Lola Vice defeated Kelani Jordan and Kali Armstrong in a triple threat match on July 14, 2026 [1], to become the No. 1 contender.

The victory secures Vice a future opportunity to challenge for the NXT Women’s Championship [2], positioning her as a primary threat to the current title holder.

The match took place during the WWE NXT broadcast, which aired across multiple platforms including the WWE Network, ESPN App, Netflix, USA Network, and Peacock [3]. The contest was designed specifically to determine who would next challenge for the championship [4].

Throughout the bout, Vice navigated the dynamics of the triple threat format to emerge as the winner [1]. By overcoming both Jordan and Armstrong, Vice has officially earned her spot as the next challenger in the division [2].

This result concludes the search for a top contender and sets the stage for a high-stakes title match. The outcome ensures that the championship picture remains active as the brand continues its current programming cycle [4].

Lola Vice defeated Kelani Jordan and Kali Armstrong

Lola Vice's ascent to the No. 1 contender spot shifts the momentum of the NXT women's division. By winning a triple threat match, she has demonstrated the ability to manage multiple opponents simultaneously, creating a psychological advantage heading into a championship bout.