A high-stakes interpromotional Title for Title match has been officially scheduled for next week’s episode of WWE NXT, blending the rich histories of WWE’s developmental brand and Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA). The match will feature current NXT Champion Oba Femi defending his gold against TNA World Champion Trick Williams in a “Winner Takes All” bout, with both titles on the line.

This explosive setup was unveiled during the recent special edition of The Grayson Waller Effect on WWE NXT Homecoming, which aired September 16, 2025. NXT Champion Oba Femi and challenger Ricky Saints appeared as guests, but it was the surprise reappearance of Trick Williams — currently holding the TNA World Championship — that significantly raised the stakes. As Williams interrupted the segment, he claimed that Femi was still “carrying something that belonged to him” — a direct reference to the NXT Championship.[1]

Following heated words exchanged between Femi and Williams, host Grayson Waller proposed a Winner Takes All match between the two champions. Both men quickly agreed, leading WWE officials to confirm the bout for next week’s WWE NXT episode. The winner of this match will hold both the NXT and TNA World Championships and will defend these belts against Ricky Saints at the upcoming NXT No Mercy event on September 27, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida — WWE’s third annual NXT No Mercy and first to be streamed on Netflix.[1][5]

Background and Context of the Champions

Oba Femi has been a dominant champion in NXT since he captured the title in January 2025 at NXT New Year’s Evil, where he defeated Trick Williams and Eddy Thorpe. His reign has been marked by an aggressive, high-flying style that has rejuvenated the brand’s main event scene.[1][2]

On the other side, Trick Williams secured the TNA World Championship at NXT Battleground by defeating Joe Hendry. Williams’ presence in NXT and holding TNA’s top title has signaled WWE’s deepening partnership with the TNA promotion, a resurrected brand historically known for its innovative wrestling style and strong fanbase.[1][2]

This match marks the first major “Winner Takes All” interpromotional championship contest featuring both brands’ top titles since WWE’s collaboration with TNA reemerged this year.

Signs of a TNA Invasion Brewing

Beyond the match announcement, several wrestlers linked to TNA have made recent appearances and provocative statements hinting at a broader TNA presence invading NXT. These include TNA talents Mike Santana, Mustafa Ali, Matt Hardy, and the TNA Director of Authority, Santino Marella, all calling out NXT for what they perceive as “disrespect” toward their brand. These social media teases and on-screen appearances suggest that next week’s episode could kick off a larger interpromotional storyline between WWE NXT and TNA.[1]

According to a WWE insider familiar with backstage plans, this Winner Takes All match serves not just as a title unification contest but also as a springboard for a potential invasion angle storyline that could expand over coming weeks. WWE’s creative aims to capitalize on nostalgic interest combined with fresh rivalry, creating more mainstream buzz for NXT.[1]

What’s Next: NXT No Mercy and Beyond

The fallout from next week’s match will lead directly into NXT No Mercy on September 27. Ricky Saints, who has steadily climbed through NXT’s ranks with his technical and high-impact style, will challenge the dual champion for both belts, making the September 27 card one of the most anticipated in NXT history.[1][5]

NXT No Mercy will take place at the FTL War Memorial in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, continuing WWE’s recent trend of expanding NXT’s marquee events into new, iconic wrestling cities.[5]

Additional Storylines to Watch on NXT

The recent NXT Homecoming episode also featured several other significant moments:

• Ethane Page retained the NXT North American Championship and was confronted by a notable AAA star, solidifying cross-promotional tensions.[4]
• WWE veterans such as Bobby Roode have returned, adding star power to the brand and challenging current talents like Joe Hendry.[6]
• The tag team scene was energized with appearances by The Miz and the #DIY team, highlighting WWE’s blend of established names with emerging stars.[6]

These layers provide depth to the ongoing factional rivalries and title scenes on NXT.

Sources: WWE.com, Wrestling Inc., Fightful’s wrestling podcasts, WWE NXT television broadcasts, NXT No Mercy Wikipedia, and backstage reports.

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This groundbreaking interpromotional championship showdown promises to be a landmark moment for WWE NXT, merging legacy and innovation. Fans should stay tuned for next week’s episode to witness history in the making.