Stephanie Vaquer Wins Brutal Battle With Roxanne Perez—NXT Title Scene Heats Up

The April 22 episode of NXT went down at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada. Roxanne Perez was determined to prove that she was still main event worthy, and she had a great chance to do that in Las Vegas.

Roxanne Perez took on Stephanie Vaquer during the main event of this week’s show. Perez is a former NXT Champion, and she wants to hold the gold for another round. That being said, she was facing Vaquer, who is on top of her game.

The contest received a big match feel with the special ring introductions. This match spanned through a commercial break as the two competitors battled in the ring.

It was noted that Stephanie Vaquer dislocated her right thumb during her Stand & Deliver battle. That was something that Roxanne Perez could take advantage of during this match. The two ended up fighting all around ringside, and then they battled on the entrance ramp. That was followed by Vaquer doing a slingshot outside the ring to Perez.

The NXT Women’s Champion nailed The Devil’s Kiss on Perez, and Booker T popped in a big way. He loves that move, and it’s not easy to see why. The two continued fighting in this match, as Perez took in more offense from the champion.

Roxanne Perez got in a crossface in the middle of the ring, and that ended with them trading nearfalls with one roll-up pin after another. Vaquer nailed a kick to the stomach, and then they ended in the corner, where she blocked a Pop Rocks from Perez. Then Vaquer nailed a dragon screw before hitting her finisher for the win to retain the title.

Giulia came out to confront her in the end. Jordynne Grace was also there, watching on. Obviously, there are no shortage of challengers for the title at this point.

We will have to see what’s next for the NXT Women’s Title picture. At this rate, you never know where things will end up with the way things are going.

What’s your take on Stephanie Vaquer’s reign as NXT Women’s Champion so far? Let us know what you think in the comments section!