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Ethan Page Retains Title in Controversial Showdown vs. Ali

10/8/2025

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Ethan Page defended the NXT North American Championship against Mustafa Ali on October 7, 2025, at NXT x TNA Showdown.
Ali returned after a two-year absence to reclaim a title opportunity lost due to his WWE release.
Page retained the title after Ali tangled in a headset cord, a controversial finish that left Ali in the title picture.

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Story summary

Ethan Page defended the NXT North American Championship against Mustafa Ali on October 7, 2025, at NXT x TNA Showdown.
Ali returned after a two-year absence to reclaim a title opportunity lost due to his WWE release.
Page retained the title after Ali tangled in a headset cord, a controversial finish that left Ali in the title picture.