Tony D'Angelo Wins NXT Championship in Brutal Four-Way Match

The 'Don of NXT' overcomes a stacked field to capture the title at Stand & Deliver

Apr. 5, 2026 at 9:48pm

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In a chaotic four-way match at NXT Stand & Deliver, Tony D'Angelo emerged victorious to become the new NXT Champion. The 'Don of NXT' overcame challenges from defending champion Joe Hendry, Ricky Saints, and Ethan Page in a brutal bout that saw alliances crumble and high-impact maneuvers throughout.

Why it matters

D'Angelo's win marks a significant shift in the NXT landscape, as the brash and cunning competitor finally reaches the top of the mountain after being betrayed by an ally last year. The title change also sets up potential new rivalries and storylines for the NXT brand moving forward.

The details

The match started with Saints and Page teaming up to weaken the champion Hendry, but their alliance soon fell apart as they turned on each other. D'Angelo, who had been biding his time on the outside, re-entered the fray and delivered a series of powerful suplexes and spears to take control. Despite interference from Saints, D'Angelo was able to hit his finisher, the Dead to Rights, on Hendry to capture the NXT Championship.

  • The fatal four-way match took place at NXT Stand & Deliver on Saturday, April 5, 2026 in St. Louis, Missouri.

The players

Tony D'Angelo

The new NXT Champion, known as the 'Don of NXT' for his brash and cunning in-ring style.

Joe Hendry

The former NXT Champion who was looking to defend his title against a stacked field of challengers.

Ricky Saints

One of D'Angelo's opponents in the fatal four-way match, who briefly formed an alliance with Ethan Page before their rivalry reignited.

Ethan Page

Another challenger in the fatal four-way match, who had a tumultuous relationship with his former ally Ricky Saints.

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What they’re saying

“I knew I had to dig deep and do whatever it took to become the new NXT Champion. These guys are no joke, but at the end of the day, I'm the 'Don of NXT' and this title belongs to me.”

— Tony D'Angelo, New NXT Champion

What’s next

D'Angelo's first title defense as the new NXT Champion will likely take place at the next NXT premium live event, where he could face a new challenger looking to dethrone the 'Don of NXT'.

The takeaway

Tony D'Angelo's victory in the brutal four-way match at Stand & Deliver marks a significant changing of the guard in NXT, as the brash and cunning competitor finally reaches the top of the brand. His title reign could usher in a new era of NXT, with D'Angelo's unique persona and in-ring style set to take center stage.