Backstage Update On Which WWE NXT Star Will Use The “Dorian Van Dux” Ring Name

As previously reported, WWE has recently filed trademarks for the ring names “Tristan Angels” and “Dorian Van Dux.” It has been confirmed that “Tristan Angels” is the new ring name for Nathan Cranton, also known as Nathan Angel.

According to BodySlam+, the ring name “Dorian Van Dux” will be used by Mike Derudder, who is also known as Mike D. Vecchio. The Belgian wrestler confirmed his signing with WWE last year. Derudder/D. Vecchio is a former wXw European champion but was forced to vacate the title in May 2025 due to a knee injury.

D. Vecchio trained with Logan Paul last year in preparation for WWE Clash in Paris, where Paul faced 17-time World Champion John Cena.