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Cedric Alexander Captures TNA X Division Title, Denies Leon Slater's Record Bid

Alexander's win halts Slater's record chase to reset the X Division pecking order.

Overview

  • Cedric Alexander defeated Leon Slater to win the TNA X Division Championship, ending Slater's push to set a new reign mark.
  • Slater needed a successful defense to pass Austin Aries' benchmark of 298 days with the title, which dates back to September 2011.
  • Moments before the broadcast ended, Fabian Aichner appeared, stared down Alexander, and positioned himself as the next challenger.
  • A.J. Francis had declared he wants Slater's belt and claimed he was cheated in a prior title match, then beat KC Navarro in a SacTown Street Fight on Impact.
  • Impact airs on AMC, giving TNA's X Division storylines a broader TV stage as the title picture shifts under a new champion.