WWE NXT crowned a new NXT Cruiserweight Champion during tonight’s episode on the USA Network as Roderick Strong defeated KUSHIDA to become the new Champion.

Strong’s victory brings an end to KUSHIDA’s 161-day reign as the Champion.

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Congratulations to NEW Cruiserweight Champion, @roderickstrong! #CruiserweightTitle #AndNew #WWENXT @DiamondMineWWE pic.twitter.com/5NzycVvWrD

— WWE (@WWE) September 22, 2021