WWE NXT Battleground: Trick Williams Makes History; Defeats Joe Hendry for TNA World Title

Written by Debottam Saha • Published May 25, 2025 23:12 EDT
Trick Williams won at WWE NXT Battleground

Trick Williams etched his name in the history books at WWE NXT Battleground for eternity as he achieved a never-before-seen feat.

Trick Williams and Joe Hendry went at it for the TNA World Title, with the latter defending his title on WWE television. After winning the NXT Title, Williams shifted his focus to Joe Hendry and his TNA World Title.

The star made history after becoming the first wrestler to win the TNA World Title while being signed to a WWE contract. It was an unprecedented moment in pro wrestling history. While WWE has always been cautious about partnerships throughout the years, their alliance with TNA is bearing fruit.

One of NXT’s top stars and a future prospect in the company, Trick Williams, ultimately became the one to dethrone the ever-popular Joe Hendry. Hendry, who recently faced Randy Orton at WrestleMania, has been a more or less dominating champion since winning the title at Genesis on January 19, 2025.

Trick Williams and Joe Hendry were engaged in an enthralling match at WWE NXT Battleground

Trick Williams and Joe Hendry left everything in the ring as they battled it out for the TNA World Title at NXT Battleground. Williams gave it his all to win the title, but Hendry kept coming back to keep a grasp on his title.

However, that was not to be, as Williams mistakenly dropped Hendry on the TNA World Title, which the referee pulled away from his hand moments before. He then hit Hendry with the running knee to get the pinfall victory. Despite the controversial circumstances, Williams finally emerged victorious to create a history-making moment at Battleground.