Ilja Dragunov has emerged as the new #1 contender for the WWE NXT Championship, setting up a showdown with current champion Carmelo Hayes. The announcement came after Dragunov’s victory over Bron Breakker on the latest episode of NXT. WWE wasted no time confirming the match between Dragunov and Hayes, which is scheduled to take place at The Great American Bash.
The upcoming main event at The Great American Bash will mark the first-ever encounter between Dragunov and Hayes. Since winning the NXT Championship from Breakker at NXT Stand & Deliver on April 1, Hayes has successfully defended the title on four separate occasions. His televised title defenses include victories over Grayson Waller on the Spring Breakin’ episode on April 2, Breakker at NXT Battleground on May 28, Noam Dar on the May 30 NXT episode, and Baron Corbin on the June 27 NXT Gold Rush Week Two episode.
The Great American Bash, a highly anticipated premium live event, is set to take place on Sunday, July 30 at the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park in Cedar Park, Texas. Alongside the NXT Championship match between Dragunov and Hayes, another title match will also be featured on the card. Mustafa Ali will challenge Wes Lee for the NXT North American Championship.
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As the clash between Dragunov and Hayes looms, fans are eagerly awaiting the outcome of this highly anticipated match. Dragunov has shown incredible resilience and determination throughout his career, making him a formidable opponent for Hayes. On the other hand, Hayes has proven himself to be a worthy champion, successfully fending off challengers and solidifying his reign as NXT Champion.
The NXT Championship match at The Great American Bash is sure to be a thrilling encounter, with both Dragunov and Hayes bringing their A-game to the ring. The H-E-B Center at Cedar Park will undoubtedly be electric as fans witness this historic showdown.
In addition to the championship matches, The Great American Bash is expected to deliver an action-packed card filled with exciting matches and memorable moments. As the event draws nearer, fans can expect more matches to be announced, adding to the anticipation and excitement surrounding the event.
Make sure to mark your calendars for Sunday, July 30, as The Great American Bash promises to be an unforgettable night of professional wrestling. Stay tuned to prowrestlingwars.com for all the latest updates and coverage leading up to the event.
Don’t miss out on the NXT Championship clash between Ilja Dragunov and Carmelo Hayes, as well as the other thrilling matches on the card. Get ready to witness the future of professional wrestling unfold at The Great American Bash.
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