WWE NXT Battleground 2025 Predictions

Joe Hendry Trick Williams WWE NXT Battleground 2025

WWE NXT Battleground 2025 is set to take place on Sunday, May 25, 2025, broadcasting live from the Yuengling Center in Tampa, Florida. The event boasts a pretty strong card that will feature title defenses, grudge matches, and a historic cross-promotional bout. Here’s a breakdown of the matches and our predictions.

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Battleground 2025 Predictions

NXT Championship: Oba Femi (c) vs. Myles Borne

Oba Femi faces a surprising challenger in Myles Borne, who earned this opportunity by winning a 25-man battle royal. While Borne’s rise is commendable, Femi’s dominant reign suggests he will retain the title.

Prediction: Oba Femi retains the NXT Championship.

NXT Women’s Championship: Stephanie Vaquer (c) vs. Jordynne Grace

Stephanie Vaquer defends her title against Jordynne Grace, who secured her spot by defeating Giulia. Grace’s momentum is strong, but Vaquer’s technical prowess may give her the edge

Prediction: Stephanie Vaquer retains the NXT Women’s Championship.

TNA World Championship: Joe Hendry (c) vs. Trick Williams

In a historic crossover, TNA World Champion Joe Hendry defends his title against Trick Williams. This marks the first time the TNA World Championship is defended at a WWE Premium Live Event.

Prediction: Trick Williams captures the TNA World Championship.

NXT Women’s North American Championship: Sol Ruca (c) vs. Kelani Jordan

Sol Ruca defends her title against Kelani Jordan, who earned this opportunity by defeating Zaria.

Prediction: Sol Ruca retains the NXT Women’s North American Championship.

Singles Match: Tony D’Angelo vs. Channing “Stacks” Lorenzo

Former allies Tony D’Angelo and Channing “Stacks” Lorenzo face off in a personal grudge match.

Prediction: Tony D’Angelo defeats Channing “Stacks” Lorenzo.

Six-Man Tag Team Match: Josh Briggs, Hank Walker & Tank Ledger vs. The Culling (Shawn Spears, Brooks Jensen & Niko Vance)

After weeks of tension, Josh Briggs teams up with NXT Tag Team Champions Hank Walker and Tank Ledger to take on The Culling.

Prediction: Josh Briggs, Hank Walker & Tank Ledger defeat The Culling.

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