Iruni Kalupahana JadeTimes Staff
I. Kalupahana is a Jadetimes news reporter covering WWE
Fallon Henley’s reign as the NXT Women’s North American Champion faces a fresh challenge as Tatum Paxley steps up to the plate. On the latest episode of NXT, Henley’s open challenge quickly descended into chaos when Paxley launched a surprise attack on the champion. Barely beating out other contenders embroiled in an entranceway scuffle, Paxley’s bold move earned her a title match set for next week.
The intensity of the segment underscored Paxley’s determination, a sentiment she further expressed in an exclusive interview, calling Henley "the perfect person for me to take a title off of" and labeling her a "mean girl."
Paxley’s road to this opportunity has been marked by highs and lows. Since the introduction of the NXT Women’s North American Championship earlier this year, Paxley has been relentless in her pursuit, even challenging former champion Kelani Jordan multiple times, including a notable match at NXT Great American Bash, Night Two.
Although she fell short in those attempts, Paxley has since found her footing. Her victory over Wendy Choo in a Casket Match last month was a pivotal moment, reestablishing her as a credible threat in the division and building momentum heading into this title bout.
For Paxley, next week’s championship match isn’t just about gold it’s personal. She’s determined to dethrone Henley, whom she views as emblematic of the "mean girls" she’s eager to eliminate from NXT.
Paxley’s excitement for the opportunity was palpable in her interview, where she shared her anticipation for the moment she could finally hold the championship. With her resolve stronger than ever, Paxley looks to make history and cement her place as a top contender in the NXT Women’s division.
