Oba Femi has emerged victorious in the Men’s Iron Survivor Challenge at WWE NXT Deadline 2024, solidifying his position as a top contender for the NXT Championship. The event, held on December 7, 2024, at The Armory in Minneapolis, Minnesota, showcased some of NXT’s brightest talents in a grueling 25-minute contest.
The Iron Survivor Challenge Format
The Iron Survivor Challenge, a unique match format introduced in 2022, pits five competitors against each other in a race to score the most points through pinfalls or submissions.
The match begins with two wrestlers and introduces a new participant every five minutes, adding layers of strategy and excitement as the bout progresses.
Participants and Match Highlights
The match featured Wes Lee, Je’Von Evans, Nathan Frazer, Ethan Page, and Eddy Thorpe in this year’s men’s challenge.
Despite storyline concerns about Thorpe’s participation due to a mysterious attack prior to the event, all five men brought their A-game to the ring.
Implications for NXT Championship
By winning the Iron Survivor Challenge, Femi has earned a shot at the NXT Championship. This victory adds to his impressive resume in NXT and positions him as a serious threat to the current champion, Trick Williams.
The championship match is expected to take place at the upcoming NXT New Year’s Evil event, setting the stage for an explosive start to 2025 in NXT.