Joe Hendry is on the brink of making history as he seeks to become the first signed TNA star to win a WWE Championship.
The upcoming episode of NXT on August 20th is shaping up to be a pivotal moment, especially with the stakes high for the upcoming No Mercy pay-per-view. In addition to Hendry’s quest, the upcoming NXT will feature a No Mercy Gauntlet Eliminator Match to determine Roxanne Perez’s next challenger for the NXT Women’s Title.
Wren Sinclair, Sol Ruca, Adriana Rizzo, Jaida Parker, Kendal Grey, and Karmen Petrovic will compete for a chance to secure their spot at the No Mercy Premium Live Event on September 1st.
Joe Hendry’s path to the NXT Championship will not be easy. He faces stiff competition in a Triple Threat match against Wes Lee and Pete Dunne. A victory in this match will earn Hendry the opportunity to challenge Ethan Page for the coveted title at No Mercy, solidifying his status within WWE.
Also making waves on the card, Lola Vice is set to face off against Wendy Choo. Furthermore, the tag team of Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson will take on newcomers Hank Walker and Tank Ledger, adding to the excitement of the evening.
In a potential teaser for future storylines, Ashante Adonis has issued a challenge to Dion Lennox for a match next week, though this matchup has yet to be officially confirmed.
When Is Joe Hendry’s TNA Contract Set To Expire?
Joe Hendry’s TNA contract is expected to expire at the end of 2025, while there is the possibility of WWE buying out Hendry’s contract it has been reported that these discussions have not yet taken place.