NXT Sees Shake-ups as New Contenders Emerge

Hendry's title reign begins with challenges, while tag teams and rivalries heat up

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The February 10th edition of WWE NXT featured a night of action that saw new championship contenders emerge and simmering rivalries boil over. Newly crowned NXT Champion Joe Hendry's celebration was cut short by a challenge from The Vanity Project, led by Jackson Drake. Elsewhere, Sol Ruca and Zaria earned a shot at the NXT Women's Championship, while Eli Knight advanced in a tournament for the WWE Speed Championship. Tensions escalated between Tony D'Angelo and DarkState, and Hendry successfully defended his title against Drake, though with some controversy. The show also featured tag team action and an unresolved rivalry between Jaida Parker and Blake Monroe.

Why it matters

The events of this NXT episode set the stage for the weeks ahead, with new contenders vying for championships and existing feuds continuing to simmer. The shifting landscape of the brand promises further excitement and unpredictable twists as storylines develop.

The details

The show opened with newly crowned NXT Champion Joe Hendry celebrating his victory, but his celebration was cut short by a challenge from The Vanity Project, led by Jackson Drake. In the main event, Sol Ruca and Zaria earned a shot at the NXT Women's Championship by defeating Kendal Grey and Wren Sinclair. Elsewhere, Eli Knight advanced in a tournament to determine the next contender for the WWE Speed Championship, and tensions escalated between Tony D'Angelo and DarkState. Hendry successfully defended his title against Drake, but the match was marred by interference from Drake. The episode also featured tag team action and an unresolved rivalry between Jaida Parker and Blake Monroe.

  • The February 10th, 2026 edition of WWE NXT was broadcast live from the Performance Center in Orlando, Florida.
  • Newly crowned NXT Champion Joe Hendry celebrated his victory from the previous week's seven-man ladder match.
  • The Vanity Project, led by Jackson Drake, arrived and issued a challenge to Hendry.
  • Sol Ruca and Zaria earned a shot at the NXT Women's Championship by defeating Kendal Grey and Wren Sinclair.
  • Eli Knight advanced in a tournament to determine the next contender for the WWE Speed Championship.

The players

Joe Hendry

The newly crowned NXT Champion, who is basking in the glow of his recent victory.

The Vanity Project

A faction led by Jackson Drake, who challenged Hendry for the NXT Championship.

Sol Ruca

One half of the team that earned a shot at the NXT Women's Championship.

Zaria

The other half of the team that earned a shot at the NXT Women's Championship.

Eli Knight

A competitor who advanced in a tournament to determine the next contender for the WWE Speed Championship.

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