Mike D Vecchio
Birth date7 May 1996 (age 30)[1]
Birth placeMons, Belgium
Names
  • Belgian War Machine
    Mickael D
    Mickey D
    Mike D
    Mike Vecchio
    Mikey D
    Mike D. Vecchio
    Dorian Van Dux[2]
Height180 cm[3]
Weight110 kg[3]
TrainerPat Derudder
Debut2013[3]

Mike Derudder (born 7 May 1996), better known by his ring name Mike D Vecchio, is a Belgian professional wrestler. He is signed to WWE where he performs on the Evolve brand under the ring name Dorian Van Dux. He is best known for working in Westside Xtreme Wrestling (wXw), where he was a former wXw European Champion. He is known for his tenures with various promotions from the European independent scene.

Professional wrestling career

German Wrestling Federation (2020–2025)

In the German Wrestling Federation, Derudder is a former GWF Berlin and World Champion, titles which he has won on one separate occasion each.[3]

Westside Xtreme Wrestling (2021–2025)

Derudder made his debut in Westside Xtreme Wrestling at the wXw German Comic Con Limited Edition 2021 on September 11, where he teamed up with Ultima Sombra in a losing effort against Tristan Archer and Michael Knight.[4] During his time in the promotion, he chased for various of its championships. At wXw Drive Of Champions 2023 on June 17, he unsuccessfully challenged Shigehiro Irie for the wXw Unified World Wrestling Championship.[5] In 2024, he took part in the inaugural tournament of the wXw European Championship, where he defeated Jacob Crane in the first round and Luke Jacobs in the semifinals, but lost to Aigle Blanc in the finals.[6] He eventually defeated Blanc to win the title on the second night of the 2024 of the WXw World Tag Team Festival.[7] Derudder held the title until May 20, 2025 when he vacated it due to a knee injury.[8]

Derudder competed in several signature events of the promotion. In 2023's Shortcut to the Top, he competed in the traditional battle royal for the number one contendership at the wXw Unified World Wrestling Championship, ultimately won by Maggot.[9] At the 2024 edition of Shortcut to the Top, Derudder teamed up with Nick Schreier to unsuccessfully challenge Dennis Dullnig and Hektor Invictus for the wXw World Tag Team Championship. At the same event, he also competed in the traditional battle royal, which was won by Peter Tihanyi.[10]

In the 16 Carat Gold Tournament, he made his first appearance at the 2023 edition, where he lost to Tristan Archer in the first round.[11] One year later at the 2024 edition, Derudder defeated Gringo Loco in the first round, then lost to Aigle Blanc in the quarterfinals.[12]

Progress Wrestling (2024–2025)

Derudder made his debut in Progress Wrestling at the 2024 Super Strong Style 16 tournament, where he lost to Luke Jacobs in the first round.[13] On the second night of the event, he participated in a battle royal won by Gene Munny.[14] At Progress Chapter 169: The Devil On My Shoulder on July 28, 2024, he unsuccessfully challenged Axel Tischer for the Progress Atlas Championship.[15]

On July 27th, 2025 he successfully defeated Axel Tischer in a Tables Match to capture the Progress Atlas Championship

Revolution Pro Wrestling (2024–2025)

Derudder often makes appearances in Revolution Pro Wrestling (RevPro). At RevPro Revolution Rumble 2024 on March 31, he competed in the traditional Revolution Rumble won by Luke Jacobs.[16]

Impact Wrestling (2023)

Derudder made a one-time appearance in Impact Wrestling as he competed at Turning Point on October 27, 2023, where he teamed up with Ryan Richards in a losing effort against Grado and Rhino.[17]

World Wrestling Entertainment (2025-present)

Derudder announced his signing with WWE in September 2025 before being revealed as part of their next recruitment class in October.[18][19] Derudder initially wrestled dark matches and house shows for WWE's NXT brand under his real name before being given his new ring name Dorian Van Dux.[20]

His televised debut for WWE was on Evolve's April 1st episode defeating It's GAL.[21][22] He then wrestled in a six man tag team match on AAA's April 4th episode, teaming up with Elio LeFleur and Axiom to win against Charlie Dempsey, Nathan Frazer and Tristan Angels.[23] His first televised NXT match was on the April 14th episode, where he would lose to EK Prosper in the first round for the vacant Speed Championship.[24]

Championships and accomplishments

Other media

Derudder played Dracko in the 2024 martial arts film The Last Kumite directed by Ross W. Clarkson.[27]

References

  1. ^ Saalbach, Axel. "Mike D Vecchio • General Information". wrestlingdata.com. Retrieved October 17, 2024.
  2. ^ "Update on WWE Trademark for 'Dorian Van Dux' Ring Name". 411MANIA
  3. ^ Kreikenbohm, Philip. "Mike D Vecchio/Career Data" (in German). cagematch.de. Retrieved October 17, 2024.
  4. ^ "wXw @ German Comic Con - Limited Edition DAY 1". wxw-wrestling.com. Westside Xtreme Wrestling. September 11, 2021. Retrieved October 17, 2024.
  5. ^ Hamilton, Ian (June 21, 2023). "Hamilton's wXw Drive of Champions 2023 06.17.2023 Review". 411Mania. Retrieved October 17, 2024.
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  8. ^ Brennan, Corey (May 20, 2025). "Mike D Vecchio Vacates wXw European Championship Citing Persistent Knee Injury". Fightful.
  9. ^ "wXw Shortcut to the Top 2023 Quick Results Feat. Namesake Match, Delmi Exo Debut and Best of 3 Series". wwenetworknews.com. WWE Network News. September 17, 2023. Retrieved October 17, 2024.
  10. ^ Hetfield, James (August 10, 2024). "wXw Shortcut To The Top Results – August 10, 2024". pwmnaia.com. Retrieved October 5, 2024.
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  13. ^ Lambert, Jeremy (May 27, 2024). "PROGRESS Super Strong Style 16 Night One Results (5/26): Shelton Benjamin, Mike Santana, Kid Lykos Compete". fightful.com. Retrieved May 27, 2024.
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  21. ^ https://www.cagematch.net/?id=1&nr=449640
  22. ^ https://www.wwe.com/videos/dorian-van-dux-shines-in-his-wwe-evolve-debut-wwe-evolve-highlights-april-1-2026
  23. ^ https://www.cagematch.net/?id=1&nr=447344
  24. ^ https://www.cagesideseats.com/wwe/433417/wwe-nxt-results-live-discussion-apr-14-2026-first-defenses
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