespected. All hell broke loose two weeks ago as talent from both brands came to blows in the ring. To sort out their differences, Ava and Santino decided to have a special show called Showdown, which took place tonight.

After Team TNA won the men's Survivor Series-style match, the cameras showed Ava and Santino backstage. The NXT GM congratulated TNA's Director of Authority on his team's big win. She also informed him that they are looking to name a number one contender for the NXT Women's Championship at Halloween Havoc, and hence, next week, there would be a battle royal taking place to determine the number one contender. She also extended an invitation to the Knockouts division to be a part of the match. Santino accepted the invitation.

The Hardy Boyz made history tonight at WWE NXT Showdown

Tonight's episode of WWE NXT Showdown kicked off with a tag team match featuring The Hardy Boyz and Darkstate. Both teams put their respective titles on the line, and everybody else was banned from ringside.

Matt and Jeff Hardy were put to the test in this match. However, their experience in tag team matches helped them defeat Darkstate and win the NXT Tag Team Titles. This is the first time that the duo of Matt and Jeff are holding the NXT Tag Titles. Also, they made history by becoming the first TNA stars to hold a WWE title.

Now, The Hardy Boyz will have to defend both titles against the Dudley Boyz at TNA Bound For Glory 2025.

Edited by Sunil Joseph