Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for December 6, 2024

It is announced that "Big" Bronson Reed is out indefinitely with a broken foot, Tonga Loa is out indefinitely with broken knee, and Jimmy Uso is out indefinitely with a broken toe.

Backstage, Solo Sikoa's Bloodline (Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Jacob Fatu) attack Apollo Crews at the security gate, then attack the security guards when they jump in.

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Cody talks about his match with Kevin Owens at Saturday Night's Main Event before American Made (Chad Gable, Julius Creed, Brutus Creed, Ivy Nile) shows up. Gable says they are here because the transfer window is about to open and that General Manager Nick Aldis is about to bring him to the blue brand, then says the fans in Minnesota are simple-minded and offers to speak the truth to them and Cody. Gable goes on to call Cody a beacon of what he wanted to be, then says that while it is easy to look the part, it is harder to be a good friend like Kevin Owens. He then calls Otis "a bad friend" who left him high and dry like Cody did to Owens. Gable says that Cody is not only "a terrible friend," but also "the definition of superficial," as he only cares about what everyone thinks about him, and if others have to fall by the wayside, so be it. He then says that he would never team with the one guy who made Owens' life a living hell like Cody did, and tells Cody that he deserve what is coming to him. Cody says he is disappointed that Gable is spewing vitriol at him when he sees a lot of himself in Gable, as he has taken things that were not necessarily special and made them special, then brings up the "Shorty G" gimmick. This leads to a "Shorty G" chant before telling Gable that he is looking at "Stardust," which leads to a "Stardust" chant, then says he knows why Gable has garnered the fans' attention and what he is aiming for, then says Gable has so much to lose when he fails again. Cody says that if he learned anything from WrestleMania 39, he could look nowhere else but himself, and asks what happens when Gable goes for his end game again and does not get it before stating that he will take his anger out on the rest of American Made. Gable says that he is a man who will always take an opportunity and that he would whup Cody's ass if he was not wearing a suit right now. Cody tells him to talk to Nick Aldis and get a match with him tonight, then warns Gable that having Kevin Owens on his mind is no good for him.

Backstage, Naomi and Bianca Belair talk about tonight's Triple Threat Match as well as who took out Jade Cargill. After Naomi leaves, Chelsea Green and Piper Niven show up to annoy Bianca. Bianca says Chelsea is lucky she took herself out of the match, then accuses Piper of attacking Jade. Piper says she did not do it and tells Bianca to watch what she accuses her of, then says she can beat Bianca up right now. Bianca fights both Chelsea and Piper, but gets overpowered.

Jesse "The Body" Ventura is seen in the front row before the next match. It is announced that he will guest on commentary next Saturday at Saturday Night's Main Event.

Tiffany Stratton beats Elektra Lopez and Naomi in a Triple Threat Match to advance in the WWE Women's United States Championship Tournament after tossing Naomi out of the ring follwoing a split leg moonsault on Lopez and hitting Lopez with the Prettiest Moonsault Ever.

Backstage, Byron Saxton reports that The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford)) have been attacked backstage. General Manager Nick Aldis calls for medical attention, then Johnny Gargano and The Motor City Machine Guns (Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley) show up and Aldis relays the news to them. Gargano offers to have #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa) replace The Street Profits as the Machine Guns' opponents, and while Aldis is reluctant, Alex Shelley says the Machine Guns are more than happy to have that match for the WWE Tag Team Championships. Aldis allows it, then tells Gargano to tell Tommaso Ciampa not to make him regret this.

Despite having hurt ribs from the backstage attack by Chelsea Green and Piper Niven, Bianca Belair beats Piper Niven with the K.O.D. on Chelsea Green after Bianca makes Chelsea pay for getting on the ring apron.

We see a video package of Shinsuke Nakamura's return and road to the WWE United States Championship.

Backstage, Bianca Belair meets with Naomi. "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio is seen talking with General Manager Nick Aldis before Byron Saxton interviews Bianca Belair and Naomi on who attacked Jade Cargill. Naomi say they have multiple suspects, and Bianca says that when they find out who did it, "it's on sight."

Shinsuke Nakamura heads to the ring. All of a sudden, LA Knight shows up with a microphone in his hand and calls Nakamura "the single sorriest example of a United States Champion." Knight says he is the real deal and that the United States title belongs to him, then demands his rematch right now. Nakamura stays silent, and Knight says Nakamura has only sneak attacked him and hit him with the mist. Knight then puts his sunglasses on and threatens to beat Nakamura up, then Andrade shows up and says he is here for Nakamura, but Knight says Nakamura is in debt. All of a sudden, Andrade and Knight are attacked by Tama Tonga and Jacob Fatu. Nakamura stands there and lets the black mist fall from his mouth, and Solo holds Jacob and Tama back as Nakamura leaves the ring. Solo Sikoa's Bloodline (Solo, Tama, Jacob) goes for Andrade, but Knight fights back. Andrade and Knight both end up recipients of a Samoan Spike by Solo, then Solo proclaims that his Bloodline is still powerful and dares anyone to take a shot at him so they can lay them out. Solo says he is tried of people not taking him seriously and thinking he is a joke, then says that he is still Tribal Chief and the head of the table and that he still has the ula fala. He then warns that anyone who steps up to him will end up acknowledging him and his Bloodline.

Backstage, Johnny Gargano tells Tommaso Ciampa that they now have their title match. Ciampa says that Gargano has not answered his question from a few months ago, then says he will find out the answer soon enough.

We hear from Kevin Owens, who mentions that he is here for an interview with Michael Cole. He says it sucks as he does not want to be in Minneapolis, Minnesota, especially for a Michael Cole interview, and if Cole wants to do it, he will have to find him outside due to being kept out of the building.

#DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa) beat The Motor City Machine Guns (Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley) to become the WWE Tag Team Championshis after the communication breakdown between Gargano and Ciampa ends up being a complete ruse, with Gargano hitting Sabin with a low blow as Ciampa distracts the referee with a metal folding chair.

Backstage, #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa) celebrate winning the WWE Tag Team Championships with Candice LeRae.

Michael Cole interviews Kevin Owens inside Owens' car. Owens refuses to believe that Cole's interview will be unbiased, but Cole tells Owens he has known him for twelve years. Owens says he cannot believe Cole does not see things like he sees them, especially when Cody called him an egomaniac despite leaving in 2016 because he was not getting opportunities. He says that he will cross the bridge with Sami Zayn when he comes to it and that The Usos were going to rejoin Roman Reigns anyway. Cole tells Owens that he is being petty and advises him to look in the mirror, as he is the problem. Owens tells Cole to leave his car, which Cole does, then calls him back to the car only to close the window in his face and drive off.

Backstage, Gunther shakes hands with General Manager Nick Aldis, then leaves as Carmelo Hayes shows up. Carmelo says he is considering heading to Raw, and Aldis tells him that he has an opponent in mind for him.

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes beats Chad Gable despite his left ankle being hurt during the match. After the match, Kevin Owens is in the ring, and he stomps on Cody's bad ankle. Cody fights back as officials and referees rush to the ring, and Cody and Owens brawl as everyone tries to hold them back.

This week on The SmackDown LowDown: Tiffany Stratton! Bayley! LA Knight!

Here are the highlights from tonight's show!

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Speed Demon - Speed recap for September 18, 2024

Kairi Sane beats Elektra Lopez to advance in the first women's tournament to determine the inaugural WWE Speed Women's Champion.

Next week: Candice LeRae vs. Piper Niven!

TODAY on #WWESpeed:

Damage CTRL's @KAIRI_official takes on Legado del Fantasama's @elektralopezwwe! Who will punch their ticket to the WWE Speed Semifinals? 👀 pic.twitter.com/TstdwugkCZ

— WWE (@WWE) September 18, 2024

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for April 5, 2024

We are introduced to Jerry Soto and Marcelo Rodriguez at the Spanish announce table.

It's time for The Kevin Owens Show to start tonight's show. Tonight's guest is Randy Orton. Owens and Orton talk about their Triple Threat Match against Logan Paul - and each other - and their common disdain for Logan Paul. When asked how much he hates Logan on a scale of 1 to 10, Orton says 11. to start tonight's show. Logan Paul then shows up on the TitanTron calling out Orton and Owens from the set of WrestleMania 40 in Philadelphia, and says he is already focused on victory while Owens and Orton are talking about him. Owens immediately notes that WrestleMania 40 is across the street from the site of tonight's show, and he and Orton head down the street. As they do, Grayson Waller and Austin Theory crawl out from underneath the ring to follow Orton and Owens.

After the commercial break, Kevin Owens and Randy Orton look for Logan Paul in the parking lot of the Lincoln Financial Field while on a golf cart, and Gryason Waller and Austin Theory chase after them on foot.

"Big" Bronson Reed last eliminates Ivar to win the 2024 Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal.

Backstage, Logan Paul is seen backstage in the Wells Fargo Center and not Lincoln Financial Field.

We hear from The Final Testament (Karrion Kross, Scarlett, Akam, Rezar, Paul Ellering). Karrion Kross says he targeted Bobby Lashley to teach him humility, and says they are all at WrestleMania because he has carried him and The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) into a fight so big it was worth of the show. He then says The Final Testament will light them up with shots that will stay with them for the rest of their lives.

Logan Paul shows up on the ramp. He mocks the crowd, saying that all he sees are idiots who cheer for Kevin Owens and Randy Orton. As he insults Owens and Orton, he says that he is playing 4D Chess and that they are about to be assaulted by Grayson Waller and Austin Theory. He mentions that there is a camera on site at Lincoln Financial Field and that the beating will not be pretty, then we see Waller and Theory at Lincoln Financial Field looking for Owens and Orton, unable to find them. Orton and Owens crawl out from underneath the ring at the Wells Fargo Center, and Logan soon receives a Stunner. When Logan gets up, Owens passes him to Orton for an RKO.

Zelina Vega and Rey Mysterio find out that Dragon Lee has been attacked backstage, thanks to Carlito.

Before the next match, "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio and Andrade show up alongside Santos Escobar and Elektra Lopez.

Elektra Lopez beats Zelina Vega following the distraction by "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio. After the match, as Rey helps Zelina out of the ring, Dominik attacks Rey, and Santos Escobar joins in. All of a sudden, Andrade turns on Dominik and then everyone else, before hugging Rey and Zelina and siding with the Latino World Order.

WrestleMania 40 is this weekend!

19,833 people are at tonight's show for WWE's 14th consecutive televised sell-out.

Naomi and Bianca Belair head to the ring. Bianca says she has the longest history with Damage CTRL (Dakota Kai, Iyo Sky, Asuka, Kairi Sane) and that she has been fighting for their life against them at every turn and that it became so exhausting that she wanted to give up until Naomi reminder her of what she was fighting for. Bianca says Damage CTRL has done way too much for far too long, and as Naomi rambles on about taking on Damage CTRL and getting to WrestleMania, Bianca says that Damage CTRL got too cocky, which led to the appearance of their tag team partner, Jade Cargill. Jade Cargill shows up and heads to the ring, and Bianca and Naomi had to stop her from cussing before she thanks Damage CTRL for giving her a fight at WrestleMania where she can show what she is all about. She says that there will soon be no damage control, then warns Damage CTRL that they are in the eye of the storm.

Backstage, "Main Event" Jey Uso says he will beat Solo Sikoa tonight and beat Jimmy Uso tomorrow.

Backstage, Rey Mysterio, Zelina Vega and Andrade find out that Dragon Lee cannot compete at WrestleMania from one of the referees. Andrade tells Rey that he has his back at WrestleMania, and Carlito shows up and gets up to speed on the situation.

New Catch Republic (Tyler Bate and Pete Dunne) beat Grayson Waller and Austin Theory. After the match, both teams are laid out by The Judgment Day (Finn Balor, Damian Priest, Rhea Ripley, "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio, JD McDonagh).

We see a video package chronicling the history of Damage CTRL (Bayley, Dakota Kai, Iyo Sky, Asuka, Kairi Sane) leading up to their turning on Bayley after Bayley challenges Iyo Sky for the WWE Women's Championship at WrestleMania.

LA Knight heads to the ring. LA Knight says that he has "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles at WrestleMania, and says that he is phenomenal at not showing up and running away, then says that he will be phenomenal at getting stomped by LA Knight. He also says Styles should be thanking him instead of crying about him, because when he puts the boots to him, he makes him relevant, and at WrestleMania, he will kick up the uprights like Philadelphia Eagles kicker Jake Elliott.

We hear from Bobby Lashley, B-Fab and The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford). B-Fab says the story has been the same over and over with The Final Testament (Karrion Kross, Scarlett, Akam, Rezar, Paul Ellering) attacking them over, but at WrestleMania, there will be no running or hiding when they square off in a Philadelphia Street Fight. Lashley says that at WrestleMania, they will finish The Final Testament.

"Main Event" Jey Uso beats Solo Sikoa by disqualification after he is attacked by Jimmy Uso. After the match, Jimmy Uso and Solo Sikoa gang up on Jey Uso, but "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes and Seth "Freakin'" Rollins rush into the ring and make the save. Cody then pulls out his weight belt and whips Jimmy Uso and Solo Sikoa with it. Solo and Jimmy flee, but Jey grabs Jimmy and throws him back into the ring. Cody tosses his weight belt to Rollins, distracting Jimmy so that he can hit him with the Cross Rhodes. Rollins whips Jimmy with the weight belt, then Jey hits Jimmy with the Uso Splash. Cody then grabs the microphone and says that tomorrow, he and Seth Rollins are going to slap The Rock in the face so hard that his ego lifts out of his body like his soul and he remembers what it is like to be the people's champion. He says they will shatter the foundation of The Bloodline before he dethrones Roman Reigns, that he is fighting for every moment and every fan, and that when one good story ends, another begins.

Generation NXT - NXT recap for January 30, 2024

Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams beat The Latino World Order (Joaquin Wilde and Cruz del Toro) to advance to the finals of the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic. After the match, Wilde and del Toro are attacked from behind by Oba Femi, and Dragon Lee jumps in fight Femi. Oba Femi soon overpowers The Latino World Order as well as Dragon Lee with the greatest of ease.

Backstage, Ridge Holland speaks with General Manager Ava when Lexis King shows up with a Lexis King-themed gift basket. Ava tries to interrupt further, but Ava puts Lexis in a match with Ridge.

In backstage footage from earlier today, Lyra Valkyria confronts Tatum Paxley for putting Roxanne Perez through a table, saying she can fight her own battles. Paxley then refuses to listen and leaves, then Lyra sees the picture of them together in the ring.

Roxanne Perez beats Tatum Paxley. After the match, Tatum Paxley tries to attack Roxanne again, and Lyra has to pull Roxanne off of Paxley.

Backstage, Wren Sinclair is met by Arianna Grace, who considers herself a locker room leader when Fallon Henley shows up. When Arianna decides to make fun of Fallon, then leads to a match between Arianna and Fallon.

Lola Vice beats Elektra Lopez.

Dijak is met by Joe Gacy, who tells Dijak that no matter what he does, he will not be able to get rid of him. This soon leads to a brawl between Dijak and Gacy.

Lexis King beats Ridge Holland following the interference by Gallus (Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, Wolfgang). After the match, Gallus attacks Ridge Holland, then wrap a chair around Ridge's left knee so that Joe Coffey can smack another chair into it and injure Ridge's knee.

Backstage, Riley Osborne and Duke Hudson join Andre Chase before they head to the ring one more time.

Backstage, Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams talk. Both men tell the other that they were just looking out for each other last week. Trick says he knows who Dragunov is, and Carmelo tells Trick that he will find out that he had his back from the beginning when he wins the NXT Championship.

Riley Osborne, Andre Chase and Duke Hudson are in the ring. Chase talks about the beginnings of Chase University and how it became one of NXT's biggest success stories, and says that the memories made will stand the test of time. He says that while he has no one else to blame but himself for the university, he got to live a dream and share that dream with the fans. Hudson says that Chase has been a positive influence, and says that he was a different man when he joined and knew what Chase University would do for him. He calls being named Chase University MVP the greatest of his life. He says that Chase University has been important to him and to everyone who was part of it, and that everyone should remember the university in the way that they experienced it and in a positive light. We see a tribute video of Chase University's moments while "Tell Me A Lie" plays in the background for the first part of it. After the video, Andre Chase says this has all been a , and while he looks forward to what Hudson and Osborne do next, he says that this is goodbye. Suddenly, Jacy Jayne and Thea Hail show up. Jacy says that if you want something said, ask a man; if you want something done, ask a woman. She admits she did not think she would fit in after coming in "a little bit toxic," but she ended up looking for friend and saw the bond in Chase U. She brings up Andre Chase bringing light back into Hudson's life and finding his overprotectiveness of Thea inspiring, then says that she is fiercely loyal to the things and people she cares about and that she went into her comfort zone to fix things. She then introduces the 2024 Chase University Calendar, then says the projected sales will not only save the university from debt, but get it to the promised land. She also says that the calendar will go on sale this Sunday. Jacy states that the calendar will also launch them into the next decade, and Chase hugs Jacy and tells her she is officially in Chase University.

We hear from The D'Angelo Family (Tony D'Angelo, Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo, Adrianna Rizzo). Tony says that those who want respect take it and that it is time to take over. Adrianna says that nobody has been able to shut her up yet, and D'Angelo and Stacks agree she can get the job done. D'Angelo and Stacks then state that OTM are about to find out who they are dealing with.

Backstage, Brooks Jensen meets with Fallon Henley and mentions the good times that they had before Fallon's match.

Backstage, Andre Chase thanks Jacy Jayne for saving Chase University and his life when Lexis King shows up wanting a signed copy of the calendar when Riley Osborne confronts him. Lexis says this is why nobody likes Osborne and walks away. After Thea Hail awkwardly admits that she likes Riley Osborne, Dijak and Joe Gacy brawl their way around backstage after a loud crash is heard.

Arianna Grace beats Fallon Henley after Jakara Jackson distracts the referee so that Lash Legend can hit Fallon Henley with a pump kick.

We hear from OTM (Bronco Nima, Lucien Price, Scrypts, Jaida Parker). Jaida Parker says that she is tired of taking crap from everyone else. Bronco Nima says that when one is different, one finds out nobody likes different. Lucien Price says The D'Angelo Parker will find out why OTM is more than a slogan, and also a lifestyle. Jaida Parker says she will wipe the floor with the women's division and that she is not changing for anyone else. Scrypts says people are going to find out not play around with them, and after the. Bronco Nima says that The D'Angelo Family )Tony D'Angelo, Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo, Adrianna Rizzo) will soon learn that they should have stayed on the sidewalk.

As Meta-Four (Noam Dar, Oro Mensah, Lash Legend, Jakara Jackson) head to the ring, Dijak and Joe Gacy's brawl ends up outside, where Dijak is about to throw Joe Gacy into a dumpster from the top of a tractor trailer. Gacy ends up taking a tumble into the dumpster after a boot to the head.

Backstage, Bron Breakker is met by Baron Corbin, who is impressed with the eliminations Breakker was able to perform at the Royal Rumble. Bron Breakker finds it hilarious that Baron Corbin is calling their tandem "The Wolf Dogs," then focus on Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams. Afterwards, both men fist bump.

Noam Dar beats Von Wagner with two straight falls (2-0) to retain the NXT Heritage Cup. Noam Dar scores the first fall with 2:39 (two minutes, thirty-nine seconds) left in Round 2 with the Nova Roller as Von Wagner beats up Oro Mensah while trying to get to Noam Dar. In Round 3, Lash Legend and Jakara Jackson grab at Von Wagner's leg when Fallon Henley and Wren Sinclair show up and go after Lash and Jakara. Noam Dar scores the second and deciding fall with 1:09 (one minute, nine seconds) left in Round 4 with a jackknife pin after dodging Von Wagner as he charges at him in the corner. After the match, Von Wagner fends off Noam Dar while putting Oro Mensah through the announce table when Noam and Oro taunt Mr. Stone's two sons.

Backstage, Dijak demands a no-disqualification match against Joe Gacy from General Manager Ava. Ava refuses to make the match official until Gacy crawls out of the nearby dumpster and says he is in.


Trick Williams is in the ring. Trick says he has a lot on his mind five days before his NXT Championship match with Ilja Dragunov, and calls Dragonuv out for a face-to-face meeting. Dragunov shows up and says he loves the look on Trick's face, then says that Trick is ready and that so is he. As he says that he will "whoop that trick," he extends his hand, but Trick lowers it and says Dragunov is smarter than he looks. Trick mentions that Dragunov calls himself a tsar and that a tsar is willing to do anything to stay on top, but Dragunov tells Trick that Carmelo Hayes is willing to poison Trick's mind and reminds him that their relationship is built on respect. Trick says Dragunov pushed back their match just to play mind games, but Dragunov says that he destroyed his body for the fans to push himself and Trick to the next level in 2023 and states that he is willing to do that all over again. Trick also mentions that Dragunov knew he would be double-booked, but Dragunov says he offered him the biggest match on the biggest stage and Trick took it. he says he has played mind games, but it was with Baron Corbin, who made things personal. Dragunov tells Trick that he is a victim of his own success and that he should be worried about Carmelo, as Carmelo has been needing him ever since he had his moment in the sun. Trick says he is focused and will win the Dusty Cup and the NXT Championship. Dragunov says Trick is anything but focused, and says that their rivalry has made Trick more of the man he is today than Carmelo ever has. He also says that if Trick shows the slightest hint of weakness on Sunday, he will destroy everything Trick has built. Trick says there is nobody, not even Dragunov, who can destroy what he has built, and that Dragunov is facing a different Trick who knows what is his and knows his destiny. Dragunov says Trick will give everything, and says that while Trick will make history, it will not be the history that he wants. After Trick says "May the best man win," both men shake hands, then Dragunov hugs him, which takes Trick aback. Trick is then attacked by Bron Breakker and Baron Corbin, and when Carmelo Hayes jumps into the ring, he is almost outnumbered. Trick saves Carmelo, then the two of them knock Bron and Corbin out of the ring. As Carmelo dares Bron and Corbin to get back in the ring, Trick notices Dragunov getting back up, and the two of them have an intense staredown while Carmelo watches.

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Generation NXT - NXT recap for January 16, 2024

Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams beat Malik Blade and Edris Enofe to advance in the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic.

Backstage, Kelly Kincaid interviews Fallon Henley. Fallon says she had fun last week, but it is now down to brass tacks and she has to go through nineteen other women for a shot at the NXT women's title. She says it is time to put on the work boots and reach the final four.

We see a video package of the end of Dragon Lee's NXT North American Championship reign.

In backstage footage from earlier today, Elektra Lopez and Lola Vice talk about their battle royal plans when they are suddenly met by Tatum Paxley, who says she will win the battle royal so that Lyra Valkyria does not have to defend her title.

Oba Femi heads to the ring. Oba Femi says it was set in stone that he would be omnipotent and the embodiment of a war leader, and that he was tested as a young Nigerian prince and dominated his opposition. He says that in NXT, the goal is still the same, and now he is North American Champion and has divine right to rule over the fans and crush everyone who stands in his way to dust. Dragon Lee suddenly shows up. He says he cannot be mad after last week, for Oba Femi was hungry, and says that nobody has made an impact in NXT much like Oba Femi. He says the North American title represents opportunity and that he hopes that Oba Femi will continue the open challenge and hopes to be Oba Femi's first opponent tonight. Oba Femi refuses, saying the open challenges are now closed, and Dragon Lee demands a rematch at Vengeance Day. Oba Femi says he does not get to decide any more, although he may consider it.

In backstage footage from earlier today, Eddy Thorpe is met by Trey Bearhill, who thanks Eddy for representing their culture. Dijak suddenly intervenes, and when Trey steps up to Dijak, Dijak mentions putting Thorpe on the shelf and says he might do it to Trey next.

Backstage, Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams talk about their win tonight and their rise to the Dusty Cup finals when Ilja Dragunov shows up, apologizes to Trick Williams, then says their title match will be at Vengeance Day. Carmelo reminds Trick afterwards that the Dusty Cup finals will also be at Vengeance Day.

Lyra Valkyria and Tatum Paxley beat Elektra Lopez and Lola Vice when Paxley folls onto Lola and inadvertently gets the win.

Backstage in the women's locker room, everyone gets ready for the women's battle royal as Arianna Grace declares that she will win. As she speaks, everyone gradually leaves the room.

Ridge Holland beats Joe Coffey. After the match, Mark Coffey and Wolfgang attack Ridge Holland, and Joe Coffey joins in. Gallus (Joe, Mark, Wolfgang) keeps looking towards the entrance as the three of them lay Ridge out.

In video footage from "NXT Anonymous", Thea Hail, Jacy Jayne have succeeded in raising some money. After everyone else leaves, Jacy Jayne and a student named Jazmin head out to get some drinks.

Backstage, Kelani Jordan says she is entering tonight's women's battle royal with a chip on her shoulder and that she is breaking through in 2024, and that patience is not going to unlock the doors she is trying to open. She is then met by Brinley Reece, who is just as hyped for the match and thinks highly of Kelani's chances as she does her own.

Backstage, Kelly Kincaid interviews Baron Corbin when Bron Breakker shows up. Both men insist that they are one who led the team of victory while carrying the other, then Breakker says they will punch their ticket to the Dusty Cup finals. Baron Corbin is not exactly on board with their team name being "The Wolf Dogs" or Bron Breakker thinking about the team in the shower. "Wild Boars" does not go much further, either.

The Latino World Order (Joaquin Wilde and Cruz del Toro) beat Chase University (Duke Hudson and Riley Osborne) to advance in the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic.

Backstage, Arianna Rizzo is met by Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo. Arianna is nervous due to her debuting in tonight's women's battle royal. Stacks says "The Rizz always takes care of biz," and D'Angelo reminds her of how she always knocks people when they deserved it and that everyone in the women's battle royal deserve it.

In backstage footage from last week, Mr. Stone and Von Wagner are met by Noam Dar and Oro Mensah. Wagner wants a shot at the Heritage Cup as he throws a cup in the Cup, then pretends to not know how the rules work to get on Noam's nerves.

Joe Gacy guests on commentary for the next match.

Dijak beats Trey Bearhill despite a headbutt to Dijak by Joe Gacy. After the match, Joe Gacy attacks and brawls with Dijak, and the brawl makes its way to the back. After this, Trey Bearhill is attacked from behind by Lexis King.

Backstage, Josh Briggs is met by JBL. Briggs asks JBL for advice, and JBL tells Briggs that he has all the talent in the world but needs to figure out and show who he really is just like he did years ago.

We hear from No Quarter Catch Crew (Drew Gulak, Charlie Dempsey, Damon Kemp, Myles Borne), who go back to basics in conditioning and toughness. The four of them agree that they will show no pity, no mercy and no quarter.

Backstage, Trick Williams speaks with Carmelo Hayes, saying they will finish what they started with the Dusty Cup before he wins the NXT Championship in the main event at Vengeance Day. Carmelo says they should put the NXT Championship to the side and focus on the Dusty Cup, but Trick likes the idea of the two of them being Triple Crown Champions.

It is announced that Cora Jade has suffered a torn ACL during a match with Wren Sinclair (formerly known as Madi Wrenkowski) in a live show at Dade City, Florida and will be out for several months. Wren Sinclair is in the next match.

Roxanne Perez last beats Kelani Jordan, Kiana James and Fallon Henley in a battle royal turned Fatal 4-Way to become #1 contender for the NXT Women's Championship. During the match, Elektra Lopez and Lola Vice turn on each other and brawl their way to the back after Lola eliminates Elektra only to be quickly eliminated in turn. After the match, Lyra Valkyria shows up to stare down Roxanne from outside of the ring.

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Friday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for December 22, 2023

Indi Hartwell beats Elektra Lopez.

Apollo Crews beats Brooks Jensen.

Friday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for December 15, 2023

Natalya beats Elektra Lopez with the Sharpshooter.

Von Wagner beats Edris Enofe.

Friday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for December 8, 2023

Gigi Dolin beats Elektra Lopez.

Apollo Crews beats Javier Bernal.

THE NXT LVL - NXT LVL UP recap for December 1, 2023

Von Wagner beats Luca Crusifino.

In backstage footage from earlier today, Kelly Kincaid interviews Brinley Reece. Reece talks about her background as a competitive cheerleader and getting her degree while being a fitness trainer prior to becoming a WWE Superstar. She says that she puts 100% into everything she does, and after the Women's Breakout Tournament, nothing will stop her from reaching the top, especially against Elektra Lopez. She says Elektra Lopez is strong and has a lot of experience, but she and Lola Vice will learn what it means to "get big with Brin."

Elektra Lopez beats Brinley Reece after Lola Vice grabs at Brinley's foot.

Drew Gulak beats Tavion Heights after Tavion takes out Myles Borne and Charlie Dempsey.

Generation NXT - NXT recap for October 7, 2023

Noam Dar retains the NXT Heritage Cup Championship two falls to (2-1) against Akira Tozawa. Noam Dar scores the first fall with 2:30 (two minutes, thirty seconds) left in Round 2 with a surprise roll-up pin, then lands a cheap shot after the bell. Akira Tozawa scores the second fall with 1:21 (one minute, twenty-one seconds) left in Round 4 with an ankle lock after Noam Dar inadvertently kicks the ring post. Noam Dar scores the third and deciding fall in Round 5 with :40 (forty seconds) left after Lash Legend saves Noam Dar from a top rope senton from Akira Tozawa, allowing Noam Dar to hit the Nova Roller to retain. After the match, Oro Mensah gets in Tozawa's face, and he gets slapped in the face by Maxxine Dupri before Chad Gable and Otis beat him up.

It is announced that Mick Foley has picked the qualifying matches for the Iron Survivor Challenge. Mick Foley makes Fallon Henley vs. Tiffany Stratton and Dijak vs. Tyler Bate official for the women's and men's qualifiers, respectively.

Backstage, Elektra Lopez and Lola Vice show up in the locker room, and Lola Vice calls her previous NXT Women's Breakout Tournament footnotes on the way to her tournament win. Roxanne Perez then shows up and says it is one thing to win the contract, but it is another thing to become champion, and advises her not to make enemies out of the entire locker room.

Lyra Valkyria heads to the ring. She says that whoever advised never to meet one's heroes never met Becky Lynch, for she is an absolute legend, and she managed to beat her and put the NXT Championship around her waist. She says that she and Becky Lynch both brought the fight, and that the fans made it feel like magic when they showed what women's wrestling was all about. She then goes on to say that everything about her story is true and that she is not the only one to dream of holding the women's title. Suddenly, as Lyra says that there are other challengers waiting to face her for the title, Xia Li shows up, and she asks security to allow her to the ring. Xia Li boasts about attacking Becky Lynch, then makes it clear she wants Lyra's title. Xia Li then spin kicks one of the security guards in the face, and Lyra is game to face Xia Li.

We hear from Tyler Bate, who tells his challengers not to mistake his nature for weakness. He says that Mick Foley sees what he can see and that the Iron Survivor Challenge is something he needs, for he is riding on a resume of the past and he plans to write his future by beating Dijak. Xia Li then spin kicks one of the security guards in the face, and Lyra is game to face Xia Li.

Before the next match, Fallon Henley tells Josh Briggs and Brooks Jensen that she is ready and that "Tiffy Time" is over.

Backstage, Alpha Academy (Chad Gable, Otis, Maxxine Dupri) keeps Akira Tozawa focused, and Maxxine mentions that they will be back next week to guest on SPRNVA Sessions. All of a sudden, Drew Gulak, Charlie Dempsey, Damon Kemp and Myles Borne show up, and Gulak mocks Alpha Academy by saying that his foursome is bred for greatness. Charlie Dempsey then says that the Heritage Cup should be kept away from people like Alpha Academy, and this leads to Otis challenging Gulak to a match tonight.

It is announced that discretion will be exercised in Von Wagner vs. Bron Breakker tonight, and that there will be a winner.

Tiffany Stratton beats Fallon Henley to qualify for the women's Iron Survivor Challenge.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Wes Lee. Wes Lee says he was on a "never-ending hamster wheel" and he had to leap off, and now he is back on track and he wants to smack Dominik Mysterio in the mouth and win back the North American Championship. Baron Corbin shows up and insults Wes Lee's plans, and Wes Lee says that as much as he would like to see Ilja Dragunov smack him, he would love to do it himself. Corbin tells Wes Lee that he will fail just like Dragunov.

Backstage, Kelly Kincaid interviews Bron Breakker, who says that tonight will be the end of the shortest comeback attempt in history when he destroys Von Wagner in record time for thinking he can beat him.

We hear from Dijak, who says Mick Foley put Tyler Bate in a qualifying match that he cannot win, and that Mick Foley can see that he has what it takes for the Iron Survivor Series. He says that he has caused destruction with nothing on the line, then asks what he can do when something is.

Bron Breakker beats Von Wagner after hitting Von Wager with two Spears, one outside the ring after saving Mr. Stone and another back inside the ring. After the match, Mr. Stone hits Bron Breakker in the back with a chair, and Bron Breakker grabs Mr. Stone by the neck. Von Wagner gets the better of Bron Breakker and powerbombs him through the announce table. Von Wagner then hugs Mr. Stone afterwards.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Carmelo Hayes. Carmelo Hayes says that he is surprised that Trick Williams after what happened to him, then makes it clear that he did not attack Trick Williams and that Trick Williams is listening to "all the outside voices." He says he will give Trick the explanation he deserves, for they are friends.

We hear from The Brawling Brutes (Ridge Holland and Butch), who tell OTM (Bronco Nima and Lucien Price) that they grew up on the streets and that those who fought survived and that they stood tall. Ridge mentions his rugby career before Butch mentions his wrestling career, then they both mention that they have different principles than OTM and that they will see those principles when they knock their teeth down their throats.

Before the next match, Arianna Grace wishes the four participants of the next match the best of luck as she looks forward to facing them all, then sits down and watches from the ramp.

Kelani Jordan and Roxanne Perez beats Elektra Lopez and Lola Vice. After the match, Arianna Grace declares Roxanne and Kelani the winners, then calls the fans the real winners before Karmen Petrovic hits her from behind and tells her to shut up.

We hear from Joe Gacy. He says that when it started, it was a whisper, but it soon got louder and louder and he ended up seeing red and people started to judge and label him "the weird guy" and "a maniac." He says that this is how he was built, and the people he surrounded himself with made that voice quiet. Now he feels like he is in his own personal hell and it feels like he does not know what to do, but he has a feeling that maybe he does know what to do.

We hear from Ilja Dragunov, who says it took everything he had to beat Carmelo Hayes again and that Carmelo is a warrior. He then mentions Baron Corbin jumping him backstage, then tells Corbin that the only one who can slay the dragon is the dragon himself. As Corbin watches Dragunov's promo from backstage, Malik Blade, Edris Enofe, Hank Walker and Tank Ledger show up thinking Dragunov will beat Corbin.

Otis beats Drew Gulak.

Backstage, Kiana James congratulates Tiffany Stratton on qualifying for the Iron Survivor Challenge tonight, then both of them agree that they are carrying the women's division on their back and that it will be down to them in that match. Meanwhile, Dante Chen is talking with Boa in the background, and is wearing facepaint.

At Chase University, Jacy Jayne is met by three members of Tony D'Angelo's family, who have a message for Andre Chase. Jacy reads the message only to be chastised by Chase after being surprised by it. Jacy then mentions that Andre Chase and Duke Hudson's tag team title rematch with Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo, and Chase dismisses class so he and Hudson can strategize. Chase then reads the message after Jacy leaves.

Dijak beats Tyler Bate to qualify for the men's Iron Survivor Challenge.

Trick Williams arrives at the arena.

It is announced that Lita will pick who will be in the qualifiers for the Iron Survivor Challenge next week.

Carmelo Hayes is in the ring, where he asks Trick Williams to join him so he can give him an explanation. Trick Williams shows up, and Carmelo says he knows Trick is upset after being blindsided out of the biggest opportunity of a lifetime, and that roadblocks will always be present. He says that he has always shared his glory with him, for without Trick, there would be Carmelo. Trick says he has always been putting their friendship first, and that Carmelo's success has been his success and that he made sure that when Carmelo shot, he did not miss. Carmelo says that it worked, because he did not miss, and when he won, Trick won. Trick says it is easy to say when Carmelo has the ball, then asks why Carmelo is not there for him like he was for Carmelo before trying to ask if Carmelo attacked him. Carmelo says he always believed in Trick, and that what John Cena told him, he told him months ago, and that he knew Trick could be a once-in-a-lifetime performer. Trick says he wants to do his own thing and have his moments, but he wants Carmelo to see that. He also mentions that he did not see who attacked him and that Carmelo was not there when it happened, but Carmelo is fixated on the fact that Trick did not see his attacker. Trick finally asks Carmelo if he attacked him, and before Carmelo can tell him, Lexis King shows up. Carmelo and Trick tell Lexis King to mind his business, then Lexis King says it could be somebody new looking to prove themselves with a twisted mind and unclean thoughts, then asks Trick if he was sure that Carmelo attacked him. Trick refuses to answer the question, but Lexis King tells Trick to say what everyone has expected him to say. Trick rears back to hit Lexis King, but hits Carmelo when Lexis King dodges. Trick then helps Carmelo up to end the show.

Generation NXT - NXT recap for October 3, 2023

Becky Lynch heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Becky says she may still be NXT Women's Champion and may not be medically clear, she and Tiffany Stratton gave each other the best they had. She says that she wants to elevate the NXT Women's Champion and defend it everywhere she goes, then sets her sights on Halloween Havoc before Lyra Valkyria shows up. Lyra talks about how the first episode of NXT she ever saw was the debut of Becky Lynch, which influenced her to start training at a wrestling school that very week and kickstarted her career. She tells Becky that she has improved things for people back home in Ireland by making the seemingly impossible possible, and that now, her own career has come full circle to this moment, and she wants a one-on-one match. Lyra Valkyria says she may not be ready, but Becky says she is ready. Suddenly, Indi Hartwell shows up and she is also back in NXT with a purpose and that she never lost the women's title, then says NXT will always be her home and she wants her title back. Roxanne Perez shows up and says Becky is the man and deserves to be after becoming everything people said she could not be, then says she is tired of staying in the back and resting up, and that she wants the NXT Women's Championship. Becky says everyone has made excellent points and could do a little less talking and a lot more fighting, and proposes a Triple Theat Match between Roxanne, Indi and Lyra where the winner faces her for the NXT Women's Championship at week one of Halloween Havoc.

Tyler Bate and Butch beats Gallus (Mark Coffey and Wolfgang). After the match, Joe Coffey joins Mark Coffey and Wolfgang on the post-match beatdown of Bate and Butch before Ridge Holland shows up and evens the numbers game.

Ilja Dragunov heads to the ring. Dragunov proclaims that Carmelo Hayes brought he fight and pushed him to his limits again and again, and while he is barely able to stand, he still stands in front of the fans as champion, for he will fulfill his destiny and push the NXT Championship to the next level. He says that he will turn his reign into a single unbeatable passion and maintain his promise, then Trick Williams shows up and congratulates Dragunov on his victory. Trick then says he is here after also winning a championship recently and that he is now North American Champion, then thanks Dragunov for pushing him to another level back at Heatwave. He says that he has won gold since then and that he is only going up from here, then Dragunov congratulates him on winning before Carmelo Hayes shows up. Carmelo tells Dragunov for staying true to his own word, then finds it odd that Trick is thanking Dragunov when he is championship material, and after saying he is proud of Trick, he says winning a title is one thing and that defending it is another. Dragunov wants to know what Carmelo means, especially when the conversation has been between champions. Carmelo tells Trick he needs to focus on Dominik Mysterio if he wants to follow in his footsteps. Dominik shows up and says Carmelo is right, especially when he is the one coming for him. Trick asks Dominik if he always takes orders from Rhea Ripley before saying he will whip his ass tonight, and Dominik says he promised to bring the North American title back to Rhea and The Judgment Day, then warns Trick that Dominik does not roll alone and that he will be in his corner. Dominik then asks Trick why he is still in Carmelo's shadow when he is now a champion, and Trick tells Carmelo that he will have to decline, as he won the title on his own and he will defend it on his own.

Becky Lynch guests on commentary for the next match.

Lyra Valkyria beats Roxanne Perez and Indi Hartwell in a Triple Threat Match to face Becky Lynch for the NXT Women's Championship after Kiana James pulls Roxanne out of a pinfall attempt only to be kicked in the head by Becky Lynch. After the match, Tegan Nox shows up and has a staredown with Becky Lynch.

Backstage, Carmelo Hayes is met by Bron Breakker. Bron says he is the only person who knows how Carmelo feels right now and that it eats him up inside, and tells him to use that rage and frustration and take it out on everyone, especially Trick Williams. Carmelo tells Bron to keep Trick out of this, but Bron asks where Trick really was after his match before telling him to think about it.

Backstage, Ilja Dragunov receives his NXT Championship side plates when Baron Corbin shows up. He says that he has been the only person who has beaten him in the last year and that history tends to repeat itself before bragging about beating down Bron Breakker. Corbin says that nobody stands in his way to the NXT Championship, but Dragunov says he disappears. Corbin tells Dragunov to take pictures of his new championship side plates while he still can, then leaves.

Gigi Dolin beats Blair Davenport. During the match, Gigi grabs a chair, and as the referee tries to take it away, Blair attacks Gigi. Blair tries to take the chair, but Gigi goes for a schoolkid pin and wins. After the match, Blair grabs the referee by the jaw in the corner before telling Gigi this is not over.

Backstage, Mckenzie Mitchell interviews Kiana James. Kiana says Roxanne Perez has been the golden child since she walked into NXT and that she was not letting her win another champion and that she needs to be seen as above Roxanne. She says that if wants Roxanne wants a match with her, then Roxanne will have to beat Asuka next week.

We are introduced to the competitors in the 2023 NXT Women's Breakout Tournament: Lola Vice, Dani Palmer, Arianna Grace, Jaida Parker, Jakara Jackson, Karmen Petrovic, Kelani Jordan and Izzi Dame.

Kelani Jordan beats Izzi Dame to advance in the NXT Women's Breakout Tournament.

Backstage, Andre Chase and Duke Hudson run into Jacy Jayne and Thea Hail. Andre Chase wants to support Thea from ringside. Thea Hail is not interested, but Jacy Jayne likes the idea and goes with it.

We see someone turn on a CRT television set and switch the channel to WCW Saturday Night as well as WWE programming before turning the television off.

Thea Hail and Jacy Jayne beat Elektra Lopez and Lola Vice with a Kimura Lock from Thea to Elektra.

Backstage, Carmelo Hayes says he will not take Bron Brakker's advice and that he has a match with Bron next week, then says he got some much-needed advice from John Cena to keep going and that Cena will be in his corner in that match.

"Dirty" Dominik Mysterio beats Trick Williams to become a two-time NXT North American Champion. Finn Balor and Damian Priest show up at ringside to get a closer look at the match after the final commercial break of the show. Near the end of the match, JD McDonagh runs in only to get kneed by Trick, and Rhea Ripley slides the Money In The Bank Briefcase to Dominik. As the referee tries to take the briefcase away, Finn hits Trick with one of the WWE tag team titles, allowing Dominik to hit the splash and win back the North American title.

We hear from Paul Heyman, who brings up Bron Breakker vs. Carmelo Hayes for next week. He says that The Bloodline (Heyman, Jimmy Uso, Solo Sikoa) must reciprocate after Carmelo Hayes has taken advice from John Cena, who has stuck his nose in The Bloodline's business, and that Roman Reigns has bestowed upon him the task of providing wisdom to Bron Breakker up close and in person in Bron Breakker's corner.

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Generation NXT - NXT recap for August 1, 2023

In memory of "Exotic" Adrian Street, 1940 - 2023.

Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo are attacked by Gallus (Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, Wolfgang) outside of the building at the start of the show.

Before the next match, Jacy Jayne makes it known to Vic Joseph and Booker T that she is going to finish what she started with Lyra Valkyria, and that this time, there will be nobody to pull her off of Lyra. Lyra and Jacy then brawl on the stage before the match starts.

Lyra Valkyria beats Jacy Jayne.

Backstage, Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams talk about Hayes' successful title defense against Ilja Dragunov, then Trick says "I gotta start doin' this for me," and that he needs to prove he is no sidekick and that he has to show Dragunov what he is made of. Trick says this is no break-up and that he has to be his own man, to which Carmelo agrees.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks' Lorenzo. Tony says that Gallus are "dead man walking" and that he wants Gallus in a match tonight, and Stacks says it will be three against two. D'Angelo tells Stacks to "make the call."

Rhea Ripley and "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio head to the ring. Rhea says that Dominik is more of a man than Wes Lee, Mustafa Ali and all of the fans, and Dominik says that makes him the greatest luchador that ever lived. Suddenly, Dragon Lee shows up. Dragon Lee says he will not take the disrespect any longer and that he, the fans and even Dominik himself do not believe Dominik's claims, as Rey is the greatest of all time. Dominik says he made the Mysterio name and that he is still champion, but Dragon Lee says he is only champion because of Rhea, who has "[his] cojones on her purse." Rhea says Dom's cojones are bigger than Dragon Lee's, and Dragon Lee tells Dom to prove it with the title on the line next week. Dominik accepts the challenge. Rhea then says that wherever Dominik goes, she also goes, and Dragon Lee reveals that he will have Rey Mysterio in his corner when Rey appears on the TitanTron and announces that he will be in Dragon Lee's corner.

Backstage, Carmelo Hayes is met by an angry Wes Lee, who says that he has lost three weeks in a row while Carmelo is on top of the world as he scrapes by. Carmelo says he is still feeling the effects of his match with Dragunov and that Wes Lee does not know what it takes to hold the NXT Championship. As Wes Lee says that he begs to differ, then Noam Dar and Oro Mensah show up and Noam declares himself Heritage Cup Champion. Noam says that Nathan Frazer never beat him, but Dominik Mysterio beat Wes Lee twice. This leads to a brawl that referees quickly break up.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Thea Hail. Thea says she left it all in the ring and that she did not give up, and insists that Andre Chase did not have to throw in the towel. Baron Corbin shows up and tells Andre Chase to apologize for destroying Thea's hopes and reams, then tells Thea that wrestling is not for everyone and that she peaked on Sunday and should pack her things and go. Andre Chase confronts Baron Corbin, who then tells Chase to tighten up his dress pants and do something about it.

Dijak beats Eddy Thorpe.

Backstage, Tony D'Angelo makes a phone call which goes to his satisfaction, then tells Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo "He's on his way."

Backstage, Dana Brooke and Kelani Jordan watch Dana's match with Cora Jade from last week. Dana says Cora brought a dark side out of her, and Kelani says the fans needed to see that side. Dana admits she liked that after all the negative comments and all the directions her career has went, then tells Kelani to find her killer instinct and call someone out, because she will need a killer instinct.

Elektra Lopez and Lola Vice beat Valeninta Feroz and Yulisa Leon.

We see a TikTok video from Tiffany Stratton, who announces that she will return next week and that whatever she does then will be fabulous.

The Meta-Four (Noam Dar and Oro Mensah) beat Carmelo Hayes and Wes Lee after Wes Lee nails Carmelo Hayes with a Cardiac Kick meant for Noam Dar. After the match, Wes Lee argues with Carmelo Hayes.

We hear from Bron Breakker, who says that he has watched Von Wagner's story for the last couple of weeks and calls it "touching stuff," then tells Von Wagner that he is a nobody just like his father and that he is soft. He then says that if Von Wagner doesn't like what he is saying, he can come find him, and if Von Wagner thinks the photo of himself as a child with stitches around his head was bad, then what he will do to him will be even worse.

Backstage, Rhea Ripley and "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio are confronted by Axiom, who says that he cannot wait until next week to see Dragon Lee beat Dominik when Mustafa Ali butts in to confront Dominik. Rhea and Dominik leave, and when Axiom refuses to take the disrespect, Mustafa Ali tells him that he has been disrespected for six years and that the North American title is his.

Baron Corbin beats Andre Chase after Thea Hail throws the towel as Corbin has Chase in a single leg crab only for Corbin to throw the towel back out.

We see footage of Roxanne Perez's return home to Texas where Roxanne meets with her family and goes to DreamCon (and has a confrontation with Blair Davenport), gets advice from Booker T and wins her Weapons Wild Match.

Backstage, Meta-Four celebrate when Lash Legend reminds everyone of the importance of their win. Tyler Bate then shows up and talks his way into a match for Noam Dar's Heritage Cup Championship.

The Schism (Joe Gacy, Rip Fowler, Jagger Reid, Ava) is in the ring with their followers. Joe Gacy says that while conflict within new members is not uncommon, but disobedience and insubordination is not tolerated and will not be eliminated, and that two of their masked members have went against them. Two of the members unmask and leave, while the third man unmasks to reveal himself as Ikemen Jiro. Rip Fowler dismisses a fourth member, and thinks the last two members are The Creed Brothers only to find out they are not. We then see The Creed Brothers (Julius and Brutus Creed) on vacation, who laugh at Schism and tell them that they are no longer in NXT and are having the time of their lives before thanking Schism for the vacation. An angry Joe Gacy says he knows The Creed Brothers are here, and tells his followers to bring The Creed Brothers to The Schism.

Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo's mystery partner shows up at the arena.

In backstage footage form last week, Cora Jade packs her bags in the locker room and leaves.

Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo's mystery partner is revealed to be Santos Escobar.

The D'Angelo Family (Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo) and Santos Escobar beat Gallus (Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, Wolfgang) in a six-man tag match.

We hear from Ilja Dragunov, who says that Trick Williams is the sole reason he is not NXT Champion, and if Trick is not done with him, he is not done with Trick, and next week, his retribution begins and he will not stop until Trick is entirely terminated.

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Generation NXT - NXT LIVE recap for July 18, 2023

Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams head to the ring to start tonight's show. Carmelo admits last week was a miss, and Trick admits they should have won. Carmelo says last week was 4-on-2 and they were seconds away from beating the most dominant team in WWE until Ilja Dragunov got involved. Dragunov shows up as if on command and tells Carmelo that he did not mean to put his nose in his Carmelo, and that what Carmelo fails to understand is that Priest could have cashed in on him and taken his NXT Championship. He says he wanted to prevent that and face Carmelo at The Great American Bash, and Carmelo not only let him down, but he lost control. Carmelo says he had everything under control and that he is ready for Dragunov while he is in awe of his "maniac pace." Dragunov says he makes the fans feel something and that all he will make Carmelo feel is defeat, but Carmelo reminds him that he feels a lot of things as NXT Champion and that their match will be a fight. He says there is no one more qualified to face him at The Great American Bash, and that he will be champion for a long time and he will be swimming in victory. Dragunov tells Carmelo he will have to hit harder than ever before to beat him, for he cannot control him. Carmelo says that after their match, it will be champagne for one person and "just pain" for the other.

Backstage, Mustafa Ali meets with Wes Lee regarding his title defense against "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio, stating the ink has not even dried for their match yet. Wes Lee says he is read for Dominik and Rhea Ripley, but Mustafa Ali wants to be sure he faces Wes Lee.

In footage from earlier today, Tony D'Angelo is released from prison, where Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo is waiting for him.

Nathan Frazer and Dragon Lee beat Los Lotharios (Humberto Carillo and Angel Garza). After the match, Angel Garza yells at Humberto Carillo, and Humberto shoves back, saying the loss was his fault before leaving through the crowd with Garza following him.

We hear from Baron Corbin, who asks what he has gotten into and why he was not satisfied with where he was as it was easy, comfortable and safe, then decides that he must evolve or die. He says he needs to be feared, to be respected and to be champion. When he approaches the man in the black hoodie, he sees himself, and he realizes he must do this as himself and not as another gimmick.

We see footage from "NXT Anonymous" where Booker T tells Roxanne Perez that Blair Davenport is cold and calculated and that if she gives her one inch, she can take a mile and take her out.

Kiana James beats Gigi Dolin after Gigi tries to use Kiana's business bag against her only for Kiana to plant Gigi head-first onto the bag.

Backstage, Axiom and Scrypts confront Bronco Nima and Lucien Price, and this leads to Scrypts challenging them to a match next week, much to Axiom's chagrin, as Axiom wants to accomplish things on his own.

We see footage of Ivy Nile taking down the Diamond Mine banner backstage.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Eddy Thorpe, who says that his NXT Underground match put him on the map when Meta-Four (Noam Dar, Oro Mensah, Lash Legend, Jakara Jackson) shows up and presents him with a signed 8x10 of Noam Dar, which Thorpe tears up. Oro Mensah tells Eddy Thorpe to keep his ego in check, but Eddy tells Mensah that he is more of a fighter than a talker, and referees have to step in before things get physical.

Bronco Nima and Lucien Price beat Axiom and Scrypts after Scrypts turns on Axiom and attacks him from behind. Scrypts leaves with Nima and Price after the match.

Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo and members of Tony D'Angelo's family are in the ring for Tony's homecoming. He talks about how Gallus got Tony locked up and almost took over the streets of NXT, then welcomes D'Angelo back to NXT. Tony D'Angelo declares that he is back and thanks Stacks for coming up with a master plan to free him and brags that Gallus (Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, Wolfgang) had no clue what was going on, then says that Stacks is not the rat that everyone thought he was. We see footage from two months ago where Stacks and D'Angelo come up with a plan where Stacks comes up with the plan to fake stabbing D'Angelo in the back and convince Joe Coffey that he is going to sell D'Angelo out. We see D'Angelo and Stacks hatch the plan to get Joe Coffey comfortable and then spring it into action, then Gallus shows up. A furious Joe Coffey calls Stacks and D'Angelo the lowest forms of life he has ever meet, and while D'Angelo may be a free man, he will make D'Angelo he was back in a prison cell. D'Angelo mentions that Joe Coffey had control and lost it, and Stacks says that Mark Coffey and Wolfgang will lose the NXT tag team titles. D'Angelo then tells Gallus to shine the tag team titles up for them as they will take their titles. Mark Coffey says Gallus is dead serious when it comes to their titles, and Wolfgang says they will not make it to The Great American Bash. Gallus gets in the ring, and when Joe Coffey pulls out a bat, the D'Angelo family pulls out crowbars. Gallus ends up on the losing end of a brief brawl, and Mark Coffey ends up going through a table.

Backstage, Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams run into Schism (Joe Gacy, Rip Fowler, Jagger Reid, Ava). Joe Gacy says there is no reason to target them with their negativity, and that their union will end when Carmelo loses the NXT Championship. Ilja Dragunov shows up and confronts Gacy, and that leads to a brawl.

Thea Hail beats Elektra Lopez with the Kimura Lock. After the match, Thea Hail says she feels unstoppable after making Elektra Lopez tap out like Tiffany Stratton did, and she wants another chance at the NXT Women's Championship, as she knows she can beat Tiffany. Thea Hail calls Tiffany Stratton out so she can kick her ass, and Tiffany shows up and tells Thea she does not get to call her out because it is rude and she is totally superior to her. Tiffany calls it cute that Thea Hail learned one move and thinks she can take on the world, then accepts her challenge as it will be the easiest title defense after having beaten her. Before Tiffany can leave, Thea Hail demands that their rematch be a stipulation match, but Tiffany says says she is the one who can add stipulations to their match and she cannot make her. Thea grabs Tiffany and makes her submit and add the stipulation.

Backstage, Rhea Ripley and "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio are met by The D'Angelo Family (Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo), who wish Dominik luck tonight. Lyra Valkyrie then shows up, and Rhea Ripley tells her to prove she is the badass she is telling everyone that she is following her recent loss to Jacy Jayne. Lyra says that when she faces Jacy Jayne again, she will.

We hear from Gable Steveson, who contemplates his future and announces that he will decide his future next week.

Oro Mensah beats Eddy Thorpe. During the match, Jakara Jackson distracts the referee so Lash Legend can place a very distraught Noam Dar in the ring, and as that happens, Dijak shows up and attacks Eddy Thorpe on the outside. Eddy Thorpe is able to get back in the ring in time, but Oro Mensah is able to get the win.

We see Dana Brooke and Kelani Jordan backstage. Kelani is mad at herself for losing against Cora Jade last week, then we see the two of them practice gymnastic routines. Dana says Kelani is about to break out, and both admit they learned a lot from each other. Meanwhile, Cora Jade is not impressed with either Dana or Kelani, and says gymnastics will not help her next week.

Backstage, Blair Davenport and Roxanne Perez are interviewed. Blair says she decimated Roxanne once before, but now she will do it front of friends and family. She says that Roxanne had a good year last year, but she is here and Roxanne does not belong in NXT anymore. Roxanne says she is everyone thinking she is some easy target, and while she may not be six foot tall or able to overpower anyone, there has been a rage building up inside her and Blair has added to it. She says she will have to show a side of herself that the fans have never seen before to beat Blair Davenport, and that Blair does not know what is coming to her. Blair says Roxanne does not even believer herself and that she will hurt her. Blair then tells Roxanne to go home as she does not belong in NXT anymore. Roxanne takes her microphone off and leaves her part of backstage, and Blair continues to mock her.

"Dirty" Dominik Mysterio beats Wes Lee to become the NXT North American Champion. During the match, Dominik tries to run away with the North American Championship, but Wes Lee does not let him. Soon after, Finn Balor distracts the referee and Damian Priest tries to lay out Wes with the North American title only to eat a Cardiac Kick. Wes Lee goes up top, but Rhea nails him with the Women's Heavyweight Championship, and Dominik is able to make the pinfall attempt and get the win.

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

THE NXT LVL - NXT LVL UP recap for June 16, 2023

Elektra Lopez and Lola Vice beat Dani Palmer and Kelani Jordan.

Kelly Kincaid interviews Javier Bernal. Bernal says that tonight, a different side of him should be expected on both the outside and the inside. He says he has a "tortilla sized" chip on his shoulder after not getting a spot on Stand & Deliver or Battleground, and now Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo wants to accuse him of snitching on Tony D'Angelo. Bernal says that he is no rat and that the evolution of Javier Bernal is destined for greatness.

Boa beats Bryson Montana.

Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo beats Javier Bernal.

THE NXT LVL - NXT LVL UP recap for May 19, 2023

Eddy Thorpe beats Kale Dixon.

In backstage footage from earlier today, Kelly Kincaid interviews Kelani Jordan and Wendy Choo. Kelani says she got a lot of positive feedback from last week and felt good about herself until she bumped into Elektra Lopez and Lola Vice, who made her feel like she was nothing. Wendy says she cannot stand bullies, and admits that she did not have a lot of friends at the start, so when she saw what was going on, she stepped in. Kelani then says that "Karma is a real" before Wendy interjects with "Biscuit! Right?"

Kelani Jordan and Wendy Choo beat Elektra Lopez and Lola Vice.

Luca Crusifino beats Dante Chen after getting out of his ring and getting his briefcase. When the ref takes the briefcase away, Crusifino pokes Chen in the eyes and grabs the tights on the schoolkid pin for the win.

THE NXT LVL - NXT LVL UP recap for April 14, 2023

Hank Walker beats Kale Dixon.

Backstage, Kelly Kincaid interviews Lola Vice and Elektra Lopez. Elektra says that she is a businesswoman, and Lola comes from an MMA background, and that this is a smart business decision. Lola says she has been learning from Elektra, and she knows they can knock out every tag team in the women's division because they are not ready for this "Latina Heat."

Xyon Quinn beats Tavion Heights.

Katana Chance and Kayden Carter beat Elektra Lopez and Lola Vice.

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Dana Brooke beats Elektra Lopez with a roll-up.

Dexter Lumis beats Odyssey Jones with a stack-up pin.

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Wes Lee guests on commentary for the next match.

Axiom last eliminates Nathan Frazer to face Wes Lee in the five-way Ladder Match for the NXT North American Championship at Stand & Deliver. After the match, Wes Lee, Dragon Lee, JD McDonagh, and Ilja Dragunov all meet in and around the ring.

We hear from Pretty Deadly (Kit Wilson and Elton Prince), who talk about Axiom's win, the five-way Ladder Match for the NXT North American Championship and their predictions for the winner as part of their preview show.

Tyler Bate and Chase University (Andre Chase, Thea Hail, Duke Hudson) meet in the locker room. Chase thanks Tyler Bate for his efforts in the recent debate, then says Bate will beat Von Wagner.

Backstage, Josh Briggs and Brooks Jensen says that whatever is happening, they will get through it before Kiana James - who has sent an odd text message - and Fallon Henley show up. Kiana James says that what they all have is something special and is about to confess about Sebastian when, all of a sudden, she mentions that she has pulled some strings to get Briggs and Jensen a match. If Briggs and Jensen win tonight, the NXT Tag Team Championship match at Stand & Deliver will be a Fatal 4-Way, much to the chagrin of Fallon Henley.

Tyler Bate beats Von Wagner after wiping out Mr. Stone with a somersault senton over the top rope after Thea Hail attacks Mr. Stone for trying to yank Tyler out of the ring on the outside. After the match, we see a message from The Schism inside Chase University where they state that The Schism will take over after Chase University falls and that a new class will begin.

Roxanne Perez is seen backstage for the first time since beating Meiko Satomura. After the commercial break, Roxanne Perez meets with Shawn Michaels. She tells Shawn that she has been medically cleared and that body exhaustion and anxiety caused her to pass out after beating Meiko Satomura. Shawn tells Roxanne that defending the NXT Women's Championship is not the best idea after everything she has recently been through. Roxanne says that wanting to be champion and being champion are two different things, and admits that she suffers from anxiety, and wonders if she has peaked at 21 years old. Shawn says that Roxanne may not be ready physically, but not mentally. Roxanne says her anxiety may be crippling, but she cannot run away from it and must face it head on by climbing the ladder for the title she never lost. Shawn tells Roxanne to get medical tests and follow-ups on her mental state, and tells her that she will be in the ladder match for the NXT Women's Championship.

Elektra Lopez beats Valentina Feroz.

Eddy Thorpe debuts next!

Eddy Thorpe beats Myles Borne.

We hear from Pretty Deadly (Kit Wilson and Elton Prince), who talk about the rivalry and the potential unsanctioned match between Johnny Gargano and Grayson Waller at Stand & Deliver.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Gallus (Mark Coffey and Wolfgang). Mark Coffey says all three teams they are defending the NXT Tag Team Championships against all had a good case, and Wolfgang says that they look forward to Josh Briggs and Brooks Jensen getting involved. Wolfgang says the odds do not matter, and Coffey says that all the teams will find out Gallus is on top.

Indi Hartwell beats Ivy Nile and Sol Ruca in a Triple Threat Last Chance Match to qualify for the NXT Women's Championship Ladder Match at Stand & Deliver after knocking Sol Ruca out of the ring following the Sol Snatcher and nailing Ivy Nile from behind to get the win. After the match, Zoey Stark, Lyra Valkyria, Gigi Dolin, Tiffany Stratton and Roxanne Perez all appear one at a time in the crowd, on the stage and on the balcony.

We hear from Pretty Deadly (Kit Wilson and Elton Prince), who talk about the NXT Women's Championship Ladder Match at Stand & Deliver as part of their pre-show.

We hear from Grayson Waller via Twitter, who is on the way to the arena. He says that security is sweeping the arena and will be surrounding the ring as he tells Johnny Gargano to tune in as he has no idea what he is going to say.

We see a Prime Target video package for the NXT Championship match between Carmelo Hayes and Bron Breakker.

We hear from Isla Dawn and Alba Fyre. Alba says that when the sun goes down on Stand & Deliver, the darkness will rise, and Isla says that they will burn their opposition to the ground and spread their message far and wide from the ashes.

Drew Gulak beats Hank Walker with an inside cradle after Charlie Dempsey hits Walker with a cheap shot at the referee is in-between Gulak and Walker.

We hear from Pretty Deadly (Kit Wilson and Elton Prince), who talk about about the upcoming NXT Tag Team Championship match.

Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo beat Josh Briggs and Brooks Jensen. (Had Brooks and Jensen won, the NXT Tag Team Championship match at Stand & Deliver would have been a Fatal 4-Way match.) During the match, Fallon Henley and Kiana James head to ringside to cheer Briggs and Jensen on. After the match, Kiana James says she has something to tell him, but she would rather show him, and kisses him on the lips.

Grayson Waller heads to the ring. On the way there, he takes the contract for his unsanctioned match with Johnny Gargano from Vic Joseph at the announce table and says he will not be responsible for what happens to Gargano. Grayson Waller looks at the contract and says that he is the real main event, and that this match is "a full circle moment" after trying to connect with the fans and make his way to the top, and says his elbow drop from the top of the cage at WarGames was not a viral moment because everyone talked about Gargano, and that it was not until he attacked Gargano and sent him home while he went to the top. Waller says that one must bet on themselves in this business and that nobody has bet on themselves more than himself, and that Gargano is begging him to kick his ass at Stand & Deliver because he is his golden ticket. He says that Gargano may be "Mr. NXT," but just like Shawn Michaels, he will lose at Stand & Deliver after he used Gargano to put himself on the map fifteen months ago. Suddenly, Gargano's music, and one of the cameramen is Gargano. Gargano and Waller brawl on the outside as security tries to break everything up.

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!