Tatum Paxley Wins First NXT Women's Championship at Halloween Havoc 2025

At NXT Halloween Havoc 2025, Tatum Paxley achieved a career milestone by defeating Jacy Jayne to win the NXT Women’s Championship, ending Jayne's dominant reign since May. Paxley's path to the title included winning a 21-woman battle royal featuring both NXT and TNA talent to earn the championship opportunity. The championship match was intensely competitive and marked by significant interference from their respective factions, The Culling supporting Paxley and Fatal Influence backing Jayne, leading to chaotic moments that included ejections of ringside participants. Despite Jayne's aggressive tactics and assistance from her stablemates, Paxley’s resilience and strategic moves culminated in a decisive 450 splash securing her victory. This title change could signal a new era for the NXT women's division, as Paxley is recognized as one of NXT's fastest rising stars. The event also featured Blake Monroe winning the NXT Women’s North American Championship, adding to the night's notable title changes.