
Karrion Kross is no longer NXT Champion due a shoulder injury from Takeover XXX. As of now, there is no word on what the plans is for the belt.
Karrion Kross Vacates NXT Championship Due To Injury
At Takeover XXX, Karrion Kross completed his quick rise to the top by becoming NXT Champion. During the match, Kross injured his shoulder and he has vacated the title.
Today’s NXT episode started with Kross and Scarlett heading to the ring. Kross already had his arm in a sling and told the crowd he warned them.
He confirmed that his shoulder was separated and spoke about the current situation. Knowing he could not defend the title, Kross left the belt in the ring.
Kross said this changes nothing and doomsday is still coming. The promo concluded with Scarlett placing the hourglass next to the belt and flipping it as the sand spilled over.
Right now, there is no word on how long Kross will be out. In the past, injuries like this have taken superstars out for months.
Both headed to the back as the announce team wondered what was next. By vacating the belt, Kross has the shortest NXT Championship title reign as it only lasted a few days.
Kross signed with WWE earlier in the year and debuted in April. He has dominated everyone in his way to capture the belt on Saturday night’s Takeover XXX.
We do Keith Lee will not be vying for the title as he was sent to RAW after his title loss. WWE apparently has big plans for Lee, who meets Randy Orton at this Sunday’s Payback.
In the eight plus years of the yellow and black brand, this is the second time the title has been vacated. Tommaso Ciampa did the same due to a neck injury.
The timing is unfortunate, but WWE clearly has major plans for Kross. He could return to NXT and chase the title or easily be sent to main roster.
Fans React To Kross Vacating The Title
Karrion Kross and Finn Balor both vacated their Championships with the same injury #WWENXT pic.twitter.com/XCqFRvjurR
— Alastair McKenzie (@mckenzieas93V2) August 27, 2020
Karrion Kross has relinquished the NXT Championship due to injury just days after winning it.#WWENXT pic.twitter.com/KaOt5oH9lE
— Gary Cassidy (@WrestlingGary) August 27, 2020
Due to a shoulder injury, Karrion Kross has to unfortunately relinquish his title. He says obstacles are his path. Tick tock! #wwenxt pic.twitter.com/AKnHyBUtmp
— Roxsi•BLM (@Rox_Al_Ghul_89) August 27, 2020
#WWENXT Stat of the Day:
Karrion Kross becomes the second NXT Champion to vacate the title. His title reign goes into the history books as three days, according to #WWE.com. This is shortest reign by any champion in history. pic.twitter.com/3amdDRL8eB
— Peyton Wesner (@pcwesner) August 27, 2020
It really sucks seeing Karrion Kross drop the title. Guy is incredible. Can’t wait to see him back against…Finn hopefully? #WWENXT #NXT #WWE
— Greg Bush (@GregBushSK) August 27, 2020
It’s sad for Karrion Kross…
— ᴛʜᴇ ᴀᴅᴇʟᴀɪᴅᴇ ɴɪɢʜᴛᴍᴀʀᴇ (@deityofaussie) August 27, 2020
Speechless Karrion Kross To Vacate The NXT Championship He’ll be back to get His Title TICK TOCK
Next NXT Champions
Finn Balor❌❌❌
Tomasso Ciampa
Johnny Gargano
Adam Cole
Bronson Reed— Mamba Moxley #8 #24 (@TreMoxley) August 27, 2020
Oh no i knew that would happen. It’s upsetting wishing Karrion Kross a speedy recovery can’t wait till he reclaims the title. Man it sucks.
— Stephen Hogan (@Stevo24393) August 27, 2020