Islamabad, Nov 21: The November 19 edition of WWE NXT brought intense matches and pivotal developments, setting the tone for the highly anticipated Deadline event on December 7. From Iron Survivor Challenge qualifiers to a decisive No. 1 Contender’s match, the night reshaped the NXT landscape.
Frazer Secures Spot in Iron Survivor Challenge
Nathan Frazer defeated Eddy Thorpe in an Iron Survivor Qualifying Match, showcasing his agility and quick thinking amidst chaos at ringside. Frazer sealed his spot at Deadline with an impressive Phoenix Splash, adding a new layer of excitement as one-half of the NXT Tag Team Champions.
Vaquer Advances in Women’s Qualifier
Stephanie Vaquer triumphed over Jaida Parker in the Women’s Iron Survivor Qualifier, delivering a technically sound performance. While Vaquer focused on Parker’s shoulder, Parker targeted Vaquer’s back. The match turned when Lola Vice distracted Parker, enabling Vaquer to execute a double underhook neckbreaker for the win.
D’Angelo Overcomes Jensen in a Grueling Bout
NXT North American Champion Tony D’Angelo emerged victorious against Brooks Jensen, despite sustaining a knee injury. Jensen’s spirited comeback wasn’t enough as D’Angelo ended the match with a powerful Spinebuster. Post-match, an attack on his injured knee left D’Angelo in a precarious position.
Petrovic and Adonis Claim Mixed Tag Victory
Karmen Petrovic and Ashante “Thee” Adonis defeated Brinley Reece and Dion Lennox in a Mixed Tag Team Match. Initially struggling with cohesion, the duo found their rhythm, culminating in Petrovic’s decisive high kick to secure the win.
Zaria Dominates in Iron Survivor Qualifier
Zaria delivered an assertive performance to defeat Wren Sinclair and qualify for the Iron Survivor Challenge. Despite interference by Charlie Dempsey, Zaria’s combination of a Spear and F5 ensured her victory, securing her place at Deadline.
Chaos Erupts in Women’s Division
The women’s division descended into chaos after Fatal Influence issued a bold statement. An open challenge by Fallon Henley for the Women’s North American Championship led to a brawl involving Lash Legend, Jakara Jackson, Adriana Rizzo, and Nikkita Lyons. Amid the commotion, Tatum Paxley capitalized by laying out Henley, solidifying herself as a top contender.
Holland Ends Chase U to Become NXT No. 1 Contender
In the main event, Ridge Holland defeated Andre Chase to become the No. 1 Contender for the NXT Championship, effectively dismantling Chase U. Holland’s strength and dominance prevailed despite interference from Duke Hudson, Thea Hail, and Riley Osborne. A Redeemer DDT secured Holland’s victory and marked the end of an era for Chase U.
Match Results
- Iron Survivor Qualifying Match: Nathan Frazer def. Eddy Thorpe
- Women’s Iron Survivor Qualifier: Stephanie Vaquer def. Jaida Parker
- Singles Match: Tony D’Angelo def. Brooks Jensen
- Mixed Tag Team Match: Karmen Petrovic & Ashante “Thee” Adonis def. Brinley Reece & Dion Lennox
- Iron Survivor Qualifying Match: Zaria def. Wren Sinclair
- NXT Championship No. 1 Contender’s Match: Ridge Holland def. Andre Chase
This action-packed episode delivered major storyline advancements, setting the stage for the road to Deadline, ensuring fans have much to anticipate in the coming weeks.
