Recapping American wrestling since 2013. Not only following the current stuff in WWE, Impact and ROH but also going back in time and doing stuff from back then as well.
Frankie Kazarian and AJ Francis beat Elijah and Moose after Expressions shakes the ropes to trip Elijah down for a powerslam from AJ Francis behind the referee's back. After the match, Expressions removes his neck brace and tries to hit Elijah with his own guitar, but Moose stops Expressions, allowing Elijah to hit Expressions with the Highwayman's Farewell.
Backstage, we hear from Order 4 (Mustafa Ali, John Skyler, Jason Hotch, Tasha Steelz, Special Agent Zero, Mila Moore), who holds the locker room vote for the next #1 contender for the TNA International Championship. Everyone in the locker room is eligible to cast one vote, and they cannot vote for themselves.
Wendy Choo vs. Elayna Black in the TNA Knockouts Television Championship Tournament ends in a ten-minute time limit draw. This time-limit draw has given M by Elegance a bye to the semi-finals. After the match, Elayna Black is attacked by Xia Brookside, and Wendy Choo nearly chases Brookside to the back. When Wendy Choo checks on Elayna, Brookside attacks Wendy from behind. Afterwards, Elayna Black and Wendy Choo shake hands.
Backstage, the locker room casts their vote for Mustafa Ali's next title challenger as Order 4 (Mustafa Ali, John Skyler, Jason Hotch, Tasha Steelz, Special Agent Zero, Mila Moore) watches in the background. John Skyler nearly opens the box and spoils the vote, but Mustafa Ali stops him. As everyone leaves the room, Mila Moore tells Skyler that he is doing great.
The System (Eddie Edwads, Alisha Edwards, Brian Myers, Bear Bronson, Cedric Alexander) heads to the ring. Alisha Edwards says that everyone loves a new toy and stating that someone new in TNA is the future of the business until reality hits. Bear Bronson says that he decimated Ricky Sosa last week, as Ricky Sosa is just a catchy song and a meme. After Bronson says that he is a killer compared to Ricky Sosa, Brian Myers says that people come and go from TNA, but the dominance of The System will remain constant because they are the gatekeepers of TNA. Cedric Alexander says that one must go through The System to see success and that the list of survivors is very short, and that "the champ is right here." Eddie says that The System is not a faction; they are TNA's quality control, and they decide who is real and ready and who truly belongs in their ring. He then mentions Alisha's match with Jada Stone in the TNA Knockouts Television Championship Tournament. He says that this is an opportunity for The System to acquire more hardware, and says that Jada Stone will end up beaten and embarrassed in what could be her last match in a TNA ring like they did to Ricky Sosa. Suddenly, Ricky Sosa shows up. Ricky Sosa says that Bear Bronson may have beaten him last week, but he cannot be kept down, and that Bronson only won because he had Brian Myers on his side. Eddie says that by turning down joining The System, he turned down them having his back. He then says that Ricky Sosa is all alone with nobody caring what happens to him before Leon Slater shows up and stands up for Sosa, and says The System cannot win without having to scheme. He then notes that he and Sosa are in their gear and that some members of The System are in wrestling gear, and challenges The System to a tag team match. Eddie says he will talk with Daria Rae and have that match next week. Slater says that the match could happen anywhere, and that regardless of where it happens, the match will end with The System going out with a "bang, bang."
Daria Rae announces that Jason Hotch is the #1 contender for the TNA International Championship. Mustafa Ali has Jason Hotch flag down Daria Rae to tell her that it is a rib.
As per the Bioflex Injury Report: Elayna Black is in evaluation after being attacked by Xia Brookside, but is not expected to miss any ring time. "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth is in incredible, perfect condition. Moose is in evaluation for an injury to his rib, but is not expected to miss any ring time.
The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy) beat The Righteous (Vincent and Dutch) in The Righteous Deletion. After the match, The Hardys cleanse The Righteous in the Lake of Reincarnation, and Matt Hardy declares this to be a new chapter for The Hardys.
Backstage, Jason Hotch is met by Leon Slater, who asks Hotch if he is really going to listen to Mustafa Ali and that everyone has voted for him, saying that it is his time. Slater tells Hotch that he is in his own way, then he leaves. Hotch is about to knock on management's door when he gets an awaited phone call.
Jada Stone beats Alisha Edwards with a jackknife pin to advance in the TNA Knockouts Television Championship Tournament. After the match, Alisha attacks Jada, but Eddie has to make the save when Jada fights back again.
Backstage, Jason Hotch catches up with Mustafa Ali, who is not happy that Hotch disobeyed his command. Hotch then says that he talked to his wife, who has told him everything he has had to put up with and that he has a family to support. He then tells Mustafa Ali that he will see him next week.
"The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth retains the TNA World Championship against KC Navarro.
Jackson Drake beats Jordan Oasis and Lince Dorado in a Play-In Triple Threat Match for the Evolve Championship. During the match, Brad Baylor tries to pull Lince Dorado out of the ring but fails, and that leads to Lince Dorado chasing both Baylor and "The Smoke Show" Ricky Smokes to the back before Jackson Drake hits Jordan Oasis with The Unaliving for the win and the title shot.
Backstage, The High Ryze (Tyson Dupont and Tyriek Igwe) talk about their match with Cappuccino Jones and Jack Cartwheel. Tyson says they are quick and exciting, but Tyriek says they are not explosive and powerful like they are. He says it will be their power vs. Cappuccino and Cartwheel's speed, and Tyson says they will run into a brick wall. Tyriek says speed vs. power will apply pressure and that the pressure will make Cappuccino and Cartwheel explode.
We hear from It's Gal, who is poolside at home after a workout. He calls Troy Yearwood "a Gal wannabe" and says he has the best physique, not Yearwood, and gives him his first and final warning to stay out of his way, as "when you're in mint condition, there is no competiton."
Jackson Drake shows up unannounced and says that weeek after week, The Vanity Project (Brad Baylor, "The Smoke Show" Ricky Smokes, Jackson Drake, "The Real Deal" Zayda Steel, Bryce Donovan) have proven that they are the hottest thing going on Evolve in more ways that one and that they are just getting started. Drake says he will bring more drip to The Vanity Project next week when he wins the Evolve Championship, then Edris Enofé shows up and says he finds it hilarious that Drake calls himself the hottest thing going when he is standing here right now. He says that next week is a moment he has waited for for a very long time, as he has worked for the last four years to keep this from slipping through his fingers. He then tells Drake that he is leaving empty-handed when he leaves with the title, then "Super" Sean Legacy shows up. Legacy brings up The Vanity Project recruiting the help of Lexis King to keep him from competing in the Fatal 4-Way for the Evolve Championship, and while Lexis King was the better man that night, he is still standing. Legacy tells Enofé that he respects his journey, but they both have an opportunity waiting and that he has waited eight years and fought up the food chain to start his legacy and become Evolve Champion. Jackson Drake says he is tired of listening to Enofé and Legacy, and says that neither of them are qualified like he is. As he leaves, he backs into Keanu Carver. Enofé and Legacy approach Drake, then they and Carver all get a free punch to the face before referees show up to restore order.
Backstage, Chuey Martinez interviews Cappuccino Jones and Jack Cartwheel. Cappuccino says the pot is hot and extra large tonight, and while The High Ryze (Tyson Dupont and Tyriek Igwe) are big, they cannot hit what they cannot catch. Cartwheel says it is their speed against their power, and Cappuccino says the gameplan is "stick and move." Cappuccino says they have a triple shot of energy ready to hit them in the mouth and that he and Cartwheel are about to turn Evolve on its head.
The High Ryze (Tyson Dupont and Tyriek Igwe) beat Cappuccino Jones and Jack Cartwheel. During the match, Wes Lee shows up in Tyson and Tyriek's corner.
Backstage, Prime Minister Stevie Turner meets with Leigh Laurel, the newest signee to the Evolve Women's Division. She now goes by the name Jin Tala, and she signs her Evolve contract as Carlee Bright shows up. Stevie Turner tells Carlee Bright that there will be nobody at ringside for the Fatal 4-Way Match for the Evolve Women's Championship, which Carlee Bright totally understands. Carlee is then introduced to Jin Tala, who will be her opponent next week. Carlee and Jin Tala shake hands.
Backstage, Natalya announces that she will be watching the women's Fatal 4-Way Match for the Evolve Women's Champonship tonight and that she will be awarding the championship to the winner of the match.
Backstage, we hear from The High Ryze (Wes Lee, Tyriek Igwe, Tyson Dupont). Tyriek says power beats speed everytime, but Tyson admits that Cappuccino Jones and Jack Cartwheel are pretty fast and that training with the fastest makes it so that they do not stand a chance. Wes Lee states that Tyriek and Tyson have been causing a ruckus in Evolve and that he has arrived to see what the noise is about. He says that Cappuccino Jones and Jack Cartwheel has plenty of potential, but that potential does not measure up to theirs, and if they have a problem, they can see him next week. Tyson says they have not seen the last of them, then The High Ryze leave to celebrate.
Kali Armstrong beats Wendy Choo, Kendal Grey and Kylie Rae in a Fatal 4-Way Elimination Match to become the first-ever Evolve Women's Champion! After the match, Kali Armstrong snatches the championship from Natalya's hands and celebrates in the ring to end the show.
The roster of Evolve lines the ring as Evolve Prime Minster Stevie Turner makes an announcement. In front of Stevie is a table with two championship belts covered in their own individual mantles. She says that for over two months, the roster has been fighting to show their skill in order to one day make it to NXT, and in addition to those NXT dreams, the women will be fighting to become the WWE Evolve Women's Champion. The women's championship, which is then revealed, will be decided in just three weeks in a Fatal 4-Way Elimination Match. She then announces that while everyone has impressed her, three women have stood out: Kali Armstrong, Kendal Grey and Wendy Choo. She announces that there is one more spot up for grabs, and she wants one of the women to take it. As for the men, she reveals the WWE Evolve Championship, which will receive its first holder in four weeks' time. "Super" Sean Legacy's name is the first mentioned, and this leaves to Keanu Carver and Harlem Lewis confronting each other in the ring, and Swipe Right (Brad Baylor and "The Smoke Show" Rick Smokes) tries to attack them only to get thrown out of the ring for their efforts. Gallus (Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, Wolfgang) show up, and their brawl leads to the rest of the men on the roster going at it. Kali and Kendal get in the ring and brawl, and this leads to the rest of the women getting in the ring trying to break the brawl up until referees show up, by which point Kali has hit Kendal with a chop block.
We see a video package of Wendy Choo's path of destruction in Evolve.
Backstage, Chuey Martinez interviews Summer Sorrell. Summer admits she is nervous, but being on Evolve is the biggest fream come true. She admits Wendy Choobeing her first-ever opponent is a nightmare, but she hopes to use fear as fuel to succeed, and when she gets in the ring, the temperature is about to heat up.
Backstage, Nikkita Lyons meets with Evolve Prime Minster Stevie Turner and finds out that she will face Kendal Grey in tonight's main event. Nikkita is then met by "The Real Deal" Zayda Steel, who proclaims that Jackson Drake will take down Drako Knox before trying to talk into the fourth spot of the women's Fatal 4-Way Elimination Match. Stevie tells Zayda that she will have to work for it. Nikkita Lyons takes Zayda's willingness to talk business as part of "a potential collab," and the two of them leave the room.
Wendy Choo beats Summer Sorrell by submission with the Dirt Nap. After the match, Wendy Choo is about to give Summer a makeover when Kylie Ray shows up and fights Wendy. Kyle hits a superkick and sends Wendy into a retreat.
Lexis King pulls up in front of the arena.
Lexis King heads to the ring. He proclaims that he has finally arrived in Evolve, as once upon a time, he was eager to debut for Evolve before he was a big star and that it was the place to be. He says that Evolve is a portal to NXT and a new place where new things are happening, fresh faces are coming in, and spotlights are being shined on new talent, and nobody knows more about the spotlight than he does, which is why he is here right now. Lexis wants a taste of the spotlight, and informs the locker room that he is "the portal," and nobody comes and goes from his kingdom without his say. Suddenly, "Super" Sean Legacy shows up and welcomes King to Evolve, then tells him the fans decide who is a WWE Superstar and that he will not let King disrespect the locker room. He also says that he is nobody special and that he has made the sacrifices to make it this far in his career and that he will not let someone like Lexis King cut Evolve down. Lexis challenges Legacy to a match, and both men shake hands on it. When Legacy tries to leave, King refuses to let go, and tells him he has a long way to go to becoming king.
Backstage, Carlee Bright meets with Kendal Grey, who states that she will face Nikkita Lyons tonight and that she will do it alone as she is checked on in the medical room.
Backstage, Keanu Carver hunts down Gallus (Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, Wolfgang) when Evolve Prime Minster Stevie Turner tells him that they have heard he was looking for him and have since left the building. Harlem Lewis shows up also looking for Gallus, and gets the same news. Stevie then tells them that if they want a shot at Gallus, they will get it next week as a team, and that they will have to be a team if they want Gallus. Carver and Harlem argue with each other again.
Jackson Drake beats Drako Knox.
Backstage, Chuey Martinez interviews Javier Bernal. Bernal talks about how he was on the shelf for eight months wondering if he would ever come back, then he heard about Evolve and saw it as a place to hit the ground running. He says he is no longer "Big Body Javi," and that he never really was, and that after being part of a metalcore band, he has a new energy to bring to Evolve and he feels comfortable in his own skin. It's Gal shows up and says nobody cares, and says he should be interviewed instead before walking off. Bernal says he has found his next opponent.
Backstage, Lexis King runs into The Vanity Project (Brad Baylor, "The Smoke Show" Ricky Smokes, Jackson Drake, Bryce Donovan, "The Real Deal" Zayda Steel). Lexis King says he has been impressed with them, and Jackson Drake says that they look forward to Lexis knocking "Super" Sean Legacy off his perch. Bryce Donovan tells King to let them know if he needs anything. King tells them that he will see them next week.
Nikkita Lyons beats Kendal Grey after Nikkita targets Kendal's left knee throughout the match and Kendal's knee gives out on her. After the match, Kali Armstrong rushes into the ring and puts Kendal in a stretch muffler on the left knee, and referees show up to break the hold and hold Armstrong back as the show ends.
We hear from Kylie Rae, who reveals that the teddy bear that Wendy Choo gave Zarah Zacker last week is really her own son's teddy bear and that she has no idea how Wendy got it. She says that her son has been crying every single night, and that this ends between her and Wendy tonight.
"The Real Deal" Zayda Steel beats Layla Diggs.
Tyson Dupont and Tyriek Igwe beat Aaron Rourke and Freedom Ramsay.
Next week: Prime Minster Stevie Turner has a major announcement!
Wendy Choo beats Kylie Rae by submission with the Dirt Nap after ripping the head off of Kylie's son's teddy bear, which causes Kylie to briefly become enraged and punch at Wendy before becoming subsceptible to the Dirt Nap as she looks at the bear. Afterwards, Wendry draws a frown across Kylie's face with a black marker.
Backstage, Chuey Martinez interviews Kali Armstrong. Armstrong says she knew she would win the women's Fatal 4-Way Match and that she is looking forward to winning the rumored Women's Evolve Championship. She says the locker room had better watch out, and that she wants to be not only the first champion, but also the best. She tells all the kids out there to dream big and then go do it, and that she dares somebody to put her fire out because she is here to burn the house down.
Haze Jameson is in the VIP Section before the next match.
Keanu Carver and Harlem Lewis beat Swipe Right (Brad Baylor and "The Smoke Show" Ricky Smokes). After the match, a few more referees show up when Carver and Lewis get into a verbal altercation.
Backstage, Gallus (Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, Wolfgang) tell Prime Minister Stevie Turner that they want a fight with Keanu Carver and Harlem Lewis.
We get a closer look at "The Real Deal" Zayda Steel, who talks about how she is always ready for the spotlight and how she has become the very first WWE ID prospect after having fought everyone and being prepared for anything.
Brinley Reece beats "The Real Deal" Zayda Steel. During the match, Jackson Drake is seen in the VIP Section. After the match, Swipe Right (Brad Baylor and "The Smoke Show" Ricky Smokes) show up to help Zayda to the back.
Backstage, Kylie Rae is met by Zara Zakher as she gets mentally ready for Wendy Choo. Zara tells Kylie to focus on Wendy Choo and look her in the eye.
We get a closer look at Luca Crusifino, consigliere to The D'Angelo Family (Tony D'Angelo, Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo, Crusifino, Adrianne Rizzo). He states that Tony D'Angelo has given him his blessing to come to Evolve and push the family's influence on the show. He says he is here to make a statement as well as a name for himself.
Keanu Carver beats Luca Crusifino.
Chantel Monroe beats Masyn Holiday with a schoolkid pin after grabbing the tights. Chuey Martinez interviews Chantel after the match, and Chantel says winning two matches in Evolve is not surprising because she sees a winner when she looks in the mirror and that winners win championships. She says she has been hearing whispers about the Women's Evolve Championship and that she will be the center of the title conversation.
We see a face-off between Kali Armstrong and Dani Palmer. Palmer admits she misfired on the dive that took Armstrong out and that they are clearly not a good team, but they are here to evolve their talents. Armstrong says Palmer has just described a loser's mentality and is trying to convince herself that she does not suck, and tells her to learn from her mistakes when she is not attached to a partner like her who can actually win. Palmer warns Armstrong that she will have a short career and lots of enemies with that mindset, but Armstrong says she is doing absolutely fine and will continue to do so as long as she is not handcuffed to "a poor excuse for a consolation prize" like Palmer. Palmer says Armstrong reeks of insecurity and is trying to push all her buttons to get her to lash out, but it is not going to work and that she is saving it all for the ring because Armstrong is writing checks that her skills cannot cash.
Harlem Lewis beats Joe Coffey after Coffey inadvertently punches the ring post on the outside.
Wendy Choo beats Kylie Rae by submission with the Dirtnap.
Stevie Turner announces on behalf of NXT General Manager Ava that tonight's main event contains two men that the fans are very familiar with: Riley Osborne and Oro Mensah, who are now part of the Evolve roster. Also, WWE ID prospect Kylie Rae will face Zara Zakher. She also announces that there is no telling who else will show up tonight.
Carlee Bright and Kendal Grey are in the VIP section. They are soon met by It's Gal, who insists on sitting between them.
We get a closer look at Harlem Lewis, who says that he is about nothing but aggression and that the cameras are always on him. He says he cannot stand people who do not work hard and that he cannot stand people who are soft, and that he has never taken crap from other people. He states that he has been a champion in football and that he will be a champion in wrestling, and asks what will stop him.
We get a closer look at Braxton Cole, who talks about his history in college football and how WWE asked him to try out only to make the cut to his own surprise. He says he has always wanted to support his family and that he sees himself as having a stronger mind over others, which he feels will set him apart from everyone else.
Harlem Lewis quickly beats Braxton Cole. After the match, Chuey Martinez interviews Harlem Lewis, who says that he is hear to beat ass and that nobody in the locker room can touch him. As he asks if this is the best he can get, he is approached by Keanu Carver, and referees have to stand between them. Suddenly, It's Gal takes the microphone and introduces himself, stating that next week, he will face Keanu Carver, and says that "when you're in mint condition, there is no competition." Keanu Carver gets in the ring and demands the match right now, and one of the referees rings the bell.
Keanu Carver beats It's Gal.
We get a closer look at Kylie Rae. She says that she is a big ball of positive energy and that she was raised on WWE, and that she never thought she would be here. She says that she took the long way and that it makes her appreciate this more, and that she has the motivation to keep everyone happy, including herself.
Peter Rosenberg interviews Carlee Bright and Kendal Grey in the VIP section. Carlee says that they still have their battle scars from last week, but they are here to see what the competition has in store. Kendal Grey says there is no competition in Evolve as she will show good she is, which Carlee Bright corrects with a "we." Suddenly, Zayda Steel suddenly shows up wanting to know why she does not have a match, then sits in the VIP section.
We get a closer look at Zara Zakher. She says she is a small person, but that has never limited her. She says that everything she has gone through has shaped her into the person she is now. Zara mentions her background in acting, gymnastics, dance and cheerleading since a young age, then says that she gets in the ring, she shows up and she is herself.
Zara Zakher beats Kylie Rae with a Sunset Flip out of the Fireman's Carry position. During the match, Zayda Steel complains about not having a match in the VIP section, which leads to everyone booing her. After the match, Chuey Martinez interviews Zara Zakher, who says that her victory was indeed an upset, as she beat one of the best in Kylie Rae, and that she will use this victory as a stepping stone to move up the ranks, and next time, it will be "straight dubs." She then stops Kylie Rae to tell her that she respects her, then Zayda Steel jumps the barricade to complain about the good sportsmanship. When Wendy Choo arrives, Zayda immediately runs away. Wendy Choo then hands a bear carrying a note, which Kylie reads.
We get a closer look at Aria Bennett, who mentions her background in acting and gymnastics and her time in WOW: Women of Wrestling before trying out successfully for WWE.
Wendy Choo beats Aria Bennett by submission with a sleeper hold. After the match, Wendy Choo places a black blanket over Bennett and leaves. After the match, Brinley Reece talks with Kendal Grey and Carlee Bright about their match last week, and mentions that Kali Armstrong may not have been at the top of her game before talking about her match next week.
We hear form Javier Bernal, who has not been seen on WWE programming in months, in a face-off with Luca Crusifino. Bernal admits he lost his cool last week and that he just wants Evolve to be a brand new start after being injured for months and second-guessing himself from sitting on the sidelines, and asks how he can move forward if he is being judged by his past, especially when he has nothing against Crusifino or The D'Angelo Family (Tony D'Angelo, Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo, Crusifino, Adrianne Rizzo). He says that Luca Crusifino's message of "If I know you, I'm not worried about you" from last week may not have been aimed at him, but he still could not let that go. Crusifino says he was not talking about him because he does not think about him, as Bernal is not a threat simply because he cannot get out of his own way, and he does not need to take him out because he does it to himself. Bernal agrees, saying this is a brand new start for him, and that he will fight for the rest of his life if he has to in order to show the world that he has changed. Crusifino says this is just words and that without action, his words are meaningless. Bernal asks for the chance to prove that he has changed with a one-on-one match. Crusifino accepts the challenge, but reminds Bernal that he asked for this.
We see a video pakcage for the WWE ID program.
Jack Cartwheel, Cappuccino Jones and "Super" Sean Legacy are in the VIP section. Kali Armstrong shows up looking for Carlee Bright and Kendal Grey.
Oro Mensah beats Riley Osborne. After the match, Swipe Right (Brad Baylor and "The Smoke Show" Ricky Smokes) are seen running out from backstage, where it is revealed that Gallus (Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, Wolfgang) are out of control.
Carlee Bright, Kendal Grey and Layla Diggs beat Wendy Choo, Kali Armstrong and Lainey Reid in a six-woman tag match.
Backstage, Dante Chen says he has mixed emotions. He says it is great to be part of NXT Level Up's final match, but he is nervous and has a lot to live up. He says he is proud of everything he has achieved on the show, and his legacy means he has to win tonight, and he will do his best to ensure he has his hand raised as the one and only gatekeeper of NXT.
We look back on some of the WWE Superstars who got started on NXT Level Up.
Dante Chen beats beats Keanu Carver, Harlem Lewis and Kale Dixon in a gauntlet match. When Carver is defeated, he plants Dante with a monster spinebuster before Harlem Lewis enters the match, and Harlem Lewis nearly wins as soon as he gets in the ring. Near the end of the match, Kale Dixon goes for the Gentle Touch, but Dante Chen superkicks him, hits him with a big boot and hits him with a Gentle Touch that turns him inside out for the pin and the win to bring NXT Level Up to a close.
Wendy Choo beats Dani Palmer by submission after countering the twisting senton with a sleeper hold.
In footage from earlier today, Sarah Schreiber interviews Oro Mensah. Oro says Niko Vance is one of the fastest rising stars in NXT and has a ton of potential, but he keeps listening to Shawn Spears. Oro then says he plans to kick some sense into Vance.
Backstage during the break, Dani Palmer says she would be lying if she said she is not upset. She says this year has been tough and frustrating, as she knows she has what it takes but cannot string victories together. She says she is exhausted and that something has to change, and that she will do everything to figure out what it is.
Jordynne Grace and Masha Slamovich beat Tasha Steelz and Alisha Edwards with a sleeper from Masha to Alisha.
Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Samantha Evans, who says that she attack Lei Ying Lee because she has sat at home and watched people like her be treated like a deal when she is a big deal. She says that she is done waiting for opportunities and that she will be taking them.
Rosemary beats Wendy Choo in a no-disqualification match.
We see a never-before-seen match between Mustafa Ali and Mike Santana from June 15, 2024. During the match, Champagne Singh clotheslines Santana as he chases after Mustafa Ali, then Director of Authority Santino Marella shows up and turns the match into a tag team match. Singh becomes Mustafa's tag team partner, while Santana's partner is revealed to be Joe Hendry.
Mike Santana and Joe Hendry beat Mustafa Ali and Champagne Singh. After the match, Frankie Kazarian attacks both Santana and Hendry, and Mustafa and Singh join in. Suddenly, Rhino shows up, and Kazarian and Rhino brawl as everyone else gets out of the ring. Rhino soon hits Kazarian with a Gore.
Backstage, we hear from Steve Maclin, who calls "The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander "nothing more than a chickenshit" and that he knew his true colors then and now. He says Alexander may have won at Bound For Glory, but he did not beat him, and he promises that this is far from over.
Backstage, The Rascalz (Trey Miguel and Zachary Wentz) are disappointed with their recent loss and accept that they are in for an uphill battle. They then climb up a set of bleachers back into the treehouse. After the commercial break, The Rascalz are back in the the treehouse. They then notice the empty third seat and briefly mention Wes Lee's betrayal, then get high.
Joe Hendry shows up on the stage and brings up "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth being interested in his career after last week's backstage confrontation, and says he has made a custom music video to celebrate the accolades in Ryan Nemeth's career. He sarcastically states that there is a lot to go through and that he has network permission to go long if they need to. The song ends up being eleven seconds long, with the only accolade being the brother of "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth. Hendry then states that there will be another chapter added next week when Ryan Nemeth faces him in the ring, and that Ryan will find out just like his brother why the fans will always chant "We believe" no matter what he obstacles throws his way.
Backstage, Mike Santana is met by Fir$t Cla$$ (AJ Francis and KC Navarro). Santana tells them to think before they speak, and AJ Francis says he has nothing but respect for Santana, then says it pays to have friends and invites Santana to join them. Santana says he warned them and that he came to TNA with his own vision, then asks why he needs Fir$t Cla$$ before walking off. AJ Francis says "You can't help some people," then tells KC Navarro to take care of this.
Jody Threat beats Heather by Elegance after Dani Luna takes care of Ash by Elegance and personal concierge George Iceman on the apron.
Moose beats "Speedball" Mike Bailey with four Spears to become the TNA X Division Champion! After the match, Trent Seven shows up to check on Speedball and hugs him, then raises his hand before hitting him with a low blow followed by a Seven Star Lariat. He then chokes Speedball out with his towel and tosses him out of the ring. Trent then tears his Speedball Mountain shirt and throws it at Speedball to end the show.
Here are the must-see moments from tonight's show!
Backstage, Tatum Paxley wheels out a coffin on her way to the ring and she says that we will find out what is going on Halloween Havoc eventually.
Tatum Paxley beats Wendy Choo in a Casket Match after blasting her with a fire extinguisher, which causes Wendy to fall through a bed and break it in half.
Trick Williams heads to the ring. He talks about how he retained at Halloween Havoc and says that he is in pain after "All Ego" Ethan Page managed to put him through pain, then addresses Ridge Holland jumping him after the match. He then says that he knows that Bubba Ray Dudley is in the ring and asks him to come to the ring. Bubba Ray shows up, and Trick thanks him for having his back, but Bubba says he was just doing the right thing and it was about Ridge Holland's disrespect towards others. Bubba talks about how he heard the people cheer for Trick, and while Trick was getting beaten up, he was looking at the entranceway while one person did not show up to help Trick due to Trick being NXT Champion. He says that the title symbolizes what the locker room aspires to be and tells him that he must have eyes in the back of his head. Trick says he hears Bully, and that he wants revenge on Ethan and Ridge and he knows Bully does do. After Trick says he has never seen Bully in the ring personally until now, Trick says he wants to tag with Bully against Ethan and Ridge in the 2300 Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Bully says he has only known Trick for three minutes and yet he has gotten his juices flowing and thinking about going extreme like he did back in the day, then says it is about Trick and the rest of the locker room who do it better than anyone else right now, not him. He says he cannot take anyone else's spot, and while he appreciates it, he has to say no. Backstage, General Manager Ava speaks with Rob Van Dam, who talks about his memory with Bubba Ray Dudley and is more than happy to be at the 2300 Arena. Rob Van Dam leaves, then Kelani Jordan shows up wanting a one-on-one rematch for the NXT Women's North American Championship. Nikkita Lyons steps in and tells Kelani she had her chance, and Kelani says she'll beat Nikkita first and then face Fallon.
Backstage, Shawn Spears speaks with Brooks Jensen, and they meet with Tony D'Angelo as Adrianna Rizzo leaves saying she has business to attend to. Luca Crusifino and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo show up with a voice message for D'Angelo, and Spears and Jensen leave. The voice message is from someone named Mickey, who says that he is disrespected by finding out about D'Angelo heading to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania second-hand. D'Angelo says he will take care of Mickey in Philadelphia. It is revealed on commentary during the next match that the voice on the other end was Nunzio aka Little Guido.
Charlie Dempsey retains the NXT Heritage Cup Championship against Lexis King with two straight falls (2-0). Charlie Dempsey gets the first fall with 0:37 (thirty-seven seconds) left in Round 1 with a German suplex bridge pin that Lexis cannot kick out of. During Round 2, Lexis King hurts his left knee on an awkward landing after Charlie Dempsey throws him over the top rope, and the match is briefly stopped with less than a minute in Round 2 to check on Lexis King, who makes the decision to continue the match. Charlie Dempsey scores the second and deciding fall with :05 (five seconds) left in Round 3 with a chop block and a German suplex bridge pin after Lexis' cornerman William Regal hands brass knuckles to Lexis only for Lexis to refuse them, saying he is not his father.
We hear from Lola Vice, who says that she gets Jaida Parker next week in a hardcore match and that she will use her MMA skills on Jaida with no reservation. She also says that Dawn Marie is not going to need to count the pinfall when she knocks Jaida Parker out.
Zaria beats Brinley Reece in her NXT debut. After the match, The Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley, Jazmyn Nyx) show up angry that Zaria stole their moment at Halloween Havoc, and Fallon Henley says that Zaria will learn not to mess with them. Roxanne Perez and Cora Jade show up and congratulate Fallon on becoming champion, then offers to join them in "welcoming Zaria to NXT." Kelani Jordan shows up to stand with Zaria, but the two of them are soon joined by Stephanie Vaquer and Giulia, who in turn are joined by Jordynne Grace. This starts a five-on-five brawl, and Zaria and company make quick work of Roxanne, Cora and The Fatal Influence.
Kelani Jordan beats Nikkita Lyons after Lyons is distracted by Adrianna Rizzo taking off her earrings, revealing that it was Nikkita who attacked her backstage. After the match, Adrianna attacks Nikkita, and after Kelani pulls Adrianna off Lyons only to find out that Lyons attacked her, Kelani lets Adrianna go at it with Lyons again as referees and security show up.
"All Ego" Ethan Page is in the ring. He says he is not finished with the NXT Championship when Ridge Holland suddenly shows up to tell Ethan that everyone is sick and tired of him before ensuring that Trick Williams will not be champion for much longer when he knocks him off his throne and takes his title. Ridge says Trick knows this and asked Bubba Ray Dudley to do his dirty work only for Bubba to make the smartest decision of his life. Bubba shows up and says it is time that he and Ridge had a little talk. He says that before Halloween Havoc, he did not know a lot about Ridge, but in the past 48 hours, he has learned a lot, and says Ridge has commanded the conversation on Busted Open Radio and that no matter where he turns, people talk about Ridge. He says that Ridge is "one hell of a rugby player...tough, fast, agile" and that he could go on about what others told him, even about how Ridge came back after injury in only eight months, then says this is where the respect ends. He then asks Ridge if he knows who he is before telling him he is part of one of the best tag teams of all time and has more titles than Ridge has had title opportunities. He says it is debatable that Ridge deserves a title shot while Ethan deserves nothing, and says the fans will need to see a lot more of Ridge if he wants a shot at the NXT Championship. Ridge says nobody cares what Bubba says anymore, as he is just a radio host and a nostalgia act, and tells him to go watch some ECW, revel in his pride and complain about the current superstars before he ends up in the hospital. Bubba hits Ridge in the face, and Ethan attacks Bubba from behind before Ridge joins in. Suddenly, Trick shows up and makes the save for Bubba Ray, and Trick and Bubba stand tall. Bully then makes it known that he is teaming with Trick Williams next week.
Backstage in the women's locker room, Zaria, Giulia, Stephanie Vaquer, Jordynne Grace and Kelani Jordan are focused on their ten-woman tag match next week when Rhea Ripley shows up, saying she is looking forward to their match before telling them to blow the roof off.
We hear from Jaida Parker, who says that Lola Vice's idea of a hardcore match is a lot different from hers and that she will pull all the stops against Lola next week. She says that if Dawn Marie gets in her way, she will learn that she does no play.
Backstage, Robert Stone and Stevie Turner talk with General Manager Ava about next week's show. As Eddy Thorpe meets with them, we find out that Rhea Ripley has been attacked near her car in the parking lot by Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez.
Nathan Frazer and Axiom retain the NXT Tag Team Championships against Je'Von Evans and Cedric Alexander after Wes Lee shows up and Je'Von Evans takes him out before the two of them brawl their way to the back.
Backstage, referees try to break up the brawl between Je'Von Evans and Wes Lee, and security and General Manager Ava have to intervene. Rob Van Dam shows up and says he has an idea of what to do next week, then leaves before Je'Von and Wes Lee brawl again.
AJ Francis beats Frankie Kazarian, Laredo Kid, Jason Hotch, Jake Something and Sami Callihan in a six-way match to determine who enters the Call Your Shot Gauntlet Match at #1 and #20. Sami Callihan hits Frankie Kazarian with a Cactus Driver '97, but Francis breaks the pinfall attempt and picks the bones. As per pre-match stipulation, Francis enters the Call Your Shot Gauntlet Match at #20, while Kazarian enters at #1.
Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Jonathan Gresham. Gresham says for the last two years, his bad days have outnumbered his good days, but that was until he "remembered who the fuck [he was]," and now he is driven to reclaim everything he has lost. He does not care about what "The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander is going through; all he cares about is their match and his personal comeback.
We hear from Mike Santana, who shows the fans the Lower East Side of New York City and the huge impact it made on his life.
Ash By Elegance and personal concierge George Iceman head to the ring. A table with champagne in punch bowls is nearby as Iceman announces their launch party for the new Heather Reckless. Heather - who now goes by the name "Heather by Elegance" - shows up with blond hair, a black dress and black heels, and the fans do not approve of the makeover. Heather is then shown her makeover by George Iceman, and she likes what she sees. Iceman then says they should celebrate Heather's makeover with champagne, but the toast is spoiled by Xia Brookside. Xia says Ash and company have outdone themselves, saying their launch party is as fake as them, then mentions that karma has a funny way of catching up with them for their recent actions. Suddenly, Ash and Heather are nearly drop kicked into the champagne by Brinley Reece, and she and Xia dunk their faces into the punch bowls.
"The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander beats Jonathan Gresham after hitting Gresham with his headgear outside of the referee's field of vision. After the match, The Northern Armor attacks Gresham, but Steve Maclin rushes into the ring with a metal folding chair. The numbers game eventually takes over, and Alexander hits Maclin in the gut and back with the chair. The Northern Armory (Alexander, Judas Icarus, Travis Williams) then gang up on Maclin and ziptie Maclin's hands behind his back before security shows up. Alexander continues to attack Maclin, but Maclin still smiles defiantly, even as Alexander is about to hit him with the chair. Cody Deaner, Ace Steel and Sami Callihan then show up, and The Northern Armory walk off.
Mike Santana shows the fans The Bronx as he talks about how he calls the place home and how he learned how to survive. He says he should not be here after all that he has been through, and that he should be either dead or in jail. He says that Moose has forgotten where he came from while he has stayed true to his home and people, and that he can see the fear in Moose's eyes. He also says Moose will have no choice but to face his fears at Bound For Glory.
Wendy Choo beats Jody Threat after Rosemary throws Wendy's pillow into the ring to distract Jody.
Backstage, we hear from The System (Alisha Edwards, Eddie Edwards, Brian Myers, Moose, JDC). Eddie says that tonight is a taste of what will happen at Full Metal Mayhem, and Myers says they like their lights the brightest. JDC says he has called his shot for 20 years, and Moose says there is a thin line between courage and pity, and at Bound For Glory, he will make Mike Santana look like a dumbass. He says he still has the streets in him and that he was destined to be a generational talent, and that he will beat Santana at Bound For Glory.
The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy) and ABC ("Inevitable" Ace Austin and Chris Bey) beat The System (Eddie Edwards, Brian Myers, Moose, JDC) in an eight-man tag match. After the match, The System go back on the attack, then Mike Santana shows up with a chain in his hands and fights his way to Moose. Alisha Edwards hits Santana from behind with a shinai, and it allows Moose to boot a distracted Santana in the face and choke him with his own chain. Eddie and Myers slam Chris Bey into two metal folding chairs in the middle of the ring. After Eddie and Myers take out Jeff Hardy, The System and Alisha Edwards stand tall in the ring.
Director of Authority Santino Marella oversees a double world title contract signing. Masha Slamovich and Joe Hendry are introduced first, followed by Jordynne Grace and "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth. Masha grabs the microphone and says she has already said everything there is to be said, and calls tonight a full circle moment for her, as three years ago, she signed her very first TNA contract in Nashville, Tennessee. Tonight, she signs the contract for her match, and it will make her the Knockouts World Champion when she finally beats Jordynne Grace. Masha signs her match's contract. Jordynne says she is happy for Masha, and says they have signed a contract before and that they both know how this plays out. She says that nothing has changed, and she is sorry she has to beat Masha again. Jordynne signs her match's contract. Joe Hendry says a lot of people think this is "an overnight sensation," but this is really an eleven-year journey to get to this point. He says he saw a champion in Nemeth a few years ago, then mentions his WWE cameo as a lawyer before mentioning their match contract. He says that back then, nobody knew his name, but now, people not only know who he is, but they believe in him and believe that there will be a new face of TNA. Joe then signs his match's contract. Nemeth tells Hendry he must focus only on him, as he does not want Hendry to listen to any naysayers. He tells Hendry that he will be in the ring with the best and that he does not plan on losing. Nemeth signs his match's contract. Before Santino can wish everyone a good night, Frankie Kazarian shows up and calls himself "the real star of the show" and says everyone in the ring is overrated. He then mentions how he became the special guest referee for the World Championship match at Bound For Glory: completing a full course at the Earl Hebner Referee Academy, obtaining a referee license and going to the Anthem executives. Kazarian brags about using his TNA tenure to get over Santino Marella's head and how the Anthem executives unanimously agreed on making him special guest referee, then tells Jordynne and Masha to be lucky he is not in their match as he would steal their thunder. Everyone at the table stands up, then Kazarian calls Santino "a stooge" as he tells him to hold his sunglasses before telling him his badge will not mean anything when he is the law. Kazarian then addresses Nemeth and Hendry, saying he prides himself on being a very honest man and promises to call their match right down the middle, saying the right man will walk out as World Champion. He then puts his hands on Nemeth's and Hendry's shoulders only to get his head slammed into the table, then Jordynne grabs Kazarian from behind only for everyone in the ring to let Santino have the honors. Kazarian spits in Santino's face, and Santino pulls out the snake sock and gives Kazarian The Cobra. Jordynne, Masha, Hendry and Nemeth all agree to pick up Kazarian and put him through the table before having the customary championship staredowns.
Masha Slamovich, Sol Ruca and Jordynne Grace beat Rosemary, Wendy Choo and Tasha Steelz in a six-woman tag match.
Backstage, Gia Miller interviews "The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander and Sinner and Saint (Judas Icarus and Travis Williams). Alexander says Steve Maclin and Eric Young would not have had what happened if they stayed out of his business, and says they got in his business just to be relevant again. He says that they have done anything noteworthy of late and that they are the past while he looks to the future, which is why he recruited Sinner and Saint, as they have a killer instinct that Young and Maclin do not have and they are the future. Alexander says that the three of them - "The Northern Armory" - will wipe the floor with the TNA locker room.
"The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth heads to the ring. Nemeth says he is feeling good tonight because he loves being the TNA World Champion, and due to recent events, he knows that the main event of Bound For Glory is his title defense against Joe Hendry. Due to Nemeth saying his name, Hendry shows up, then says that this match is not another viral song release or post, but an eleven-year journey to become a world champion, and he gets to face a champion like Nic Nemeth. He says that Nemeth has been champion everywhere he goes, and calls him one of the best to ever lace up a pair of boots, then says that the fans are chanting "We Believe." Nemeth says a lot of people believe in Joe Hendry, who he says has done it the right way, and appreciates the kind words. He says that even Shawn Michaels believes in Hendry, and says that while legends believe in Hendry, John Layfield believes in Ziggler. When Hendry asks how John Layfield will figure into their match, Nemeth says he should worry more about him than Layfield, as he does not plan on losing the World Championship any time soon. Suddenly, Fir$t Cla$$ (AJ Francis and KC Navarro) shows up, and AJ Francis says he and KC Navarro are confused, as they are the event of Bound For Glory, as they are nothing but money. He then says that all the fans in "Trashville, Tennessee" are "country bumpkins," but they still made the show and that he made Joe Hendry, as Joe was "a C+ player" "on the pre-show" before he showed up. After telling the fans to shut up and says that they believe barbeque sauce is toothpaste, he says the fans only started believing when Hendry sang his songs about him. Hendry plays dumb at first before mentioning the songs targeting AJ Francis. AJ Francis says he expected this from Hendry, then says he was here to talk to Nemeth, who he used to have respect for, and states that whatever the event is, Fir$t Cla$$ is always "the perpetual main event." AJ Francis says he expected this from Hendry, then says he was here to talk to Nemeth, who he used to have respect for, and states that whatever the event is, Fir$t Cla$$ is always "the perpetual main event." Nemeth says that he is famously a nice guy and respects what Fir$t Cla$$ has done, and if he could find somebody who could be a tag team partner of his, he would love to prove it to him. Hendry volunteers as only he can, then Director of Authority Santino Marella arrives. Santino likes the idea of a tag team match between both parties and makes it official for tonight.
Backstage, Ash by Elegance and personal concierge George Iceman find out that they have to give Heather Reckless an extreme makeover, and after initially being horrified over what they have to work with, they soon become a lot more enthusiastic.
"The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander beats Eric Young following distractions and interference by Sinner and Saint (Judas Icarus and Travis Williams), which allows Alexander to win with a jackknife pin. After the match, Young attacks Alexander, then fights The Northern Armory (Alexander, Icarus, Williams) only for the numbers game to take over. We then find out that Steve Maclin has been attacked and has had his hands ziptied behind his back backstage as officials look for medical help. Alexander then gets a metal folding chair, wraps it around Eric Young, and Pillmanizes Eric Young with a knee drop from the rope while Icarus and Williams hold Eric Young down.
Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Jordynne Grace as she looks for Masha Slamovich backstage. They both soon find a red-lit room with photos of the women's division crossed out, and the only photo not crossed out is Jordynne's.
Mike Santana heads to the ring. Santana addresses Moose as he says he is sick and tired of having to deliver his message to a camera every week, for where he comes from, people meet face-to-face and put their hands to work just like when he stormed into The System's locker room. He says that he did not expect to come out of that the same, and that he does what he does with intent and purpose, and he wants Moose to know that just when he thinks he is safe, he will come for him at ever angle and turn his world upside-down. Santana then proclaims that when he cost him his purpose of going to Slammiversary for the World title, all he did was create a new purpose: make The System's lives a living hell. Santana then calls Moose out, and Moose shows up and says that after what Santana pulled, he got the best security money could buy in Nashville, Tennessee. He then brings out a few security guards to stand between him and the ring. Moose says that Santana only thinks he is a tough guy and that he is "nothing but a dumbass." Santana tells Moose that he sounds ridiculous due to his sneak attacks, and says Moose is nothing more than "a baby boy bitch." He also says he can smell Moose's fear from the ring and that Moose has every right to fear him, because at one point, he was him, and they have both witnessed the same struggles and had to create something from nothing. Santana says the only difference is that he still walks the same blocks with the same people he grew up, and that he paid the price to get to where he is now, while Moose has forgotten who he is and where he came from. He then dares Moose to get in the ring with him without the security and prove he is the face of the franchise. Moose says he forgot where he came from, and since Santana has been gone, he became a three-time world champion and he did it on his own. Moose says he could beat up Santana right now, then says that when you are good at something, you do not do it for free. He says he is a prizefighter, and if he is going to pick a fight with Santana, he will want a big cut of the money. After he calls Santana a failure from the projects, Santana is attacked from behind by the rest of The System (Eddie Edwards, Brian Myers, JDC). Suddenly, ABC ("Inevitable" Ace Austin and Chris Bey) and The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy) - whose match is supposed to be up next - show up and fight both The System and Moose's security, and clean house. Director of Authority Santino Marella shows up and makes Moose vs. Mike Santana official for Bound For Glory, then tells The System to keep their eyes on the next match, as it has serious Bound For Glory implications.
ABC ("Inevitable" Ace Austin and Chris Bey) vs. The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy) ends with The System (Eddie Edwards and Brian Myers) attacking both teams. After this, Director of Authority Santino Marella puts Eddie and Myers in a three-way match against both The Hardys and ABC for the TNA World Tag Team Championships at Bound For Glory before making the match a Full Metal Mayhem Match.
"Speedball" Mike Bailey guests on commentary for the next match.
Before the next match, Jason Hotch says he can predict the future, and tells the "Tennessee hillbillies" in the crowd that tonight, he will walk through two "ham sandwiches," and next week, he will beat "Speedball" Mike Bailey. After John Skyler whispers in his ear, Hotch proclaims that The Good Hands will become the next X Division Champion, and Skyler states that the division will be in their good hands.
Leon Slater beats Jason Hotch and Laredo Kid to become #1 contender for the X Division Championship next week.
Jordynne Grace heads to the ring. Jordynne calls out Masha Slamovich after being unable to find her backstage, and Masha shows up. Jordynne mentions Masha's "kill wall" being back up and says that she thought we were past that, and Masha says that they became friends after putting the best women's match the TNA fans have ever seen, but since then, Jordynne knew she had to keep her close. She says that Jordynne kept her knowledge of Masha speaking English to be the center of attention, then accepts her challenge and proclaims that when she becomes Knockouts World Champion, she will learn what it is like to live in her shadow. She then hands Jordynne a manila envelope containing a crossed-out pic of herself.
Before the next match, AJ Francis is about to speak when Joe Hendry shows up. When Hendry speaks, KC Navarro punches him in the face, and he and AJ Francis gang up on Hendry before "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth makes the save.
"The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth and Joe Hendry beat Fir$t Cla$$ (AJ Francis and KC Navarro). During the match, Hendry hits AJ Francis with the Danger Zone and Ziggler hits AJ Francis with the Standing Ovation.
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Jordynne Grace's mystery partner is revealed to be Sol Ruca from NXT.
Jordynne Grace and Sol Ruca beat Rosemary and Wendy Choo by disqualification after they are both attacked from behind by Tasha Steelz. After the match, Wendy joins Tasha in attacking Jordynne and Sol Ruca, but Masha Slamovich runs in and chases them both away.
Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Frankie Kazarian. Kazarian asks Gia Miller if she is down with the king before saying "yes" for her, then says that she does not believe in Joe Hendry much like he does not, then says he will beat Hendry tonight and it will be that much sweeter when he gets a world title shot. He also says that he gets to do it in front of "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth and that Nemeth will get a taste of what awaits him in his future as everyone acknowledges him as "The King of TNA."
Jonathan Gresham beats Laredo Kid by submission after smashing Laredo Kid's left knee into the mat.
Backstage, Mike Santana has a chain as the says that The System (Eddie Edwards, Alisha Edwards, Brian Myers, Moose, JDC) is going to get it. He then breaks into their dressing room and goes on the attack.
Zachary Wentz and ABC ("Inevitable" Ace Austin and Chris Bey) beat "Speedball" Mike Bailey, KUSHIDA and Leon Slater in a six-man tag match.
Backstage, Cody Deaner meets with Jake Something and Hammerstone, and tells Jake that he is making all the wrong decisions. Jake Something says he is sick of failure before Deaner tells him Hammerstone is not someone that he should be following. Hammerstone says he and Jake are winners while Deaner is pathetic, then demands Deaner prove otherwise in the ring. Deaner says he does not walk away from family or a fight, and while this may not be the best choice to make, he will be happy to punch Hammerstone in the mouth and do it for the people.
We see a video package of Mike Santana regarding his feud with The System (Eddie Edwards, Alisha Edwards, Brian Myers, Moose, JDC), where he tells them that they are playing in his world and that no matter how long it takes, he will make each of them feel his pain and agony. He says that he fears no man and no evil, as he is "the nastiest ever" and that he is in his playground having fun.
Léi Ying Lee (formerly known as Xia Li in WWE) beats Hyan in her TNA debut.
Backstage, Leon Slater apologizes to "Speedball" Mike Bailey for losing, but Speedball tells that they are in the most competitive division and tells him to keep on going as he is the future of the division.
We hear from ABC ("Inevitable" Ace Austin and Chris Bey). Ace Austin says they are mourning the loss of the TNA World Tag Team Championships to The System (Eddie Edwards and Brian Myers), who keeps bending the rules to get what they want. Chris Bey says they will not let Alisha Edwards' interference slide as they have a chance to win the tag titles back before Ace Austin mentions their contractually obligated rematch. Suddenly, The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy) show up, and Matt Hardy acknowledges their rematch before saying they are also in consideration for tag titles as well as with their victories against The System. He says that no matter who is champion, they will be coming for the tag team titles, and that nothing will stop their train of momentum.
"The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander heads to the ring. Upon the fans chanting "You tapped out," Alexander says he deserves it after doing a lot of questionable things as of late, and says that before Victory Road, he did not believe in Joe Hendry because he felt Hendry did not believe in himself. He says that Hendry got the toughest fight he could give him and that he went out on his shield, and says that the letters "TNA" have made him think about the last six years and what he has been able to do as well as the fans. Alexander also mentions Eric Young talking sense to him and says it has been eating away at him, then invites Eric Young to the ring. Eric Young shows up and heads to the ring. Eric Young calls Josh Alexander "the real walking weapon" and says that respect is earned over a lifetime. He says he has watched Alexander grow up and become one of the best wrestlers in the world under the TNA banner. He says that Alexander is "the lifeblood" of TNA and that it is great to have the real Alexander back, and says that Alexander's heel turn can be a pivotal moment that others can learn from. He says that Hendry believes in himself and that he also believes much like the fans do. Young says that Alexander is a real man for admitting his mistakes and that he did not go down the wrong path, and that the fans love him for it. Alexander then says he is glad to have Eric Young in his life to show him what truly matters, then Eric Young raises Alexander's hand. Young helps Alexander out of the ring, but Alexander allows Young to let him do the honors, which allows him to attack Young from behind. Alexander then says he is exactly who he needs to be, and if Eric Young cannot see that, then he will burn TNA to the ground with him in it. Alexander goes for a C4 Spike, but Steve Maclin shows up and chases Alexander out of the ring. Suddenly, Maclin is attacked from behind by Sinner and Saint (Judas Icarus and Travis Williams), and Alexander joins in before Sinner and Saint pass Maclin over to Alexander for a C4 Spike.
Backstage, Director of Authority Santino Marella tells Steph de Lander about his experiences with getting neck surgery, and tells her to focus on health and says that she should take a break from being backstage at the shows. As Steph asks Santino if he needs another assistant, Matt Cardona shows up saying everyone gets it concerning the neck surgery. Santino says he is getting sick of Cardona, but tells him that if he wants PCO, then he has PCO. Cardona says he is always ready, then Santino says he has PCO in a Monster's Ball Match. Cardona is suddenly reluctant as he backs away.
Heather Reckless beats Xia Brookside with the Rarified Air thanks to the distraction by Ash by Elegance, who shows up mid-match with personal concierge George Iceman.
Backstage, Ash by Elegance and personal concierge are met by Heather Reckless as they wait for their limo. Ash says Heather looks "reckless," and George Iceman says there is something about Heather, but she lacks elegance before the two of them take Heather aside for a makeover.
"The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth guests on commentary for the next match.
Before the next match, Joe Hendry takes the microphone and says he will give Frankie Kazarian an introduction worthy of a championship contender before calling him the winner of the 2024 Antonio Banderas lookalike competition. This also leads to a "Puss In Boots" chant as Hendry mentions a few Antonio Banderas movies, calling him "the dad from Spy Kids" and "Puss in Boots," but when Hendry says Kazarian is not "The King of TNA," Kazarian hits him with a forearm.
Frankie Kazarian beats Joe Hendry to become the number one contender for the TNA World Championship at Bound For Glory after hitting Joe Hendry with brass knuckles...almost. After the match, "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth and another referee tell match referee Daniel Spencer what has happened, then Director of Authority Santino Marella shows up and restarts the match. Despite being dazed from behing hit with brass knuckles, Joe Hendry hits Kazarian with the Standing Ovation to win the match and the title shot. Joe Hendry beats Frankie Kazarian at Bound For Glory.
Kelani Jordan retains the NXT Women's North American Championship against Wren Sinclair after dodging a top rope cross body from Sinclair that ends up hitting Myles Borne and Tavion Heights instead.
We see Trick Williams and Shawn Michaels hyping up NXT in Chicago, Illinois.
"All Ego" Ethan Page holds a press conference. He says that he has always dreamed of being a champion of a company and carrying a company on his back, which he says he does well, and that he has handled the pressure and has been a cut above. Ethan gives him credit where credit is due regarding Trick Williams' resiliency, but he says that resiliency will not be enough for him to become champion. He also guarantees that CM Punk will not be a factor in his NXT Championship match, and says he will make sure of that.
Backstage, CM Punk is talking with Je'Von Evans when Trick Williams shows up. Je'Von leaves, then Trick thanks CM Punk for stepping up as special guest referee and says the last month has been chaotic and that Ethan Page will do what it takes to stay champion. Trick says that he will not go down like that, and Punk says he has seen Trick win and lose the NXT title. While he hopes Trick wins the title back, Punk says there will be no favors given, as he is not playing favorites and he is ensuring the match is fair.
It's time for The Grayson Waller Effect. Tonight's guests are Nathan Frazer and Axiom. At the start of the segment, Theory says that he and Waller are the greatest graduates in NXT history before listing off their collective accomplishments, then they bring out Frazer and Axiom, who they will face for the NXT tag titles. Grayson says that Frazer and Axiom would make great additions to the SmackDown roster, but as individual competitors, as the tag team is not going to last. Frazer says that they are "more than fine," which is more than could be said about A-Town Down Under (Grayson and Theory). Theory takes exception to that comment, and Grayson says that nobody wants them to break up before stating that Frazer and Axiom are done as a team after they beat them for the tag titles. As A-Town Down Under continue to state Frazer and Axiom are better as singles competitors, Axiom says that while they did not plan this, they ended up being the tag team division's gatekeepers, and Frazer that they will send A-Town Down six feet under. Theory says that A-Town Down will put anyone down and that there are levels to this game, as impressive as Frazer and Axiom is. Grayson agrees, saying they have performed under the brightest lights and biggest stages, and that Frazer and Axiom will feel "The Grayson Waller Effect."Frazer asks what "The Grayson Waller Effect" is and asks if it should be "The Grayson Waller and Austin Theory Effect. Theory says that is a good idea, and their argument leads to the two of them hitting Frazer and Axiom with cheap shots.
In backstage footage from earlier today, Lexis King meets with Oro Mensah before their match tonight, saying he has thought long and hard about Oro's situation. They both come to a mutual understanding and end up shaking hands.
We hear from Hank Walker and Tank Ledger, who state that they used to look up to The O.C. (Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson) until recently, and that Gallows and Anderson are about to find out they not only hit first, they hit last.
Backstage, Karmen Petrovic and Brinley Reece get ready for their match when Ashante "Thee" Adonis shows up with a rose in his hand. He tries to hit on everyone in the room, but nobody is having it.
Hank Walker and Tank Ledger beat The O.C. (Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson) after stopping The O.C.'s double team and responding with one of their own.
Backstage, Je'Von Evans talks to Cedric Alexander about his match against Randy Orton in two weeks when A-Town Down Under (Grayson Waller and Austin Theory) show up, saying that Je'Von's chances against Orton are not good. Cedric says Je'Von's chances are better than A-Town Down Under's chances of being tag champs. Je'Von challenges A-Town Down Under to a tag match, then fools them into thinking Kevin Owens is behind them.
Oro Mensah beats Lexis King after Lexis initially uses the ropes for leverage after a jackknife pin and then decides not to before Mensah takes advantage with the exact same move.
We see footage of The D'Angelo Family (Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo, Luca Crusifino, Arianne Rizzo) getting Tony D'Angelo getting ready for Oba Femi with pull-ups, rope climbs, truck pushing, cinderblock smashing and a sparring session with a man about Oba Femi's size.
Ridge Holland beats Riley Osborne despite Osborne stopping himself short during his top rope Shooting Star Press when Ridge gets the feet up to block the attack. After the match, Ridge continues to attack Riley, but Riley fights back. Ridge sends Riley into the ring steps, then grabs the broken barricade piece only to get superkicked. Riley then dives into Ridge from the ring steps, and officials and security have to restore order.
In a post from X (formerly Twitter), The Miz invites Oba Femi and Tony D'Angelo to Miz TV on next week's CW premiere.
Oba Femi holds a press conference. He says Tony D'Angelo can fool everyone, including himself, but he cannot fool him, as he knows he is broken and can see it in his eyes. He then takes no more questions and leaves.
In backstage footage from moments ago, we see a face-to-face between Wes Lee and Zachary Wentz with both men in separate rooms. Wentz says Trey Miguel will watch as he "beats the fuck out of Wes," but Wes says he will put him through the drywall. He then tells Wentz "Make sure Gigi doesn't watch." Wentz tells Wes to keep his fiancée's name out of his mouth. Wentz leaves the room, and when Wes finds out, he leaves his room to find him, and they both soon brawl. Security and officials quickly move into place.
Booker T and Vic Joseph thank the USA Network for almost five years of NXT on behalf of WWE. We then see footage from the last five years of NXT on USA Network.
Backstage, Lola Vice is meeting with General Manager Ava when Jaida Parker shows up. Ava says they both have problems with The Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley, Jazmyn Nyx), and that both of them will get their hands on them in a tag team match. This leads to Lola and Jaida arguing, and Ava says they have a week to figure things out.
Wendy Choo and Rosemary beat Brinley Reece and Karmen Petrovic after Ashante "Thee" Adonis shows up and distracts Karmen Petrovic as he hands a rose to someone in the front row.
Backstage, "All Ego" Ethan Page meets with CM Punk, and admits that he is not thrilled Punk is the special guest referee in his championship match. Punk says he appreciates the honesty, but Ethan says he has seen how Punk conducts himself as a referee and that he is not in the mood for drama, but Punk says that what happened last week was funny at the time because he on a red eye flight with no sleep and that he will not let anything go down. He says that if Ethan is the man like he says he is, he will prove it, and if he wins, he will raise his hand.
The Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley, Jazmyn Nyx) hold a press conference. Fallon says they have decided who among the two of them will be in the ring next week, but no one will know who until next week. Jacy says NXT has the greatest women's division in wrestling, then says that Kelani Jordan does not deserve to be champion before Lola Vice and Jaida Parker break in only for security to hold them back.
A-Town Down Under (Grayson Waller and Austin Theory) beat Cedric Alexander and Je'Von Evans after Nathan Frazer and Axiom show up to confront Grayson Waller, which causes Axiom to pull Frazer off the apron as Frazer has his hand on the top rope, which knocks Je'Von off the top turnbuckle. After the match, Frazer and Axiom argue with A-Town Down Under celebrates.
Trick Williams holds a press conference. Trick says he has held the NXT Championship once and wants to hold it again, as he needs to be the leader as NXT reaches new heights on The CW. He says that he is focused on Ethan Page, who he says always finds a way to get the job done, and that he has to be confident, control his emotions and beat Ethan Page to become champion.
Byron Saxton holds a press conference for Giulia vs. Roxanne Perez for the NXT Women's Championship next week. Giulia answers a question in Japanese, much to Roxanne's chagrin, and Funaki translates, saying Roxanne has shown that she is "The Prodigy," but her time is up. She says she has watched Roxanne come to NXT and carry the brand, but she came to NXT to become Women's Champion. Giulia says she became "The Beautiful Madness" by creating her opportunities, and in Chicago, she will show Roxanne that not is it a new era, but that it is time Roxanne passes the torch to her.Roxanne says she has been a Giulia fan and that she has watched her matches in Japan, and has wondered if their paths would ever cross. She says that this is a dream match for Giulia, who came all the way to NXT for her. Roxanne says that she is the one who deserves to lead NXT into a new era, as she is the one who built the division from the ground up. Giulia says she feels good and that moving to America has been incredible, as everything is new to her. She then say that what is not new is that she is the most feared wrestler in the world, and that NXT get to feel "The Beatiful Madness." Giulia then speaks in Japanese again only for someone else to interrupt, also in Japanese. All of a sudden, Stephanie Vaquer appears on the TitanTron, who asks Guilia what she will do when she appears on the other side of her championship match.
General Manager Ava oversees a contract signing to start tonight's show. She announces that on the St. Louis, Missouri show on October 8th, Sexy Red will appear in NXT again, and that Randy Orton will compete in an NXT ring for the first time ever. As for the Chicago, Illinois show on October 1st, CM Punk will make an announcement, Wes Lee will face Trey Miguel in a street fight, Miz will appear for a special Miz TV, Giulia will face Roxanne Perez for the NXT Women's Championship, and Trick Williams will face "All Ego" Ethan Page for the NXT Championship. Ava then announces that the contract signing right now is for Trick vs. Ethan. Trick is introduced to the ring first, and Trick says that while he is hurting and in pain, it does not change the fact that Pete Dunne is "still a Butch." He says that he and Dunne went to war and that Ethan Page tried to hold him down, but he was still last man standing, and in two weeks, he will make history by beating Ethan for the NXT Championship. Ethan Page shows up to become an absolute buzzkill as Trick and the crowd chants "Whoop that trick," and Ethan says that while Trick has every right to be confident, he is Trick's Kryptonite. Trick says that ever since Ethan stole the NXT Championship from him, he has been running from him, and that the running will stop on October 1st. Ethan says he won and earned the title, and that he still remembers the shock and surprise on everyone's faces, including Trick's, when he won it, and that Trick will have a look of disappointment when he finds out he does not have him figured out and he puts everything to an end. As Trick says that he will be the victor, Ethan kicks Trick in the gut and puts him through the table with the Ego's Edge, then tells Trick that he will not even make it Chicago.
In backstage footage from last week, Tony D'Angelo confronts Hammerstone for not getting the job done. Hammerstone tells D'Angelo that Oba Femi is a beast, and D'Angelo tells Hammerstone that he will go back to General Manager Ava and get a rematch. Hammerstone says that if D'Angelo is the Don of NXT, then he should take care of Oba himself. D'Angelo says he paid him to do a job, and now he will have to take care of him.
It is announced that Saturday Night's Main Event will air Saturday, December 14th from Long Island, New York on NBC and Peacock.
Backstage, General Manager Ava is speaking with Robert Stone and Stevie Turner when they are approached by Je'Von Evans and Cedric Alexander regarding a match on October 8th. Ava says she will get back with them.
Lyra Valkyria and Tatum Paxley beat Wendy Choo and Rosemary.
Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews General Manager Ava and Trick Williams. Ava says the contract is getting signed tonight, as does Trick, and Trick says that when the contract is signed, nothing is holding him back.
Backstage, Charlie Dempsey tells Tavion Heights that he has made a name for himself in Japan and tells him to make him proud. Tavion says he has light bulbs going off, and Dempsey tells him and Myles to take the tag team division by storm. Wren butts in, and Dempsey tells Wren to make a name for herself as well. Wren gets fired up.
Hammerstone beats Tony D'Angelo by count-out after D'Angelo walks out on the match. Oba Femi is seen watching the match from ringside.
Zachary Wentz suddenly heads to the ring and says that last week, he and Trey Miguel were supposed to challenge for the NXT Tag Team Championships, but could not. We see parking lot footage of Trey getting in his car only for Wes Lee to attack him. Wentz says he does not know when Trey will be back in action, then calls Wes Lee "an absolute piece of garbage" for his actions after everything they have been to and that Wes deserves everything that will happen to him in Chicago, Illinois. He says that the pain he will put Wes through in their street fight will be ten times worse than Wes' loss at No Mercy, and that this will end in Chicago.
Backstage, General Manager Ava meets with Indiana Pacers point guard Tyrese Haliburton, who says that he can get the contract signing done. Robert Stone says he believes in Tyrese, much to Tyrese's surprise, then Tyrese leaves with the contract. Ava is shocked that Stone lied about his friendship with Tyrese.
Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews The Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley, Jazmyn Nyx). Jacy Jayne says all they do is speak the truth, and says one can either take it like a real woman or cry about it. She also says that Lola Vice thinks she is better than she actually is. Fallon Henley calls Jaida Parker "the next It Girl on NXT," and Jazmyn says that if Jaida wanted to fight them, she would have. Back at the women's locker room, Lola Vice is fired up by The Fatal Influence's comments, then says Jaida Parker does not want her help. Jaida Parker shows up and mentions Lola mentioning her. Lola admits neither woman wants the other's help, then says she will get the job done with The Fatal Influence.
Eddy Thorpe beats Ashante "Thee" Adonis after Adonis blows a kiss to a woman in the crowd that he gave a rose to during his entrance from the top rope.
CM Punk is seen backstage.
At Chase University, Riley Osborne and Thea Hail are disappointed with Ridge Holland's actions towards Chase University, and Thea says that Ridge broke her heart. Riley says that he hates that he and Duke Hudson were right, and says that Ridge showed who he really was when they gave him a chance. He says that next week, he will get Ridge Holland out of their lives once and for all.
CM Punk heads to the ring. Punk says he is in a different mood than he was on Raw, then says that he remembers some of the people in the crowd and admits that he tried to hide in order to watch the show from backstage. He says that he appreciates the work that goes into NXT and admits that he will eventually have to butt heads with some of the NXT Superstars in the future, and says that Shawn Michaels called him up because he knew he loved NXT. Punk said he begged to be on the Chicago, Illinois show and that Shawn told him he could do whatever he wanted on the show. All of a sudden, Roxanne Perez suddenly shows up. Roxanne mentions her NXT Women's Championship match with Giulia, then says that Punk is her all-time favorite wrestler and one of the reasons that she got into the business, but admits she always preferred AJ Lee. This leads into an "AJ" chant. She says that she was happy to see him return at Survivor Series, but then says she should have been a Drew McIntyre fan and that CM Punk wants to be in the Chicago show because he wants one more moment of glory before McIntyre ends his career. Roxanne tells him to stay home because she does not need him there, then says that the show will soon become hers because it is all about her. She then says that she does not care about how popular Giulia is in Japan and that it is all about her, then says "Tell me when I'm telling lies," then says that as a wise man one said, she would rather be hated for something she is than loved for something she is not. Punk gives Roxanne credit for maximizing her minutes, as he loves an overconfident champion. He says that the NXT Women's Championship and the chip on her shoulder makes Roxanne not just the best in NXT, but in WWE, and that none of that will matter when Giulia hands her ass to her. After Punk says he did not come here to talk about her or Giulia, the lights go out, and Giulia shows up. She gets in the ring and tells Roxanne that the countdown is on and that she has two weeks left. Roxanne goes for a cheap shot, but Punk stops her, and Giulia wags her finger in Roxanne's face.
Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews Kelani Jordan says that when it comes to The Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley, Jazmyn Nyx), nobody is off-limits, as they will attack anyone they see. She knows she has a target on her back and that she will defend against women who excel in the ring, not in insults. She also considers holding her own open challenge one day like Jordynne Grace, and when she does, she had better see a member of The Fatal Influence step up to the plate. Suddenly, Wren Sinclair suddenly shows up and says that Charlie Dempsey told her to make a name for herself, then slaps Kelani in the face and says she is doing it now. Kelani then chases Wren out of the interview area.
Backstage, Tony D'Angelo meets with the rest of The D'Angelo Family (Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo, Adrianne Rizzo, Luca Crusifino). Tony says nothing is wrong and that he is fine, then says that he is afraid and that he is supposed to be The Don of NXT and lead the family, but Oba Femi is a machine and he cannot beat him.
Je'Von Evans and Cedric Alexander beat No Quarter Catch Crew (Tavion Heights and Myles Borne) after Kelani Jordan chases Wren Sinclair around the ring and to the back. After the match, it is announced that Randy Orton will be Je'Von Evans' opponent on October 8th.
Backstage, Ridge Holland says that he would destroy Chase University (Andre Chase, Duke Hudson, Thea Hail, Riley Osborne), and that he will be seeing Riley Osborne next week. Meanwhile, Shawn Spears wishes Brooks Jensen luck, and Jensen asks Shawn if he is with him. Spears says yes.
Brooks Jensen beats Dion Lennox after Jensen mockingly wears Lennox's glasses and Lennox keeps Shawn Spears from putting his hands on his glasses.
We hear from Wes Lee, who brags about his actions on X (formerly Twitter) and says that if Trey Miguel had been at No Mercy, he would have sent him back to TNA. He says he had to do what he had to do and that the street fight with Zachary Wentz will end everything.
On X (formerly Twitter), A-Town Down Under (Grayson Waller and Austin Theory) talk about never having held the NXT Tag Team Championship, and consider challenging Nathan Frazer and Axiom for the titles next week. Frazer and Axiom respond on X, saying they accept. The match is official for October 8th.
Lola Vice beats Jacy Jayne despite Jazmyn Nyx and Fallon Henley's attempted interference in the match. After the match, The Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley, Jazmyn Nyx) attack Lola Vice, then Jaida Parker runs into the ring and takes them all out single-handedly, with Jacy Jayne having to be helped out of the ring. Lola confronts Jaida, and referees have to hold them back.
Backstage, Adrianne Rizzo tells Tony D'Angelo that she is also scared. D'Angelo says he has disrespected and failed the family, but Adrianne says that D'Angelo has to carry that fear and that no matter what, he will always have the family. She says she is seeing what this is doing to D'Angelo and knows that he wants another shot at Oba Femi, and D'Angelo says he does. Adrianne Rizzo says that if D'Angelo loses, he will do it through the fear, then tells him that the family believes in him and that he must believe in himself.
Tyrese Haliburton is in the ring to get Trick Williams and "All Ego" Ethan Page to sign the contract for their match, then says he has reinforcements in the front row in the form of his Indiana Pacers teammates. The crowd boos, and Tyrese says he would boo too if he were an Orlando Magic fan. Trick Williams shows up and shows respect to Tyrese, saying that just like how Team USA won gold in Paris, he will win gold in Chicago, Illinois. Trick then calls out Ethan Page, telling him to sign the contract before he signs his forehead with a Gucci loafer. Ethan Page shows up as Trick signs the contract and says this is ridiculous, and says he gave Trick an out but did not take it. Ethan says that if he has to sign the contract, he will do it, then says that when it comes to the NXT Championship, he is the Boston Celtics, and when he beats Trick in Chicago, he will be like the Indiana Pacers and the rest of the NBA when he has to watch him be victorious. Ethan then says he will continue to carry the championship and the brand, then signs the contract. Tyrese declares the championship match official, then says Trick knows what time it is before bringing out CM Punk. Punk gets in the ring and thanks Tyrese, then says Roxanne is soon to be the former NXT Women's Champion and announces that Ethan and Trick's match is so big that it needs something special. The fans chant "Referee," and CM Punk agrees the match needs a special guest referee, which is none other than himself. He says the only rule is that the official will be listened to, and since he is the official, they can start fighting right now. Trick and Ethan immediately brawl with referees and security moving quickly into place while CM Punk leads a "Let them fight!" chant to end the show.
In backstage footage from earlier today, Izzi Dame attacks Karmen Petrovic and injures her arm ahead of the No Mercy Gauntlet Eliminator later tonight.
Chase University (Andre Chase, Duke Hudson, Thea Hail, Riley Osborne, Ridge Holland) shows up both through the crowd and down the ramp to start tonight's show. Chase says it is a new year with new students, new classrooms and new tag team champions. Thea congratulates Ridge for being "Chase U through and through," as does Duke. Riley admits he gave Ridge flak upon arrival, but he now has his first championship in WWE. Andre Chase thanks Ridge Holland on behalf of the university before everyone has a group hug. Nathan Frazer and Axiom then show up. Frazer congratulates Chase University and admits that they ran themselves into the ground as of late, but Ridge takes offense to the interruption and gives Chase University credit for revitalizing his career when he was at a low. He says that he has worked his ass off for six long years to finally become a champion and that he has now done it, then Axiom says they want their tag team title rematch. Riley and Duke step up, saying they will have to beat them to get their shot. Nathan Frazer accepts the challenge and says they will see them tonight, but Duke says they are always ready before he and Riley rip their athletic pants off in one fell swoop to reveal wrestling tights underneath. A referee also shows up.
Nathan Frazer and Axiom beat Chase University (Riley Osborne and Duke Hudson) to earn their NXT Tag Team Championship rematch at No Mercy.
General Manager Ava meets with Stevie Turner and Robert Stone to state that Karmen Petrovic is out of action tonight. Izzi Dame shows up saying she should have been in the match for the start, but Ava says someone else will replace Karmen Petrovic - Brinley Reece - as she will not reward bad behavior. Meanwhile, Kelani Jordan is seen in the background in the trainer's room, and it seems as if she is looking for something.
Backstage in the women's locker room, Brinley Reece announces that she is in the No Mercy Gauntlet Eliminator. Wren Sinclair shows up and says she will win the match for No Quarter Catch Crew (Charlie Dempsey, Myles Borne, Tavion Heights).
Wendy Choo beats Lola Vice. During the match, Kelani Jordan shows up and gets in the ring, but Lola inadvertently hits her with a spinning backfist. Wendy then hits Lola from behind with a body pillow to get the win. After the match, Kelani tells Wendy that if she wants to steal the NXT Women's North American Championship from her, then she can earn it at No Mercy. Afterwards, both Kelani and Wendy brawl, but Kelani gets the better of Wendy and takes her title out of Wendy's pillow.
Backstage, Kelly Kincaid interviews Wes Lee. Wes Lee says he will send Pete Dunne back to Raw even more bitter than before, and says that Joe Hendry is only here for the "NXT rub" and will go back to Thursday nights empty handed. Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews Hendry, and Wes Lee can hear the interview. Hendry condemns Wes Lee for what he did to The Rascalz (Trey Miguel and Zachary Wentz), but Wes Lee says the pinnacle of his career will come nowhere close to the lowest part of his. After Wes Lee leaves, Hendry says that tonight is the biggest night of his life and nobody thought he would challenge for the NXT Championships and that two world-class athletes are all stand in his way, and that he will make a believer out of himself and be the one going on to No Mercy.
We hear from Fallon Henley and Jacy Jayne, who say that the women's locker room is full of people who are only there because of their social media following as well as other reasons unrelated to success on the independent scene. Jazmyn Nyx shows up and says that she quickly realized that Fallon and Jacy were the real influencers, and Jacy says that she and Fallon were on the indie scene together and accomplished things individually, and will accomplish more as a team. The three of them then call themselves "The Fatal Influence."
Jaida Parker beats Adriana Rizzo, Brinley Reece, Kendal Grey, Wren Sinclair and Sol Ruca in a No Mercy Gauntlet Eliminator to face Roxanne Perez for the NXT Women's Championship at No Mercy. Sarah Schreiber interviews Jaida Parker in the ring after the match. Jaida says she is a difference maker in the division, and while Roxanne Perez may be a great champion, she has next.
Backstage, Kelly Kincaid interviews "All Ego" Ethan Page, who is incensed that Joe Hendry thinks he deserves a shot at the NXT Championship and states that he is what is best from the brand. Pete Dunne shows up and says Ethan Page has only been here for a cup of coffee, then tells him that he knows how to keep a championship and that he will break his fingers before breaking his ego.
Hank Walker and Tank Ledger get a surprise win on The O.C. (Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson). After the match, security shows up to celebrate with Hank and Tank before protecting them from The O.C.
Backstage, Edris Enofé and Malik Blade confront Shawn Spears for his actions concerning Brooks Jensen, and Shawn Spears that they are both lost just like Jensen before attacking them. Blade and Enofé soon turn the tables behind some metal shelves, and Shawn Spears ends up being the one who is laid out even as Brooks Jensen shows up.
No Quarter Catch Crew (Charlie Dempsey, Myles Borne, Wren Sinclair) are in the ring with the Heritage Cup Championship. Charlie Dempsey quotes Lou Thesz and Billy Robinson before stating that the legacy of the Heritage Cup has been restored. After the interruption by Wren Sinclair, he says that The D'Angelo Family's (Tony D'Angelo, Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo, Adriana Rizzo, Luca Crusifino) reign of terror is over, and that they will make the Heritage Cup the most prestigious title in NXT. As Sinclair says that Charlie will defend the cup anywhere against anyone at anytime, Oba Femi shows up and congratulates No Quarter Catch Crew before stating that his title is the most prestigious and is held by the most dominant champion. He says that he has defended his title against many strong contenders, and will not hesitate to add the Heritage Cup Champion to that mix. Suddenly, The D'Angelo Family arrives, and when Charlie asks if they want a rematch, Tony D'Angelo says that he has his eyes on something else, and that he and his family do not forget and will handle their business. D'Angelo and Oba Femi have a staredown as the rest of the family fights No Quarter Catch Crew, and D'Angelo avoids being powerbombed to plant Oba Femi with a spinebuster.
Backstage, Ashante "Thee" Adonis is seen talking to some women, who then notice Dion Lennox and tell him that they are excited to see his match. Je'Von Evans is also backstage, and as Wren Sinclair asks Je'Von to watch the cup, Gallus shows up and says the cup is about "real wrestling," which Je'Von knows nothing about. Cedric Alexander shows up, but Joe Coffey takes this as Cedric showing up to fight Je'Von's battles. Je'Von says he does not need anybody to fight his battles, but Joe Coffey says they will see about that.
Ashante "Thee" Adonis beats Dion Lennox.
Backstage, Lexis King gets his throne polished when Lash Legend and Jakara Jackson pass by, talking about their match with Jacy Jayne and Fallon Henley next week. Lexis King butts in, calling them the "Meta-Two," then Oro Mensah shows up after Lexis leaves and says things have not been the same since Noam Dar. Jakara says they need to get it together, as that is what Noam Dar would want.
"All Ego" Ethan Page guests on commentary for the next match.
Joe Hendry beats Pete Dunne and Wes Lee to face "All Ego" Ethan Page for the NXT Championship at No Mercy despite Ethan Page's blatant interference by pulling the referee out of the ring and keeping the second referee out, which allows Trick Williams to show up from out of nowhere and hit Dunne with the Trick Shot before getting the first referee back in the ring to count the pinfall attempt for Hendry. After the match, Ethan Page is livid, and Zachary Wentz comes out of the crowd to brawl with Wes Lee. Security and officials show up to keep both Wentz and Wes Lee apart as the show ends.
