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00:00:00Then, now, forever, together.

00:00:33It's a cold night here in Orlando, but NXT is fired up.

00:00:37NXT on the CW is presented by Progressive.

00:00:41And we're going to find out who my next opponent is going to be in this NXT championship ladder match

00:00:47coming up right now.

00:00:59I believe in Joe Hendricks.

00:01:02You know, we have a match, like, right now.

00:01:06You need to get up.

00:01:08What did you guys do?

00:01:10Medical, what happened?

00:01:11Listen, I promise, it's not what it looks like.

00:01:14Really?

00:01:14No, we found him just like that, and the chair was...

00:01:16Dude, it's about me to believe you?

00:01:17Whoa, chillin' with a false accusation, boss, I'm cool.

00:01:20But Tony D'Angelo just pulled up.

00:01:22Okay, um, please get medical for Joe, and keep an eye on those three.

00:01:26I'm going to deal with that.

00:01:26I'm here to help, by the way.

00:01:29Medical!

00:01:31Hey, uh, Joe Hendricks just got attacked, so we're going to move some stuff around.

00:01:34Um, please just go back to the desk right now.

00:01:36Okay, thank you.

00:01:41Big man needs bodyguards.

00:01:47You know, I actually thought the parking lot was the most dangerous place here in NXT,

00:01:52and obviously it is not.

00:01:54That's why you've got to keep your eyes open, watch your back, when opportunity is on the line.

00:01:59Ain't that right, Vick and Booker?

00:02:01Hell of a bull.

00:02:02Hell of a bull.

00:02:03All right, you guys.

00:02:03I mean, job opening is, is, is, is, is coming around.

00:02:07Oh, he stinks.

00:02:08Oh, guys getting let go right here.

00:02:10Can we start getting into this, please?

00:02:12Thank you for joining us.

00:02:14Obviously, Tony D'Angelo is here.

00:02:15Can't wait to hear what he has to say.

00:02:17But did you see, uh, Jackson thinks he should just be giving a spot in the ladder match.

00:02:21We have two qualifiers, though, to see who will be part of that matchup when that title is on the

00:02:26line next week here on NXT.

00:02:28But we have found out that we're going to start things off with a tag team championship match.

00:02:33Oh, wait, wait, wait.

00:02:34No, no, no, no, no.

00:02:35No tag match with me.

00:02:36That ain't what I came out here to call.

00:02:37I came to do a singles match.

00:02:39I'm going to let y'all do what you do best.

00:02:40Y'all have at it.

00:02:41But I will say this.

00:02:42There's going to be a Saints of the Dress at the end of this show once we know all of

00:02:45the ladder match participants.

00:02:47You got that?

00:02:47Oh, we also have to figure out what to get from.

00:02:49I like the outfit.

00:02:50I like the outfit.

00:02:52It was a lot of money.

00:02:53It was definitely there.

00:02:54What is going on?

00:02:54You're talking about outfits and Joe Hendry got attacked?

00:02:56What? Where's he going?

00:03:07And Joe Hendry!

00:03:11The comic contest scheduled for the fall is for the NXT Tag Team Championship!

00:03:21Introducing first, they are the NXT Tag Team Champions, Darkseid, Osiris Griffin, and Saquon Sugar!

00:03:33Oh, look, so much going on right now.

00:03:36Saquon Sugar is still trying to get his gear on.

00:03:38This matchup is happening now.

00:03:40I'd also like to point out, not to take anything away from our guests for a few moments,

00:03:44Tony D'Angelo definitely should have security with him for everything that we've seen as of late.

00:03:50Tony's making money moves, man.

00:03:53A lot of guys should take advice from Tony D.

00:04:07And again, our night was supposed to begin with Joe Hendry in action, and against Jackson Drake

00:04:14of the Vanity Project, the Evolve Men's Champion, someone attacked.

00:04:19I don't want to jump in and lose his name.

00:04:20No, no, no, no.

00:04:21You say his name, and he appears he didn't get knocked, clapped the hell out.

00:04:26Oh, so you think this is funny?

00:04:28I love it.

00:04:28You went from singing his jingle to getting the second chorus to laughing at the guy.

00:04:32This is man, this is picking up here at NXT, man.

00:04:35Look here.

00:04:35We said it last week.

00:04:37We said it the week before.

00:04:38Opportunity, opportunity knocks, man.

00:04:41I love that.

00:04:42We're trying to get settled here at the announce desk.

00:04:44Ricky Saints no longer is joining us, and we are kicking the night off.

00:04:49With the NXT Tag Team Championships, there is never Booker a doll moment here on a Tuesday night.

00:04:56Championships on the line, right now.

00:04:58The question is, could we see a new Tag Team Champion tonight?

00:05:02That's the question.

00:05:03Well, again, short notice, but what a way to start tonight.

00:05:05Sugars appears to be everything tied and ready to go, along with his Tag Team partner.

00:05:10Dionne Lennox, of course, will be part of the qualifying matches later on tonight to join Ricky Saints,

00:05:15who's no longer with us.

00:05:17And the other qualifier is in that Men's Championship Ladder Match, which takes place next Tuesday here live on NXT.

00:05:24Booker, I just hope Joe Henry's okay.

00:05:26You know, I'm not worried about Joe Henry right now.

00:05:28Cover, titles.

00:05:29I'm talking about this match right here.

00:05:31Dima and Price, these guys have been looking real good as of late.

00:05:35The question is, can they cash in tonight?

00:05:37Can they cash that ticket and become Tag Team Champions for the first time here at NXT?

00:05:42That's their first championship match in over a year.

00:05:45And going back to Joe Henry for a moment, are you surprised that OTM stood next to Henry?

00:05:50As we got quite the face-off between these two hosts.

00:05:53You know, I am surprised.

00:05:54I mean, because, you know, it's not about friends here.

00:05:57But then I understand, on the other side, keep your friends close, but keep your enemies a whole lot closer.

00:06:02So, yeah, I can't-

00:06:03Whoa!

00:06:04Oh, yeah!

00:06:05Bracko Nima's legal.

00:06:07Sugars is going for the ride.

00:06:10Sugar Man, Sugar Man didn't like that at all.

00:06:12No, they did not.

00:06:13Oh, my word.

00:06:14I'm talking about that.

00:06:16Champions are flipping out of the ringside.

00:06:20Challengers are the ones in control right now.

00:06:23OTM!

00:06:25OTM!

00:06:26OTM!

00:06:30OTM!

00:06:31OTM right now, again, it's still three-on-two, even without Deion Lennix.

00:06:34Dark State just called a player right there.

00:06:36Divide and conquer him.

00:06:37Oh, yeah.

00:06:38Called a player and he got intercepted.

00:06:39That was about as silly as Shadur.

00:06:40Sanders making the Pro Bowl and I'm a Browns fan.

00:06:43Bam!

00:06:45Osiris Devarez.

00:06:46This guy's, he's a launch.

00:06:48He's close to 300 pounds.

00:06:50I think he's over 300.

00:06:51He had breakfast and lunch today.

00:06:52He's got a bad attitude.

00:06:54I like that.

00:06:55But the thing is, oh, he's got this smart.

00:06:56Well, take a look at Hank and Tank, the former NXT Tag Team Champions, looking on.

00:07:02Obviously have a keen interest in this matchup because when you think of Dark State, they're

00:07:06approaching 100 days as champions.

00:07:09Into the cover and a near fall.

00:07:11Booker, what will it take, though?

00:07:13Let's be honest.

00:07:13Let's get back to what we need to talk about.

00:07:15What will it take for OTM to become champions here tonight?

00:07:20You know, I think OTM is doing everything, you know, accordingly.

00:07:23And the thing is, taking that hiatus, taking that hiatus in 2025, taking a step back to

00:07:28take a step forward to ask themselves those pivotal questions.

00:07:31Can we, Dwight, do we belong here at NXT?

00:07:35Hashtag Keep Champs.

00:07:36I think you just keep the preparation.

00:07:38Preparation is the only luck you're going to have.

00:07:41Take a look at Sugar's going face first.

00:07:44Lucian Price charging in, got caught.

00:07:46And look, OTM has tested themselves on live events.

00:07:48Coming to a city near you, coming to Nashville this weekend.

00:07:52And also on WWE Main Event, they face teams like the LWO, Los Americanos, Alpha Academy,

00:07:57and the War Raiders.

00:07:58How does facing that sort of competition make you better?

00:08:01It's like a young Harlem Heat going out there getting those reps in.

00:08:06That's what it's all about, getting those reps in there against the best competition

00:08:09you could possibly find.

00:08:11And that's what Lima and Price are doing, like I say.

00:08:13Looking at the attitude right now.

00:08:15Just looking in the eyes of OTM.

00:08:17These guys are definitely ready to come up.

00:08:19Wait up on the butt.

00:08:20I love it, man.

00:08:21Look, how many times have we seen Osiris go down after one body shot?

00:08:26It shows the power of Bronco.

00:08:28These guys are big guys, and they got that street mentality, man.

00:08:33Go out there, conquer, conquer by any means necessary.

00:08:37I love that, man.

00:08:38And Bronco and Neiman now, one suplex, one to follow it up, showing the strength.

00:08:43Wow.

00:08:44Making Sugars on a little walk and ode to sides.

00:08:47He's going to make it a trifecta counter, though, Sugars.

00:08:52The last moment, I think he's going to have to rethink this strategy.

00:08:55Charging right in.

00:08:55Made the tag, though.

00:08:56Bronco doesn't realize Osiris is legal, and he didn't know.

00:09:00He knows now.

00:09:00What a great play in there by the Sugar Man.

00:09:03The Sugar Man just drew me in right there.

00:09:06One thing about the Sugar Man, he's a wild card.

00:09:09He's a wild card to this team right here.

00:09:11You said a lot in a very short time here tonight.

00:09:13That's probably the most honest thing I've heard you say in the four years we've worked together.

00:09:16What are you talking about?

00:09:17He's a wild card?

00:09:18That's how I agree with that.

00:09:19That's the most honest thing you've said in the four years we've worked together.

00:09:22But right now.

00:09:23Oh, my God, man.

00:09:26Just got tossed.

00:09:28Osiris right now.

00:09:29OTM's in control.

00:09:30Are we going to have new champions tonight?

00:09:34Oh.

00:09:37NXT tonight was supposed to begin with Joe Hendry vs. Jackson Drake.

00:09:41The winner would be qualifying for the ladder match next Tuesday for the NXT Championship.

00:09:47Joe Hendry is found down.

00:09:49He's been taken to a hospital from our understanding.

00:09:52We hope to get an update on Joe Hendry's last night.

00:09:56But Joe Hendry is not here.

00:09:57Ava had to call an audible.

00:09:59Schedule this tag team match.

00:10:00Both teams are not ready.

00:10:01Dark State in control.

00:10:03Big neck breaker.

00:10:03Into the cup to retain.

00:10:05That's it.

00:10:06Brock Warnley was just able to kick out.

00:10:08He was kicked out in the nick of time.

00:10:10Like, there was another combination here by the Dark State.

00:10:13Check it out.

00:10:14Wow.

00:10:15Neck breaker.

00:10:15Tom almost retained the titles.

00:10:17And look, Dark State is not used to having someone stand up to them.

00:10:20Do you believe that any member will be thrown off their game as this matchup continues?

00:10:26Because as of right now, it doesn't look to be that way.

00:10:28I don't think so.

00:10:28I think Dark State, like I say, from day one, these guys, they're in attack mode.

00:10:34And the thing is, what's their motto?

00:10:36What's their motto?

00:10:37Nobody's safe, right?

00:10:38Nobody's safe.

00:10:39Not even you.

00:10:40Not even I.

00:10:41Nobody's safe, man.

00:10:41And it's not a lie.

00:10:43He's kicking off Sugars.

00:10:45Neymar right now looking across, trying to make a tag.

00:10:47Got caught, though.

00:10:48And Saquon doing a nice job of cutting this ring in half.

00:10:51Currently, it's Dark State.

00:10:52He's on the second reign as tag team champions.

00:10:55Beautiful leg, Larry.

00:10:56Yeah, Buck, Sugar, man.

00:10:57Doesn't it say?

00:10:58Look at Osama.

00:10:59Oh, baby, the virus.

00:11:00The hell?

00:11:01Big shouldn't be doing things like that.

00:11:04And Sugars, no.

00:11:06Well, if it was Saturday, he'd be eliminated from the Royal Rumble.

00:11:09Because I think he went over the top rope.

00:11:10Definitely went over the top rope and had a hard, gnarly landing there as well.

00:11:15I don't know if that's an asterisk because he entered the ring through the ropes.

00:11:19Well, I guess it was.

00:11:20Oh, man.

00:11:21Double, man.

00:11:22Cross body.

00:11:23And look, it says a lot about a team that can defeat the Hardys under broken rules.

00:11:27That's what Dark State did.

00:11:28But OTM, they are hungry.

00:11:31And Lucian Price is legal.

00:11:33Like I say, OTM, this could be that night.

00:11:36I always tell you about those moments.

00:11:37That moment is going to be here, and it could be gone just like that.

00:11:41So take advantage of it, Sajj.

00:11:42Take advantage of it.

00:11:44Oh, yes!

00:11:45And what is different about this version of OTM?

00:11:48Oh, these guys, like I said, they're hungry.

00:11:50I think they have that attitude right now about going out there, win by enemies.

00:11:54They're serious.

00:11:55Like I said, coming up out the mud is serious, man.

00:11:58Oh, yes!

00:11:59Oh, yes!

00:12:00NXT Universe fired up.

00:12:02Lucian Price trying to power up.

00:12:05And Dusslein sugars.

00:12:07He got a two-for-one.

00:12:08Now he's stacking them up.

00:12:10Could it be in Osiris?

00:12:12So close, able to break this match up.

00:12:14This is going to continue.

00:12:15NXT Tag Team Titles on the line.

00:12:18They're the former champions.

00:12:19As we mentioned, Hank and Tank looking on.

00:12:21But it seems to be the Vanity Project, too.

00:12:26Looking very sneaky here this far tonight.

00:12:30But back to the live action.

00:12:31Up and over.

00:12:32And look who's in the ring.

00:12:33It's Lucian.

00:12:34It sugars.

00:12:35And Lucian just dragging one half of the Tag Team Champ.

00:12:39What the hell?

00:12:41The Brad Baylor smokes Vanity Project on the outside.

00:12:44Back into the ring.

00:12:45And hey, hey, hey!

00:12:46Wait a minute!

00:12:47Come on!

00:12:48The Hilt is there!

00:12:50Here are your winners, and still, the NXT Tag Team Champions!

00:12:57Well, OGM realized it was Vanity Project.

00:13:00Hank and Tank came out here.

00:13:02All hell now, breaking loose.

00:13:05Dark State steals it.

00:13:06Look, there's Connors.

00:13:09What the hell's going on?

00:13:10Connors from Chase University.

00:13:11Why is this happening?

00:13:12Dixon now getting into the fight.

00:13:14Why is this happening, Dick?

00:13:16Only these men know, but Dark State steals the titles tonight.

00:13:21And one thing's for sure, the Tag Team tension is starting to rise on Tuesday night.

00:13:27And it's not done!

00:13:29Oh, baby!

00:13:30Nico!

00:13:31Oh, baby!

00:13:32Josh Spears!

00:13:33The Culling is here, dog!

00:13:35The Culling is here, and the Culling has beaten the hell out of the Tag Team Champions!

00:13:40Bitch, this is about to pick up, we're in the Tag Team Division!

00:13:44Oh, the X-Mactor!

00:13:46Oh, the GPS!

00:13:48Oh, yes!

00:13:50And the Culling delivering on their promise from last week!

00:13:57Babe!

00:14:09Oh, she is a dear friend of mine.

00:14:11Miss Parker!

00:14:13Miss Parker!

00:14:14I say that you should have your own chance.

00:14:19Blake Monroe!

00:14:20Blake Monroe!

00:14:21Guys, come on.

00:14:22Blake Monroe!

00:14:24Yes!

00:14:24Blake Monroe!

00:14:25You hear it?

00:14:26That is beautiful.

00:14:27Beautiful.

00:14:28I know.

00:14:30We are so aligned, Queen.

00:14:32Now, look, paths like ours do not cross by accident.

00:14:36I am very familiar with Jada Parker, and I know that you've been through so, so much.

00:14:41I have.

00:14:42I have been through so much.

00:14:43You've seen me, and I can't let Jada Parker set me back.

00:14:46I agree, and I'm reading your energy right now, and I just really feel like you need something like...

00:14:53A friend.

00:14:55Help.

00:14:55Oh, I was gonna say sage, and a little bit of grass touching.

00:15:01Now, look, Nikita Multimedia's never had a problem standing up to the woman and checking

00:15:06him in NXT.

00:15:08So consider this a gift from the divine feline in the universe.

00:15:13I will face Jada Parker, so you don't have to.

00:15:17Your path remains clear.

00:15:20You would do that for me?

00:15:22And how do I repay you?

00:15:24I don't know.

00:15:25Call me Nikita the Saint.

00:15:28Lions Parker next.

00:15:34Houston, Texas, the home of Booker T.

00:15:37We'll get ready, Book, because NXT returns to the 713 Music Hall in Houston on Tuesday, March 17th.

00:15:45Tickets go on sale tomorrow, 10 a.m. Central.

00:15:49Get yours via Ticketmaster.

00:16:03The following contest is scheduled for what for?

00:16:08Introducing first, Garthport St. Lucie, Florida, Jada Parker!

00:16:24NXT on the CW is presented by Progressive Insurance.

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00:16:36Well, we can agree on this.

00:16:37It was quite the return last week for that woman, Miss Parker.

00:16:41Oh, yes, it was.

00:16:43Jada Parker had a lot to say.

00:16:45N.G. Spock.

00:16:56Nikita!

00:16:57I'm here for a dog, whatever it takes, I'm taking it home.

00:17:00And her a token from the CISLESS, come up with Nikita Lion!

00:17:07Well, we heard from this woman earlier as we were set for singles competition

00:17:12in the women's division here on NXT.

00:17:20As I said earlier, Houston, we're coming to you March 17th,

00:17:23but NXT hits the road this weekend.

00:17:26There you can see Nashville, Nashville, Birmingham.

00:17:29Tickets are on sale at Ticketmaster.com.

00:17:36NXT certainly will heat up some of those cities.

00:17:40You ain't diving.

00:17:41With the recent weather that has gone through.

00:17:43It's gold, man. It's gold. I got my scarf around.

00:17:45It's my scarf.

00:17:47Well, here we go now.

00:17:48I want to ask you this.

00:17:49Did you like Lyon's idea, what she said to Blake Monroe

00:17:52and talked about everything and including stepping up

00:17:55and fighting this match for her?

00:17:57Let me tell you something.

00:17:57Ticket Lyons is just looking to make a play here in 2020.

00:18:01I can just tell by the walkout.

00:18:03There's a whole lot of difference about Ticket Lyons.

00:18:06This is an opportunity and an opportunity of a lifetime.

00:18:08To step up.

00:18:10It's about business.

00:18:12You talk about business.

00:18:13You talk about opportunity.

00:18:14And I think the same can be said for both these women, Booker.

00:18:17And just how important is this matchup for Jada and for Nikita?

00:18:21Let me say this.

00:18:22Jada Parker may be the best athlete in that locker room.

00:18:25I've said that about a few of the ladies before in the past,

00:18:28and I got a lot of heat behind it.

00:18:29But Jada Parker got so much talent.

00:18:32And he can just focus.

00:18:32I'm talking about getting that 1,000-yard stare back

00:18:36and go out there and make some moves.

00:18:38I'm talking about money moves.

00:18:39She's going to be a champion here, Vic.

00:18:40Now, Jada Parker's come off a shoulder injury.

00:18:43Is this her first matchup back?

00:18:45Taking on someone like Nikita Lyons.

00:18:46But it's been a week.

00:18:47We talk about that return for Jada.

00:18:50Oh, yes.

00:18:51But what did you think about the passion in which Miss Parker spoke with last Tuesday?

00:18:56No, I mean, she had a lot of passion.

00:18:57But that's the thing.

00:18:59The one thing that stuck out more than anything,

00:19:02that Jada Parker's still looking for the approval of the audience, of the fans.

00:19:06You can't do that, Vic.

00:19:08You've got to think about A number one.

00:19:09That's what this business is built on.

00:19:11The greats, the Hall of Famers.

00:19:13They know that.

00:19:14Okay, well, then how does she take that next step, Bishop?

00:19:16Big clothesline, rocking Lyons, down to the mat, into the cover,

00:19:20hooking the outside leg, and Nikita getting that right shoulder up.

00:19:23How does Jada then take that next step?

00:19:25I mean, like I say, Jada Parker has all the talent.

00:19:27She just needs to have the right mindset and go out there and think about one thing,

00:19:31focus on the main roster.

00:19:33Think about that big check, that big contract.

00:19:36You understand what I'm saying?

00:19:37That right there, that contract, it will motivate you, man.

00:19:41Oh, wow.

00:19:42What a roundhouse kick.

00:19:44Oh, baby.

00:19:45Nikita right on top of you.

00:19:46Oh, the Lion Queen is woken, awoken.

00:19:49Oh, yes.

00:19:50He could have been looking for the knockout blow.

00:19:52And speaking of knockouts, we're hoping to get a medical update on Joe Hendry.

00:19:56Hendry, of course, was found laid out instead of having his matchup,

00:20:00which was supposed to kick off the night.

00:20:02But that brings us to the here, and that brings us to the now.

00:20:05It's different Nikita Lyons right here, Vic.

00:20:07I'm hoping you're noticing it right now.

00:20:08Nikita Lyons right there is definitely on her A game, and she's taking full advantage of this opportunity.

00:20:14Just imagine.

00:20:15Knock off.

00:20:16Knock off.

00:20:17Knock off.

00:20:17Come on, man.

00:20:18Knock off.

00:20:19Jada Parker, you got something going, man.

00:20:21Look, you just said a lot there, and a lot of it is true because you take a look at

00:20:25the entire women's division as a whole,

00:20:28not just these two.

00:20:29Has the target ever been bigger on the back of our team?

00:20:33Wow.

00:20:33That being JCJ.

00:20:35Oh, it hasn't.

00:20:35Like I said, somebody like Nikita Lyons, she's about moving up the rankings.

00:20:41It's about impressing the seats.

00:20:43And there's no dancing right now.

00:20:45There's no singing or anything like that.

00:20:47It's about going out there and taking care of business.

00:20:51Nikita Lyons taking care of business now.

00:20:53Big four.

00:20:54Look at that big shot.

00:20:55Nikita right now is in the best shape she's been in since I've been here in the next year as

00:21:00well.

00:21:00Shooting the half into the cover, hook of the leg.

00:21:02Jada able to kick out at one.

00:21:04Well, I'll just say this, and I saw the interaction earlier between Nikita Lyons and Blake Monroe.

00:21:08Hopefully, Lyons remembers what Blake did to her last BF.

00:21:13That, of course, being Jordan Grace.

00:21:15You remember that, don't you, Book?

00:21:16I remember that.

00:21:17But like I said, I think Nikita Lyons really understands what this time means right now.

00:21:23I mean, everybody's thinking about the same thing, and that's moving up.

00:21:26But I'm looking at Nikita Lyons right now.

00:21:28Nice.

00:21:28Pearl River plunge in a kickout.

00:21:30The playbook is definitely coming to the plate right now.

00:21:32She's going deep, deep into that tool bag, and you look at Jada Parker.

00:21:37Jada's in dire space.

00:21:39Jada did not see this coming.

00:21:40Oh, but again, this Jada, this Jada's first match back after that shoulder injury, and look.

00:21:45I mean, Nikita Lyons, she haven't had a whole lot of matches either.

00:21:48Come on.

00:21:48Well, I'm just talking about being 100%.

00:21:50Nikita Lyons has been back at 100% a lot longer than Jada Parker is trying to fight right now.

00:21:54If you're going to talk it, you better damn sure walk it.

00:21:57That's what this bitch is all about, right?

00:22:00That's what it's predicated on.

00:22:01That's fair.

00:22:01Going out there and doing it in the middle of that.

00:22:04What do you think of these two women right now just slugging it out?

00:22:07And I don't think, Jada, mind that Nikita stepped up for this fight.

00:22:11I don't think she's got the match.

00:22:12Oh, my.

00:22:13And that's what Jada Parker's going to need.

00:22:16She's going to need high-caliber competition if she want to get better, if she want to put

00:22:20us in.

00:22:21Oh, big, big pie buster right there.

00:22:27Driving the air out of the lungs of Nikita.

00:22:30Nikita, though, got caught.

00:22:33Don't miss your spot, bud.

00:22:35Oh, here we go.

00:22:38Here we go.

00:22:39Walking out.

00:22:40High step.

00:22:40Oh, that's like the Bradley Tigers.

00:22:44And now after that spine buster, Jada, oh, the hypnotic right to the side.

00:22:52And Parker not done yet.

00:22:55Ready to give Nikita a little deja vu in the center of the ring.

00:23:00Parker returns for action with a victory.

00:23:05Here's your winner, Jada Parker.

00:23:11How good it must feel for Jada Parker.

00:23:15Welcome back to in-ring action.

00:23:18And what a matchup this was.

00:23:20I mean, that's a new play out of the playbook.

00:23:22Is it not?

00:23:24That's that evolution you were talking about for Jada Parker, who stands tall in the center

00:23:31in the center of the ring tonight on NX TV.

00:23:33What an incredible performance.

00:23:36No, really.

00:23:37It was something.

00:23:39But it wasn't glamorous, was it?

00:23:43Last week, I tried to correct your very, very grave mistake, but you didn't want to listen, did you?

00:23:52Nobody takes the spotlight from Blake Monroe and gets away with it.

00:23:58So I'll be seeing you very, very soon.

00:24:25I'm so sorry about what happened to y'all last week.

00:24:27All right, but y'all did at this place jumpin'.

00:24:31I said, that's a fact.

00:24:32We did that, bro.

00:24:33It means a lot coming from you, man.

00:24:34Already, bro.

00:24:35Last week with Serena, I came so close.

00:24:37I know exactly how you feel, all right?

00:24:39And listen, around here, it's like a sharp take, all right?

00:24:42So shake it off and stay ready for anything.

00:24:44I mean, anything.

00:24:46Meteor cardu.

00:24:47Some duolingo?

00:24:48I see you guys are taking advice from Tavion Heights.

00:24:51I mean, sure, he's got the medals to back it up, but it's not very wise unless you want to

00:24:56be an amateur wrestler.

00:24:58I was an Olympian.

00:24:59See, we're in the big leagues now.

00:25:00This is NXT.

00:25:02This is a new era, and there's money on the table for everybody.

00:25:05Lexus, what are you even going on about?

00:25:06You know what I'm going on about.

00:25:07You have squandered each and every opportunity that's been thrown your way.

00:25:10Meanwhile, people like me, people like Ariana Grace, grab a birthright to the opportunities in NXT.

00:25:16And we're not asking anymore.

00:25:18We're taking them.

00:25:19Don't make me beat your ass and listen in 10 seconds.

00:25:21I got it all right.

00:25:23I got it.

00:25:24Why not?

00:25:24We do right here.

00:25:25Ain't nobody trick me.

00:25:26Come on, Cody.

00:25:27Ain't nobody worried about you.

00:25:30It's another week at WWE Podcast, and they're ready to be streamed.

00:25:34The Undertaker joins Cody Rhodes on What Do You Want to Talk About?

00:25:38And then the American Nightmare joins the American Badass on Six Feet Under.

00:25:44And just take a look at this week's lineup as a whole.

00:25:47Don't miss a second of any WWE podcast.

00:25:53Go Ruka.

00:25:54What a stupid name.

00:25:56What a stupid name, isn't it?

00:25:57But I got to tell you, they won at NXT, and they did a pretty good job,

00:26:03so they got a chance at the TNA Knockouts World Tag Team Championships.

00:26:07You are giving them way too much credit.

00:26:10Yeah.

00:26:11Too much credit.

00:26:12Zarya, your friend?

00:26:15Sol Ruka tried to steal the spotlight from you at Genesis.

00:26:18And then, on Tuesday night, Zarya was just worried about standing tall all by herself.

00:26:26Yeah, they're like fake friends.

00:26:28They are fake friends.

00:26:29Didn't they have like a falling out or something?

00:26:30You're right.

00:26:31You know what we got?

00:26:33We got beauty.

00:26:34We got class.

00:26:35And then, we got health.

00:26:37That's right.

00:26:38We're healthy.

00:26:39Because the last time I saw you at NXT, you had a little issue with your wing, your shoulder.

00:26:43And we're going to work on that.

00:26:44I know your weakness.

00:26:45And you know what?

00:26:45We're never going to lose the TNA Knockouts World Tag Team Championships.

00:26:49We're going to keep them forever.

00:26:52Forever.

00:26:54Forever.

00:26:59Ah, so, are you seeing what Elegance Brain is saying about us?

00:27:03And where are you?

00:27:06What do you mean you're...

00:27:07You know what?

00:27:09Don't tell me.

00:27:11God.

00:27:12Where is Sol?

00:27:13A question I ask myself many times.

00:27:17I'm sorry, Zarya.

00:27:19Honestly, friends around here kind of come and go.

00:27:21Trust me, I know more than anyone.

00:27:24Literally, last week.

00:27:25I thought me and Lola were cool.

00:27:26She said she was going to knock me out.

00:27:28I couldn't tell who's who anymore.

00:27:30It's okay, though.

00:27:31I just got to win back my championship.

00:27:32I'm sorry.

00:27:33Are you complaining right now?

00:27:35You get to stumble upon championships.

00:27:38I don't get those opportunities.

00:27:40I didn't stumble upon a championship.

00:27:42I earned it.

00:27:43Are you sure about that?

00:27:44Oh, don't get mad at me because Sol's not here for you.

00:27:46Don't talk about Sol.

00:27:49If you have a problem...

00:27:50I have a problem with anyone who says that I didn't earn my championship.

00:27:55Then I'll see you later.

00:28:02Well, well, well.

00:28:05Here we are at the moment of truth, Miles Bourne.

00:28:08Another huge opportunity for you tonight.

00:28:11For the world to find out who you really are.

00:28:14Are you righteous?

00:28:16Or will you finally be ruthless?

00:28:19Let me talk to you about this Dion Lennox.

00:28:21Because that is a man who doesn't really give a damn about the rules.

00:28:25And I guess that would be why Dark State actually has gold.

00:28:28And you have what?

00:28:30On your trophy shelf, pal.

00:28:32Participation awards?

00:28:33You actually want to be in this ladder match, Miles?

00:28:36Why don't you do what you need to do?

00:28:38Any means necessary.

00:28:42Ethan.

00:28:42Ethan, don't you worry how I handle my business.

00:28:47It's showtime, Miles.

00:28:49Come on.

00:28:50And I'm actually going to be out there, front row, Joe, getting all the...

00:28:54You know what, Ricky?

00:28:54No one wants to hear you run in your mouth ringside.

00:28:57You know what?

00:28:57I just don't want to see you out there.

00:28:59I'm going to drop your ass, too.

00:29:01You got that?

00:29:02I love aggressive, Miles.

00:29:04He's awesome.

00:29:05Chill out, brother.

00:29:05I ain't going to be out there.

00:29:07Come on.

00:29:07What's the issue?

00:29:09This is incredible.

00:29:09Who would have thought the only way to get aggression out of this guy is you being your

00:29:14obnoxious guy?

00:29:28The following contest is the NXT Championship, Ladder Mesh Qualifier!

00:29:39Introducing first, Dark State, Deion Lennox!

00:29:45I guess Ricky won't be joining us on commentary.

00:29:47Lennox looks to qualify against Miles Bourne next.

00:29:54Yes, I'm aware the Rumble is Saturday.

00:29:57Absolutely.

00:29:57We have the deepest women's division in the world.

00:30:00So, whatever decision you make, I support it.

00:30:03Hey, Ava.

00:30:03What?

00:30:04How's Joe doing?

00:30:06Not good, obviously.

00:30:08He's not cleared.

00:30:08Oh, no.

00:30:09That really sucks, doesn't it?

00:30:11I don't know what happened.

00:30:12So, do you guys think I'm stupid, or what is it?

00:30:15Whoa, whoa, whoa.

00:30:15Because I know all three of you attacked Joe.

00:30:17I saw you with a chair, and then you went and interfered in the tag match.

00:30:20Should I just, should I rip out your contract right now?

00:30:23Whoa, whoa, whoa, chill.

00:30:23He's up, slow down.

00:30:24Okay, that's a bit of an extreme, no?

00:30:26The Hendry situation, you technically can't prove that was us.

00:30:29Okay?

00:30:30It could have been anyone.

00:30:31Yeah, just like the tag team match situation, it could have been anyone.

00:30:34She can't prove it was us.

00:30:36Listen, yeah, you got some help.

00:30:37Listen, boss, you said yourself, NXT is anybody's game right now.

00:30:41Okay?

00:30:41The boys were just trying to make something happen.

00:30:44Right.

00:30:45You're not just good looking, you know?

00:30:46Well, and may I just say, Ava, this scent, fantastic.

00:30:51Ew, and shut up.

00:30:53Yes, you're right.

00:30:54I can't technically prove that you guys attacked Joe, so, because there's a spot that's open.

00:31:00Jackson, you're in the ladder match.

00:31:02Bust, you two are banned from ringside, okay?

00:31:07By the way, if Joe is cleared, he's also in the ladder match.

00:31:13You know what?

00:31:14You know what?

00:31:15Quite the decision.

00:31:16The Evolve champion is in, and we're about to find out who's going to join.

00:31:20Let's go, baby!

00:31:25Let's go, baby!

00:31:26And it's a poop!

00:31:27Don't move into North Carolina, weighing 220 pounds, Miles Bourne!

00:31:34Bourne focused on his opponent and also on qualifying for next Tuesday's multi-man ladder match for the NXT championship.

00:31:43The big game is just around the corner between the AFC champion New England Patriots and NFC champion Seattle Seahawks.

00:31:50Support your team on Super Bowl Sunday with your own WWE NFL Legacy title belt.

00:31:55It's available now on WWE Shop.

00:31:59How about that decision, though, Booker, by our general manager Jackson Drake is in.

00:32:03But, but, if Joe Hendry is medically cleared, he automatically also qualifies for next Tuesday's ladder match.

00:32:11I must say, Ava's done a hell of a job.

00:32:13I mean, being so young in that position, knowing exactly the opportunity she's given these young guys and these young

00:32:18ladies, it's incredible.

00:32:20She's done a hell of a job.

00:32:21Opportunity of plenty, as you can see.

00:32:23Both men staring up at the NXT championship, of course.

00:32:27Next week, it is that championship ladder match.

00:32:29Saints, Hill, Legacy, Jackson, as we've learned, are in.

00:32:34Joe Hendry is in if he is cleared.

00:32:36And then the winner of this match will join.

00:32:38And we still, still book that later on tonight, have one more qualifying match.

00:32:42Still to come.

00:32:43But do you see this the way Ethan Page sees it as a moment of truth for Miles Boyd?

00:32:49I mean, Ethan Page is telling Miles Boyd all the right things.

00:32:53The question is, can Miles Boyd open his ears and listen to that information?

00:32:58That's the question.

00:32:59This kid has an abundance of talent.

00:33:01See that mistake right there?

00:33:03See that mistake?

00:33:04That was a rookie mistake right there.

00:33:06That certainly was.

00:33:07And Miles Boyd just ran in and hit a brick wall.

00:33:11That is Deion Lennox, a former Oregon State Beaver linebacker, a former member of the Rams in the NFL.

00:33:18Came over here as a disgruntled athlete who did not want to wait in line, wanted to take his spot.

00:33:23Didn't want someone to have, he didn't want to work for him.

00:33:25He wanted to take it.

00:33:26He is indeed.

00:33:27Deion Lennox, he played everybody here in NXT.

00:33:30I mean, he had that school boy act working real good.

00:33:32I'm talking about the glasses and the sweater.

00:33:35Everything was going for this kid.

00:33:37But this kid right here, very athletic, very smart.

00:33:40Motivated.

00:33:41This kid, Deion Lennox, he can become champion here in NXT.

00:33:44He's working on it right now.

00:33:46Get a winner tonight, son.

00:33:49And look at this big power slam counter, though, but Booker, how about this breaking news just made official?

00:33:55Tavion Heights will face Lexus King as we get a near fall in this matchup.

00:34:00And Miles Boyd still trying to recover after.

00:34:02Well, inside cradle, inside cradle.

00:34:04And another near fall.

00:34:06Both these men looking for that opportunity as Deion trying to make short work.

00:34:09And another kick out.

00:34:11Both these men know just how important this matchup is.

00:34:14Looking for the backslide, center of the ring, shoulders down.

00:34:17And Bourne again, able to kick out.

00:34:19Big dropkick right to the butt.

00:34:22Beautiful dropkick.

00:34:23Miles Boyd trying to kick out just a little bit from being stunned early in this match.

00:34:27Trying to slow it down a little bit here as well.

00:34:29I like that.

00:34:30You know, I'll ask you this, too.

00:34:32Does Bourne have an edge about him?

00:34:34That's the question that has been thrown out there by the North American champion.

00:34:38I like everything about Miles Boyd.

00:34:39But I'm going to tell you right now, I'm not completely sold in trying to steal out.

00:34:44On Miles Boyd.

00:34:45Does he have that killer instinct?

00:34:47You know what I mean?

00:34:47That's the question with Miles Boyd.

00:34:49Is he going to go out there and win by any means necessary?

00:34:53That's the question for Miles Boyd.

00:34:55Out of the corner.

00:34:56Hook of the leg.

00:34:57Referee in great position.

00:34:58Deion now pushing that shoulder down.

00:35:00And a kick out.

00:35:01You know by any means necessary.

00:35:02Deion Lennox, Dark State.

00:35:03They will do what they need to, to win, to secure more gold.

00:35:08And could you imagine Deion Lennox, NXT champion, Dark State also with a tag team gold.

00:35:13And Miles Boyd, near fall.

00:35:15Deion Lennox gave up his tag team champion.

00:35:18Inside cradle, inside cradle, inside cradle.

00:35:20And another kick out again.

00:35:21Both these men feel the urgency right now.

00:35:23Of course they do.

00:35:23I mean, like I said, it's a shot on the line.

00:35:26I mean, just win this match.

00:35:28And you got an opportunity of a lifetime.

00:35:30An opportunity that could definitely change your life, man.

00:35:35Coming out of that corner.

00:35:36Lennox now trying to keep his foot on the gas.

00:35:39And nice sidestep from Miles for a moment.

00:35:42And again, what we've seen in this match between these two is that sense of urgency.

00:35:47They've also, I don't know if you've noticed this book, both have been caught at different times staring up at

00:35:51the NXT championship that's hanging high above the ring.

00:35:54That's what it's all about.

00:35:55I mean, looking up there is going to definitely give you some motivation to go out here.

00:36:00I mean, if you find yourself in a position where you need to kick out, that will motivate you to

00:36:06do it.

00:36:06Trust me.

00:36:07That's a hell of a point.

00:36:07Is Miles right now with a front face lock.

00:36:09I don't know if he could be looking for a suplex again.

00:36:12Miles had just overcome a little bit in this matchup.

00:36:14Had a nasty collision early on.

00:36:16And I don't know if you can look up, Booker, but you can see some welts are performing on the

00:36:20back of Miles Bourne.

00:36:21Because Deion Lennox has taken it to Bourne.

00:36:23In this match, and there you see that explosive power of Deion Lennox.

00:36:27He's back and forth in this matchup right here.

00:36:29I mean, both guys have had a lot of bright moments in this matchup.

00:36:33Right now, Deion Lennox is looking to take advantage of the position he's in right now.

00:36:38Here, Deion Lennox, certainly his anger could take him to a whole new level in the ladder match if he

00:36:44qualifies.

00:36:45Well, there is the double champion himself.

00:36:48That being Ethan Page.

00:36:53To Miles Bourne, seems to be impressed with what he just witnessed.

00:36:58Are you talking about the kid, man?

00:36:59And that's what I'm looking for.

00:37:01I better help you out.

00:37:03You do it.

00:37:04Hire you out.

00:37:05That's the impression.

00:37:06Well, can Miles keep up the intensity as Bourne headed to the ladder match?

00:37:11That's the board champion.

00:37:12That's the board champion.

00:37:13That's the board champion.

00:37:14That's the board champion.

00:37:15Miles Bourne continuing this fight against Dark State's Deion Lennox.

00:37:19And Lennox running right back into Miles Bourne.

00:37:23And that's a couple shots Bourne has taken in this matchup as Lennox continues to put his foot to the

00:37:29gas.

00:37:29Has not let off in this match as Miles from behind.

00:37:32Big German suplex.

00:37:34Bridge.

00:37:35Cover.

00:37:35And let's remember it's Ethan Page who's on the outside.

00:37:39The double champion himself.

00:37:41One half of the AAA Knicks tag team champions.

00:37:44The current NXT North American champion.

00:37:47As that power slam connects from Miles Bourne.

00:37:50And these two are leaving it all on the line in Y Book for a chance at the NXT championship.

00:37:56Well, shot of glory, man.

00:37:57It's a long ride to the top of the mountain.

00:38:01And it starts right here at NXT with these young guys going toe-to-toe in the middle of the

00:38:06square circle.

00:38:07Miles Bourne right now.

00:38:08Bouncing a big, a big comeback.

00:38:10That patented drop kick.

00:38:12Oh, yes.

00:38:13Second one to the matchup.

00:38:14And he's cranked up that aggression, which is something Ethan Page has begged him to do time and time again.

00:38:19Jumping knee under the jaw.

00:38:21Dion Lennox right now.

00:38:22Might be on a little bit of Dream Street.

00:38:24Again, another snap suplex.

00:38:26And Dion Lennox is getting rocked.

00:38:29Miles Bourne starting to roll.

00:38:32And Bourne now just got taken down.

00:38:34And hey, hey, wait a minute.

00:38:35Oh, great shot by our official Jeremy Marcus.

00:38:39Great plan, though, by Lennox.

00:38:41Just got caught.

00:38:42And we know Dion will cheat whenever he can.

00:38:45Going right to the eyes.

00:38:46I mean, that's twice.

00:38:47The official, though, his body position was around.

00:38:50And Oral Miles almost punched the official.

00:38:53Dropped Dion Lennox.

00:38:54But again, that thumb right to the eye.

00:38:57That finger in the eye.

00:38:58I mean.

00:39:06Oh, come on.

00:39:08We know Dion Lennox will cheat.

00:39:10Trying to throw up his lead.

00:39:11But will Miles Bourne cut a corner?

00:39:16What is he going to?

00:39:18I don't necessarily know.

00:39:19But look at Dion Lennox.

00:39:20Oh, baby.

00:39:21Lennox just qualified for next week.

00:39:28Here is your winner, Dion Lennox.

00:39:34Saquon and Osiris retain the NXT Tag Titles earlier.

00:39:38And a big night for Dark State continues.

00:39:42As looking right up at the title,

00:39:44could that be in Dion Lennox's future one week from tonight?

00:39:49Let's take a look at today's Your Way replay brought to you by Burger King.

00:39:55At BK, have it your way.

00:39:57You rule.

00:39:58And right now, the referee was fighting by the rules.

00:40:01He was obeying.

00:40:02He was trying to get the championship out of the ring.

00:40:05Dion saw the opening.

00:40:06Dion took advantage.

00:40:08All because of Ethan Page.

00:40:10Page took this from Miles Bourne.

00:40:13He shouldn't have been out here.

00:40:15What the hell are you talking about?

00:40:16Really, Miles?

00:40:18All you had to do was listen.

00:40:20All you had to do was I was literally handing it to you.

00:40:22I was giving it to you.

00:40:23You're never going to win this if you don't take by your bike.

00:40:27You are a little killer.

00:40:27They gave you.

00:40:28You can't pull the trigger.

00:40:32Sounds of right.

00:40:35How's that funny?

00:40:40Hey.

00:40:41You know what, book?

00:40:42Maybe Ethan should have hide his own business.

00:40:46Ha!

00:40:56Hey, Ricky, so please, tell me what is it this time?

00:40:59That's kind of funny you say all that because Keanu is going to be a very big problem for you,

00:41:04okay?

00:41:05Mm-hmm.

00:41:06Oh, there he is.

00:41:09Not a lot about you, huh?

00:41:11Back to what I was saying.

00:41:12Please, make sure nothing happens in this ladder match next week.

00:41:15I don't want anyone, I mean anyone, interfering in my moment when I become the new two-time NXT champion.

00:41:23You get what I'm saying?

00:41:23But for now, I'm going to go ahead and make a sense to address to my opponents for next week

00:41:28so they know what to expect.

00:41:29Excuse me.

00:41:32Bye.

00:41:35Tony?

00:41:40Why'd you bail me out?

00:41:43Because despite ruining my show week after week, having no friends, no family, running around like a vigilante, a wild

00:41:52card,

00:41:54NXT needs you.

00:41:56Ricky Saints, Ethan Page, guys like that, you know, and I do too, that they're only in it for themselves.

00:42:03But you know NXT better than anyone.

00:42:06So I need to know, are you in or are you out?

00:42:16If I had to get your attention somehow, I'll let you and everybody else know exactly what my intentions are

00:42:23next week.

00:42:24This is not the same Tony D'Angelo.

00:42:31Tony, do not interfere in the ladder match next week.

00:42:41I think one thing we can agree on, Book, that isn't the same Tony D'Angelo.

00:42:47I agree.

00:43:05Well, that was a dynamite drop-in, Booker, as we're getting set for this matchup.

00:43:11It's heights, it's king, it's a rematch between these two.

00:43:15It's live, and it's next on NXT.

00:43:21You weren't out there either?

00:43:22Yeah, you were.

00:43:23Yeah, you were.

00:43:24You always worried about what I'm doing.

00:43:25I'm going to follow you.

00:43:25What the hell was that?

00:43:27That was me maximizing my opportunity, Mr. Chase.

00:43:30I mean, we're sitting here just hoping for the best.

00:43:32Look around, dog.

00:43:33Everybody else is running around here taking their own opportunities.

00:43:36I've done it your way, and look where we are.

00:43:38Maybe, maybe you just take a breath and listen, Mr. Chase.

00:43:42I don't have time for this.

00:43:44I have Kiana Korver tonight for an opportunity to qualify for the NXT Championship ladder match.

00:43:48I've got to get ready.

00:43:56I'm glad you've been listening.

00:44:00Your father should be proud.

00:44:04I know mine would be my way, my life.

00:44:09I know mine would be my way, my life.

00:44:23That is the ball from Cincinnati, Ohio again at 225 pounds.

00:44:29Lexus King.

00:44:32Looks like a more serious Lexus King here tonight, because let's actually go back several weeks ago,

00:44:37which maybe is why he's in a bad mood.

00:44:39This, of course, was with a speed tournament matchup in book.

00:44:42All it took was eight seconds for Tevion Heights to beat Lexus King.

00:44:46You remember that, don't you?

00:44:47Lexus wasn't ready, man.

00:44:48He wasn't ready.

00:44:49And I don't even think he heard the bell.

00:44:51Well, Lexus did hear it, but Lexus was also very ready for what happened this moment two weeks ago

00:44:57after Jasper Troy rebounds his speed championship.

00:45:01It was Lexus King who blindsided and attacked Tevion Heights,

00:45:05which leads us here to tonight at this one-on-one matchup,

00:45:09which was made official earlier tonight.

00:45:12You can see the look of determination on the eyes of both men.

00:45:15The official waiting.

00:45:16The bell is sounded.

00:45:16It coming right out of the gate, looking for another quick victory.

00:45:19Could it be Tevion Heights?

00:45:20Could it be two in a row?

00:45:21He held on to the cover.

00:45:23Whoa, King.

00:45:25Wow.

00:45:25Kicking out.

00:45:26That might not have been eight seconds.

00:45:27It might have been closer to ten seconds,

00:45:29but right out of the gate coming Tevion Heights and Lexus King turning it around.

00:45:33Lexus almost got caught slipping right there,

00:45:35but turned it around right here with a big close out of the top.

00:45:39Into a cover.

00:45:40Whoa, wait a minute.

00:45:41And rolling right through.

00:45:42And look, Tevion Heights is right about one thing, Booker.

00:45:45NXT is a shark tank.

00:45:47It just took him a little bit of time to finally figure it out.

00:45:49And, of course, we just lost that Megalodon and Oba Benning,

00:45:52but we still got a few great whites.

00:45:54Here we go.

00:45:56We got a few tiger sharks swimming around here.

00:46:00Oh, yes, man.

00:46:01And speaking of sharks, another one added to the pool here, Tony D'Angelo.

00:46:05Should Ava have helped Tony get out of jail?

00:46:08Did you hear?

00:46:10Tony's been in jail a few times, you know what I mean?

00:46:12And I'm sure Ava has a soft spot in the old heart, you know what I mean?

00:46:17So it might have been a good thing.

00:46:18I don't know.

00:46:18What's that play out?

00:46:19And Lexus King putting on the brakes for a second.

00:46:21King answering back.

00:46:23And Tavion not playing around, just got dumped, though, on the outside.

00:46:27Did you see that?

00:46:28That was very crafty by Lexus King, using the outside concrete to take out Tavion Heights.

00:46:36I like it, man.

00:46:37When it comes to Lexus King on his ex account, I don't know if you saw the video he posted,

00:46:41but he did not mince words earlier today.

00:46:44No, no.

00:46:45I mean, it's about Lexus King.

00:46:48It's about his birth.

00:46:49It's about him taking his rightful spot here at NXT.

00:46:52Not just NXT, but these NIL guys coming in, getting these opportunities handed to him.

00:46:58You know what I mean?

00:46:59It's not going to happen anymore when Lexus King, you know, taking care of business around here.

00:47:04I like it, man.

00:47:05Do your job.

00:47:06Do your job.

00:47:06Felix Fernandes is almost counting.

00:47:08Both been at Lexus King yelling at the officials should stay focused.

00:47:12And look, King, obviously, has still been thinking about the last match.

00:47:15He is focused.

00:47:16What are you talking about?

00:47:17I'm saying he is focused.

00:47:18He's talking to the official.

00:47:20The most focus I've ever seen.

00:47:21Oh, wait a minute.

00:47:22Wait a minute.

00:47:23Focus your attention to Stax and Ariana Grace, and I do mean Channing Stax Lorenzo.

00:47:29Channing Stax Lorenzo with the lovely, lovely Hardy Bistotti on his arm.

00:47:35The current international TNA champion as this matchup continuing.

00:47:39And King is right about one thing, maybe, that you said earlier.

00:47:42It's his birthright to be here.

00:47:44He's trying to open the eyes of several others.

00:47:46It looked like he was stoking the fire in what he said to Connors earlier.

00:47:51Stax still out here.

00:47:52Of course, Stax and King have had some pretty close teamwork there on TNA.

00:47:58Maybe Stax out here taking a closer look at some of the competition, if you will.

00:48:02Stax is a world champion, man.

00:48:05Stax right now got gold.

00:48:06Nice gunwrench.

00:48:07Got gold around his waist, man.

00:48:09Stax right now is in total control.

00:48:11The man who has the gold makes all the rules.

00:48:14You know that.

00:48:15Well, yeah, I certainly do.

00:48:17And Darkstate could have a lot of gold next Tuesday if Dion Lennox can win the NXT championship.

00:48:23One more qualifier is still to come for that NXT championship qualifying matchup.

00:48:27And, oh, a swing and a miss.

00:48:29And the momentum of Tavion Heights just carried him up and over.

00:48:34And right in front of Stax, Tavion Heights right now maybe doesn't like where he landed.

00:48:40Has to realize he is outnumbered some ways as a referee starting to count.

00:48:47Heights trying to get back.

00:48:48It looked like he had an awkward landing on that left shoulder.

00:48:50Yeah, but it was more of a beautiful sidestep from Alexis King that made all that happen.

00:48:54Right now, Alexis looks like he's going to take advantage of a wounded, wounded Tavion height.

00:49:01Here we go, baby.

00:49:02He's rock-a-bop.

00:49:04Once again, big, big coronation.

00:49:08And the King tonight gets some payback.

00:49:11Wow.

00:49:12Here's the winner, Lexus King!

00:49:17Well, the one thing both these men said that was correct, the field is wide open in NXT.

00:49:25And maybe it's time for Lexus King to take his throne.

00:49:29He had a sidestep earlier.

00:49:30Give his credit, big.

00:49:31Give his credit.

00:49:32Check it out right here.

00:49:33Oh, come on, baby.

00:49:34Right from the back of the deck.

00:49:36Perfect precision.

00:49:37And we got to win.

00:49:39Oh, my God, man.

00:49:42And this is just the beginning.

00:49:46Just the beginning?

00:49:49What does Alexis King mean by that?

00:49:51Just the beginning.

00:49:52Stay tuned, son.

00:49:53Stay tuned.

00:49:54You're looking at it.

00:49:55You're looking at three people who are taking everything.

00:50:00Oh, there is Zarya getting ready for her matchup.

00:50:04Zarya getting ready to go one-on-one with Thea Hale.

00:50:09Next.

00:50:12I know that it's the 2K Deluxe Edition, but if you make it the Vision version with Braun

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00:50:19You know, if you put Logan Paul on the cover, you could have a Hall of Famer on one hand

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00:50:25How about Boston Fury?

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00:50:41Yeah.

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00:50:54How'd you pull this off?

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00:51:47You know, before NXT, I just wrestled.

00:51:51It wasn't really a spectacle.

00:51:53It was just go out there and have a match.

00:51:56And I really feel like my time in NXT turned me from a wrestler into a superstar.

00:52:01My name is Finn Balor.

00:52:04And I'm here in NXT because...

00:52:07I'm bringing something you've never seen before.

00:52:10Without those years in NXT, learning how to open up to the cameras, I don't feel like

00:52:15I would have been as successful as I have been on Raw SmackDown, on WrestleMania.

00:52:18And the demon has brought Balor Club with him to WrestleMania.

00:52:24I always look back on those times in NXT as some of the most important years of development

00:52:31and some of the happiest years of my career.

00:52:34That felt real, real good.

00:52:37I just want to know the answer to that.

00:52:43Wow!

00:52:45Wow!

00:52:47Wow!

00:52:49Wow!

00:52:51Wow!

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00:52:54Wow!

00:52:55Oh!

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00:52:58Oh!

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00:52:59Wow!

00:53:11The following contest is scheduled for 1-4.

00:53:15Introducing first, from Adelaide, South Australia, Zaria!

00:53:23Zaria earlier was in a little bit of an argument with her opponent tonight, which will be Fia Hale.

00:53:29But it looked like she was taking her anger out on Fia.

00:53:33I don't think that's what it was. I think Zaria is in a predicament.

00:53:39And that predicament is, I mean, she showed up here in October 2024 at Halloween Avenue,

00:53:44highly touted to be one of the best.

00:53:46I mean, she should have won a championship by now, but she's friendship.

00:53:51I think that's what it's all about.

00:53:52Well, did you not see her ripped soul's name off Soul's locker?

00:53:56Exactly, exactly. It's about Zaria right there. Let that beast out.

00:54:18We're set for this one-on-one matchup as our women take center stage here on NXT.

00:54:23And it's not only about who's going to win this matchup.

00:54:27The other question is who's going to build some momentum as NXT hits the road this weekend.

00:54:31Knoxville, Nashville, Birmingham, Alabama.

00:54:34Tickets are on sale now. Ticketmaster.com.

00:54:38Not going to miss NXT when we come to a city near you.

00:54:42But, Book, we are not alone on commentary.

00:54:47And it is not Ricky Sainz who is joining us.

00:54:49It is the women's North American champion, Izzy Dame.

00:54:53Press the damn button.

00:54:55We got Izzy Dame at the table, man.

00:54:59Come, stand up. Stand up, Victor. Stand up. Stand up. Stand up.

00:55:04What are you standing up for? We got a job to do. The matchup has begun.

00:55:07I'm the champion.

00:55:08Well, Izzy, thanks for joining us, so to speak.

00:55:12As this matchup continuing and just getting underway.

00:55:15Let's see exactly what Thea Hale got right here.

00:55:17Well, Thea Hale looking for the Kimura early.

00:55:19Zarya just tossing her off.

00:55:21If she's a one-trick pony, you can't go to that this early in the matchup.

00:55:25Well, Thea Hale believes that she can win back the women's North American title, Izzy, that you hold.

00:55:30So the question to me, to you, is simple.

00:55:32Would you offer a one-on-one rematch to the former champion?

00:55:38A rematch?

00:55:38A rematch, yes.

00:55:39Do you know who you're talking to?

00:55:40Did you mistake me for Tatum Paxley?

00:55:43I'm not giving out rematches to anyone who asks.

00:55:45I'm not delusional.

00:55:46I mean, look at her.

00:55:47Please, have my back here.

00:55:48She's got an agent.

00:55:48I mean, she's got Sean Spears in her corner.

00:55:51She's got the GPS directing her exactly which roster.

00:55:55What the hell are you talking about?

00:55:56Well, it's not a one-on-one match,

00:55:57but I'd love to get your thoughts on the triple threat defense you're going to have

00:56:01next week here live on NXT for the title that you're holding currently over your left shoulder.

00:56:06Yeah, and how unfair is that, Vic?

00:56:08I wake up and all of a sudden Ava pawns me off in a triple threat?

00:56:11Exactly.

00:56:12Someone else can get pinned and I can lose my title.

00:56:14I mean, look, you have experience from this.

00:56:16Please tell me how that's fair.

00:56:17You know what?

00:56:17That's one bad decision that Ava has made here as of late.

00:56:21She's been doing a great job, but that right there, I don't agree with her.

00:56:24I don't agree with her at all.

00:56:26Come on.

00:56:26The champion should have to defend her title, Brooke.

00:56:29Against a one-on-one competition.

00:56:32That's fair.

00:56:33Especially this early into your championship run.

00:56:36I should have to say it.

00:56:37Exactly.

00:56:38What?

00:56:39Oh, wait a minute.

00:56:40The title manager of Thea Hale proving that she is a contender for a championship.

00:56:45She's, of course, part of the triple threat match for the Women's North American Championship.

00:56:50Thea Hale would love a one-on-one opportunity.

00:56:51But look, an opportunity is an opportunity again for the Kimora tossed off by Zarya.

00:56:56But Booker, is Thea right?

00:56:58Friends come and go here in the WWE and in NXT.

00:57:01And maybe Zarya's learning the hard way.

00:57:04Thought about friends in this business.

00:57:05I've said that a thousand times.

00:57:07Well, Zarya not at 100%, but in control.

00:57:14Zarya has been in control of Thea Hale throughout this matchup.

00:57:18It's not just Booker and I at the desk.

00:57:19We're being joined by the Women's North American Champion.

00:57:22That being Izzy Dane, but what a need to Thea Hale, the woman that Izzy defeated for the championship that

00:57:30she is currently holding.

00:57:31But, Izzy, you will defend that championship one week from tonight under triple threat rules here live on NXT.

00:57:38I like this.

00:57:38I like this right here.

00:57:39I like the body of Zarya.

00:57:41I like the attitude.

00:57:42I'm talking about that thousand-dollar share.

00:57:44This is what Zarya needs if you want to, you know, get that zero off a record before the championships

00:57:51go.

00:57:52But Booker, remember the injury done to the arm at TNA to Zarya.

00:57:57What are you laughing at?

00:57:58You like what you're seeing from Thea Hale?

00:58:00Well, Thea Hale pulling a new play out.

00:58:03Zarya's not at 100%.

00:58:05We've seen that for several weeks.

00:58:08She's cleared to go out here and compete.

00:58:10That's the only thing that matters.

00:58:12Let's not add any excuses or anything like that, Vic.

00:58:15Don't do that.

00:58:16Don't do that.

00:58:17You would agree that that arm now is a little bit softer for Pasta that Kimora to get locked in.

00:58:22She's compromised.

00:58:23She's compromised.

00:58:23She's got a target on that shoulder.

00:58:25And the question is, can Thea Hale go out here and take advantage of her?

00:58:29Can she lock in that Kimora and get this thing done?

00:58:32Can she do it?

00:58:33That's the question.

00:58:34Well, Thea right now looking for an exploder.

00:58:36And then she has the strength.

00:58:38Too much power.

00:58:38It gets countered quickly.

00:58:39And Izzy, you're getting a first-hand look at Thea Hale.

00:58:42And oof, see this combination offense.

00:58:44I know your mind is going with so many different things for what's going to take place next week.

00:58:49But into the cover to build momentum.

00:58:52And a kick out.

00:58:53Zarya just getting that shoulder up.

00:58:56What a matchup this has been.

00:58:58What a night it has been.

00:58:59Still one qualifier still to come.

00:59:02The last man that will join the championship that hangs high above the ring.

00:59:08And it's time to look at tonight's NXT recap presented by Progressive.

00:59:14Rolling right through.

00:59:15And right now Thea Hale is feeling it.

00:59:18But Thea doesn't see.

00:59:20Rising from the ashes was Zarya.

00:59:24Big belly-to-back suplex.

00:59:26And I know you were saying, oh, God, you saw what was about to happen.

00:59:29You actually feel bad for Thea Hale?

00:59:30No, gosh, no.

00:59:33Don't get it twisted.

00:59:34Oh, there's a counter.

00:59:35And there it is looking for the submission one more time.

00:59:37It's Thea.

00:59:38Thea right now trying to transition into a front face lock did so.

00:59:41But I believe she's trying to book her to get to that Kimora.

00:59:43With Thea Hale right now, she's doing everything she possibly can to get this face lock.

00:59:47She's got it locked.

00:59:48She's got it locked, Thea, man.

00:59:50That Kimora is cinched in right now.

00:59:53And the Kimora cinched in deep.

00:59:55Izzy, you could be looking into your future in one week.

01:00:00Just saying.

01:00:01I don't care.

01:00:01The Kimora, but the power of Zarya.

01:00:05Overpowering.

01:00:06Bam.

01:00:07And that's why Zarya is a game changer.

01:00:09You ain't jogging right there.

01:00:11Zarya's looking to change the whole name of the game by getting a win right here.

01:00:15Moving up the rankings, man.

01:00:17Talking about impressing the suits.

01:00:18Big DDT.

01:00:20Big DDT just countered from Thea Hale.

01:00:23Thea right now trying to get back into this matchup.

01:00:25And oh.

01:00:26So I got to ask you, Izzy.

01:00:27I got to get your thoughts on someone like Zaru.

01:00:29Go.

01:00:30Go.

01:00:31What the hell?

01:00:33What the hell?

01:00:34What the hell, Big?

01:00:36Our desk is becoming destroyed right now.

01:00:41Izzy hightailing it out of here.

01:00:43Tatum ran right over our heads.

01:00:46Back in the ring.

01:00:47Thea from behind.

01:00:48Rolling through.

01:00:49Thea Hale did it.

01:00:51Thea with a huge win.

01:00:53Here's the winner.

01:00:56Thea Hale.

01:00:57What the hell just happened?

01:01:00Wow.

01:01:01Thea Hale just stole one.

01:01:03That's what happened.

01:01:05Thea with a victory.

01:01:09And you know, if Sol Ruka would have been here, she would have been able to maybe help navigate

01:01:14what was going on.

01:01:16We don't need that kind of talk, man.

01:01:18We don't need that.

01:01:21I got to go back.

01:01:23I got to go back.

01:01:23I mean, this was the kid I...

01:01:26Tatum Paxson literally ran right behind us on this safety barricade to wipe out Izzy Dame.

01:01:31Tatum would run Izzy all the way to the back.

01:01:33Zarya would be distracted, and then Thea Hale would pick up a huge win.

01:01:38Because next week, Thea has an opportunity to regain her women's North American title in a triple threat match against

01:01:46the champion we saw sitting here ringside.

01:01:49And now what?

01:01:53Oh, wait a minute.

01:01:57Influence, but why?

01:01:58For what reason?

01:01:59Fagal influence is in the hot dog.

01:02:03Lainey Reed, Ballad Handley, the women's speed champion.

01:02:09It's about 25 degrees outside, and it's getting hot up in this world of dance band.

01:02:17Thea said, Zarya, I got your back.

01:02:20And Zarya just dropped Thea for what?

01:02:23Friends.

01:02:24Friends, man.

01:02:32That may be the best decision those two have ever made.

01:02:39Zarya, no mood to play games here tonight.

01:02:44But as I mentioned, there's one more qualifier still to come.

01:02:48There is Keanu Carver.

01:02:49This match presented by Progressive.

01:02:52Carver, Chase, who heads the NXT Championship Ladder Match next live.

01:03:02The road to WrestleMania begins this weekend in Riyadh.

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01:03:32What did you think of our match last week, Charles?

01:03:37You're going to be shocked to hear me say this, but I was impressed.

01:03:40Yeah?

01:03:41Yeah, except for the ending when you guys didn't win.

01:03:43You guys lost.

01:03:44Why do you have to do that?

01:03:46What, do what?

01:03:46Tell the truth.

01:03:47No, be a negative Nancy or yes, a negative Charles.

01:03:50I mean, either way, we didn't get pinned.

01:03:52And if a few more things would have gone our way, we would be the ones with the TNA Knockouts

01:03:57Tag Team Title Match.

01:03:58Which, right, Kendall.

01:04:01Kendall.

01:04:01Right, Kendall.

01:04:02I'm right, Kendall.

01:04:03Yeah, yeah.

01:04:03Right, right, right.

01:04:05Sorry, I'm in my own world.

01:04:06What, about last week?

01:04:07No, I mean, what's done is done.

01:04:09Solo and Zarya earned their title match, but I still think I can beat Jaycee Jane for the NXT Women's

01:04:15Championship.

01:04:16You know?

01:04:16I think that's something we can always do here.

01:04:19Sorry to interrupt.

01:04:20Charlie, can we pull you for a chat?

01:04:22Look, I want to find you, though.

01:04:23I think I'm going to go with you.

01:04:26She's going to leave me here.

01:04:29Let's face it, Charlie.

01:04:31You're one of us.

01:04:33I'm sorry, what do you mean?

01:04:35I don't know what they mean, either, but there's the NXT Championship.

01:04:38Who will be the final man to qualify for next week's NXT Championship Ladder Match?

01:04:47The following contest is the NXT Championship Ladder Match Qualifier!

01:04:56Introducing first, representing Chase University, weighing in at 222 pounds, Andre Chase!

01:05:05Look, I hate to even ask this, but can Andre Chase survive?

01:05:10A lot of pressure.

01:05:11Can he qualify?

01:05:12A lot of pressure on Andre Chase tonight.

01:05:16Let's see if he can just go out here, mount some kind of offense, and perhaps get this thing done.

01:05:22Well, this is the final ladder match qualifier for next week.

01:05:46And his opponent, from Washington, D.C., weighing in at 295 pounds, Keanu Carver!

01:05:58There's a lot of individuals in the locker room that are scared of this match.

01:06:04For Carver, it's his first official match since signing his NXT contract from a ball.

01:06:11And what an opportunity this is.

01:06:14You've got to wonder what Booker is going through the mind of Andre Chase, as you can see, not at

01:06:18100%, wearing some protection over his nose.

01:06:21A guy like Mike Dyson, you know.

01:06:23Oh, man!

01:06:23That Mike Dyson, that guys lose the match before it even gets started just because of the intimidation factor from

01:06:29a guy like Keanu Carver.

01:06:31This guy feels like he's going to bully his way to the top.

01:06:35And I really think, you know, that's truly his mindset as far as his business goes.

01:06:39Well, it could be a career-defining moment for one of these two men.

01:06:43Next week here on NXT, nasty landing for Andre Chase.

01:06:48And a career could end on Saturday at the Royal Rumble.

01:06:52Gunther Stiles.

01:06:53Gunther, of course, ended your career at the Royal Rumble.

01:06:55Hey, man, stay focused here.

01:06:58Stay focused.

01:06:59Gunther did not end my career.

01:07:01He eliminated me from the Royal Rumble.

01:07:03Okay?

01:07:04Just say it like that.

01:07:05Eliminated yourself.

01:07:06And Andre Chase, as you mentioned, might have eliminated himself before this match began.

01:07:09And for good reason.

01:07:10Carver just pushing that man's broken face up against the steel.

01:07:14That's the nasty attitude that this nearly 300-pound man, straightforward, aggressive nature athlete, possesses.

01:07:23Guy's not thinking about the rules or anything like that.

01:07:24But he's not thinking about bending the rules or even breaking the rules.

01:07:29And it's not even about that.

01:07:30I don't even know if it's about the win more than the point out here and hurting somebody,

01:07:37bringing major, major pain to an individual.

01:07:40Because right now, Mr. Chase hadn't even got out of the block.

01:07:43First time I called him, you called him Mr. Chase.

01:07:45So I know you feel some sympathy for the man.

01:07:47And when you get back to Carver, was a defensive tackle in college at Temple University.

01:07:52A physical powerhouse who has to be the favorite.

01:07:56I mean, has to be the favorite if he qualifies for this ladder man.

01:07:59Can you imagine this man being able to legally swing metal ladders around at the opposition?

01:08:08All right.

01:08:08I'm going to tell you right now.

01:08:09I wouldn't want to be one of the competitors in a matchup with a guy like this.

01:08:13Because like I say...

01:08:14Off the suplex into the cover to qualify and chase shoulder up.

01:08:17Because he's like a mad dog, man.

01:08:19Right now, he's just wide open as far as going out there and trying to not just beat your opponent,

01:08:25but trying to maim your opponent, trying to hurt your opponent.

01:08:27That's not what this business is all about, Vic.

01:08:30It truly isn't.

01:08:31I talk about a man who, as I said, nearly 300 pounds.

01:08:34He also stands nearly 6'4".

01:08:37Obviously a physical presence.

01:08:39But he's being outsmarted right now by Andre Chase.

01:08:42And Chase...

01:08:42Oh, wait a minute.

01:08:43He's going to have to use that brain power if he wants to win.

01:08:46That was very, very smart.

01:08:47He's the dean, right?

01:08:48He's the dean of...

01:08:49We're not getting into this.

01:08:50It's too late into the matchup.

01:08:51And right now, we're trying to figure out who's going to qualify.

01:08:54Who's not going to have a chance.

01:08:55I'm serious.

01:08:56It is his college.

01:08:58He's the dean, the president, as you said, the CEO once upon a time.

01:09:01But he got caught trying to counter for that Russian leg sweep.

01:09:04And Carver having none of it.

01:09:05Big punch there by Keanu Carver.

01:09:08And you've got to wonder, too, Andre Chase is focused on this match

01:09:12because he wasn't too happy with Dixon and Connors earlier.

01:09:15Looking for maybe that DET.

01:09:17And he hit it.

01:09:18Tornado style.

01:09:19He's a man.

01:09:20He is a man.

01:09:22Former two-time NXT Tag Team Champion.

01:09:24And he is a man.

01:09:25And right now, he's rocked.

01:09:26Carver is a man.

01:09:27But he's down.

01:09:28He's not a machine.

01:09:29But he also is not a qualifier just yet if you're Andre Chase continuing this fight.

01:09:35And right now, Booker, when Carver gets too close to me, I get scarce.

01:09:39And Carver right now taking it to Andre Chase.

01:09:42And whoa!

01:09:45And it was Chase Booker.

01:09:47It was Chase who was the aggressor.

01:09:50I like it.

01:09:51Andre Chase.

01:09:52This is Andre Chase.

01:09:53This has to go.

01:09:53If he wants to come on, get a victory in this match over Keanu Carver.

01:09:57And how big of a victory would that be?

01:10:00But he's rising from the ashes.

01:10:03Holy hell.

01:10:06Oh, my word.

01:10:10God, man.

01:10:12My God.

01:10:15Andre Chase just decimated.

01:10:18And that's what Carver does.

01:10:20He decimates the field.

01:10:22Carver plants Chase.

01:10:26And Carver carves up his first victim.

01:10:31Here is your winner, Keanu Carver.

01:10:37And that's one.

01:10:38Imagine what this man is going to do to the field next week.

01:10:41When that NXT title is on the line.

01:10:45When you have to take out a 20-foot ladder and climb it.

01:10:50When you got to be the first one to retrieve it.

01:10:54Look at this.

01:10:55I mean, this was unreal.

01:10:59The table had no game.

01:11:00Chase's body bounced and it bounced again.

01:11:04Innovative, powerful, impactful offense from Keanu Carver.

01:11:10And Carver is now just one win away from being the NXT champion.

01:11:17Okay, it looks like he ain't done.

01:11:20What is that over?

01:11:28That exposed turnbuckle already into the broken face of Andre Chase.

01:11:34We need some help.

01:11:35He's about to wreck it, Vic.

01:11:37This man is out of control.

01:11:40Like, go.

01:11:40No, no, no.

01:11:53We got medical out here.

01:11:55Let's talk about what's going to take place next week.

01:11:58Get it away.

01:11:59Get it away.

01:12:00As our medical team is on.

01:12:01Look at it.

01:12:02Andre Chase, Larrick, can we please get to next week?

01:12:05Because the field is set.

01:12:07And, and it's an and, if Joe Hendry is medically cleared to compete, the NXT title will hang above the

01:12:13ring.

01:12:14Who will climb?

01:12:14Who will retrieve?

01:12:15Who will be the NXT champion?

01:12:20Trying to refocus after what we just saw.

01:12:23But we also have another title on the line.

01:12:25Will Zaruka capture gold?

01:12:27As the challenge will be against the champions.

01:12:30The elegance brand for the TNA Knockouts Tag Titles.

01:12:34One other TNA championship crossed the line here in NXT.

01:12:38For the first time since his return, Tony D'Angelo will explain his actions.

01:12:44It happens live next Tuesday right here on NXT.

01:12:48And as we've talked about tonight, the NXT women's North American title will be defended via Hale, Lola Vice, and

01:12:56Izzy Dame.

01:12:57Three women, one title.

01:12:59Who leaves with it next week on NXT?

01:13:02I can't believe what we just witnessed.

01:13:06I'm stunned.

01:13:07I'm a little bit shook.

01:13:07I'm a little bit tongue-tied for good reason.

01:13:10This is an uncalled for, unbelievable scene.

01:13:15All because of one man.

01:13:18Y'all really thought that cornball teacher was going to stop me?

01:13:22I'm not going to hold you.

01:13:23I'm going to pack everybody in that ladder matchup.

01:13:26And if anybody got something to say about it, come see about me.

01:13:30Wow.

01:13:35I don't even need a ladder.

01:13:37This is going to be awesome.

01:13:38Woo-hoo!

01:13:41Man, screw this.

01:13:42I'm going to get my own ladder.

01:13:48Time for tonight's NXT Spotlight, presented by Progressive.

01:13:56The NXT Championship, a beacon of light that has forged legacies for promising young athletes

01:14:05and has carved out an illustrious history, giving us moments we remember.

01:14:10Shinsuke has done it!

01:14:12We've got a new champion here!

01:14:14New Megatron!

01:14:15Big Ballot, the Prince, has taken over his kingdom!

01:14:19Shinsuke has done it!

01:14:21From Ultimate Underdog!

01:14:23Touch off!

01:14:24Dog!

01:14:24And standards we strive to uphold.

01:14:29For over a decade, some of the most revered NXT superstars have claimed this prestigious honor.

01:14:47Who will be next to join that list?

01:14:52These men have earned their shot, but have more steps yet to take.

01:14:57Whoever climbs that ladder and pulls this championship down will become the new NXT champion.

01:15:04I cannot wait to see who is going to make this moment their own.

01:15:09We truly are in the year of opportunity.

01:15:12Who will be the man that steps up?

01:15:15Who will be the next face of NXT?

01:15:21A million dollars from now.

01:15:23I will remember you.

01:15:25A million dollars from now.

01:15:28I will remember you.

01:15:29Keanu, man.

01:15:29A million dollars from now.

01:15:31What you just did to Mr. Chase right there, that might scare some people.

01:15:36Not me, though.

01:15:39That just made me more pumped up.

01:15:41That sound, bones snapping like twigs in the woods.

01:15:44I like that.

01:15:46And if you think about it, a lot of matches are really perfect for me.

01:15:49You got all that physical carnage and brutality, but you also got to use your head.

01:15:54No way to climb the ladder.

01:15:56How high to go.

01:15:57What angle to put it at.

01:15:58Hey, you're going to lose a few more tees, you keep doing all that yapping.

01:16:01Yeah?

01:16:04Dropping bodies been a dark state blueprint, and don't nobody do it better.

01:16:09We done taking care of the old guard who said I wasn't ready.

01:16:12So if y'all think you're going to jump me in line for that title, you must be at your

01:16:17damn mind.

01:16:18Oh, but that's just it, Dion.

01:16:21What if I am?

01:16:24I mean, I know I'm the new guy, but I mean, I've been busting my tail.

01:16:29I mean, I've been doing crazy stuff night after night just hoping for an opportunity, and now here I am.

01:16:35I got nothing to lose.

01:16:38This is the biggest opportunity of my life.

01:16:43And in that ladder match, Shawn Legacy can be a little bit crazy, can be a little bit reckless.

01:16:50And that is exactly why your dumbass is going to choke.

01:16:55Listen, listen, listen.

01:16:56Here's the thing.

01:17:01I can be the human highlight reel.

01:17:04No problem.

01:17:04But unlike you, I'm calculated.

01:17:09I didn't even have to break a sweat to get into this match.

01:17:13So next week, I'm going to put myself on the map.

01:17:18And of course, after I win, I'll remember to pour one out for Joe.

01:17:27The guy I was supposed to compete against tonight, who had a very unfortunate, untimely injury.

01:17:34But the good news for each of you is that all of you will be able to say you were

01:17:39a part of history.

01:17:42All of you will be able to say you watched Jackson Drake climb that ladder and become the youngest double

01:17:50champion in this company's history.

01:17:54This is the revolution.

01:18:08Well, there, of course, the missing competitor for the NXT championship ladder match.

01:18:16And as he said, he brought his own ladder, Booker.

01:18:21He's money, doll.

01:18:23Ricky Sates.

01:18:24Let me let you know something.

01:18:27The view from up here is absolutely beautiful.

01:18:31But as I look down on all of you guys, it dawns on me that I see a lot of

01:18:36potential.

01:18:37I see a lot of future champions.

01:18:40But simply put, you guys are the seeds that have not sprouted yet.

01:18:45And, well, I am simply the rose that has come up from this concrete jungle known as NXT.

01:18:52And that is why I, Absolute Ricky Sates, is absolutely built to be the two-time NXT champion.

01:19:04I'm not going to hold you.

01:19:05Y'all doing way too much talking.

01:19:07And to be honest, we really don't got to wait until next week.

01:19:12Here we go, here we go, here we go.

01:19:16The possible elements, as we say, exploding.

01:19:19And this is just a taste of what we're going to see next week.

01:19:21All these men flying through all this chaos, all this destruction.

01:19:26It's a appetizer, it's a appetizer.

01:19:28I'm ready for that man.

01:19:30Good job, I'm ready.

01:19:31Well, it's going to be next week when all these men compete in a ladder match to climb up to

01:19:37retrieve that title.

01:19:39And look who's standing, but standing no longer.

01:19:42And we should remind everybody that you see the field, but there's one man who, if cleared to compete, Joe

01:19:48Hendry will be here.

01:19:51Oh!

01:19:52He's back!

01:19:56He's here!

01:19:59He's here!

01:20:00He's not at 100%, but he's focused on becoming the NXT champion.

01:20:09Do you believe what?

01:20:11Because look at Joe Hendry with a quick standing ovation.

01:20:21Oh!

01:20:22Oh!

01:20:23Oh!

01:20:24Oh!

01:20:25Oh!

01:20:26Oh!

01:20:27Oh!

01:20:28Oh!

01:20:29Oh!

01:20:30Oh!

01:20:32Oh!

01:20:34Oh!

01:20:34And we all could, oh my word.

01:20:38Carver.

01:20:40Big mistake.

01:20:41And Carver again, just like when we first saw him, decimated the field.

01:20:50Wiped everybody out.

01:20:52And is the only one standing.

01:21:14Well, book, it's a huge Tuesday.

01:21:16And let's talk about what's going to happen next week.

01:21:20You just saw everybody out here, these men all have a golden opportunity.

01:21:25Who will climb the ladder, who will retrieve the title, NXT championship ladder match.

01:21:30It's live.

01:21:31It takes place next Tuesday right here on NXT.

01:21:35But that's not the only championship that will be defended because the TNA knockouts, tag team titles will also be

01:21:43defended.

01:21:43There you see the champions, the elegance brand on the left, on the right, a team that, well, maybe aren't

01:21:49100% after everything we saw earlier tonight.

01:21:52But that's not everything we've heard from Zarya, Zaruca, can they capture TNA tag team gold?

01:21:58We find out next Tuesday here on NXT.

01:22:03Tony D'Angelo will be here.

01:22:05We heard him for just a moment.

01:22:06With Ava, next week, Tony D'Angelo will explain his actions and everything that has gone through his mind to

01:22:13all of us.

01:22:13It happens live next Tuesday on NXT.

01:22:17When it comes to the championship, there's a triple threat for the NXT Women's North American title.

01:22:22Izzy does not have to be pinned or submitted.

01:22:25She has to be factored in the decision to lose her championship.

01:22:27That takes place next Tuesday.

01:22:30And then it all comes back to what happens this weekend as NXT comes to you live.

01:22:36Knoxville, Nashville, Birmingham.

01:22:38Tickets on sale.

01:22:39Ticketmaster.com.

01:22:41But the question we have is who will be the last one standing with the title?

01:22:47Who will climb the ladder of success?

01:22:50Carver has talked a big game.

01:22:53He has decimated the field more than once.

01:22:55And next week, who will climb the ladder?

01:22:59Who will be the first to retrieve the title?

01:23:01But most importantly, who will be the one who will lead this new era as champion here in NXT?

01:23:11We'll be right back to NXT.

01:23:12We'll be right back to NXT.

01:23:13We'll be right back to NXT.

01:23:14We'll be right back to NXT.

WWE NXT - Season 20 - Episode 04: The participants for next week's NXT Ladder Match Championship face off in the ring

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