WWE NXT crowned a new Champion during tonight’s NXT No Mercy event as Ilja Dragunov defeated Carmelo Hayes to become the new Champion.

Dragunov’s victory brings an end to Carmelo Hayes’ 182-day reign as the Champion.

DESTINY FULFILLED!@UNBESIEGBAR_ZAR is the NEW #WWENXT Champion!!!#NXTNoMercy pic.twitter.com/93RcS9j3ji

— WWE NXT (@WWENXT) October 1, 2023