Tag: NXT

NXT Preview 12/7/16

The following is scheduled for tonight’s 12/7 NXT on WWE Network:

Footage will be shown of the Samoa Joe-Shinsuke Nakamura NXT title rematch from the NXT live event this past weekend in Osaka, Japan.

WWE NXT Going Live On WWE Network Next Year?

There’s been talk of taking WWE NXT live on the WWE Network in 2017, according to Dave Meltzer and Bryan Alvarez on Wrestling Observer Radio.

There are obviously major logistical issues that would come with going live and the costs would be significantly higher than the current tapings model. WWE would have to bring in talents each week for a one-hour live show and NXT airing live or on tape likely won’t affect the Network subscriber count.

No word yet on how serious the talks are but it’s something to keep an eye on as we move into 2017.

Source: WrestlingINC

Tajiri Headed Back To WWE

Source: WrestlingINC

Tajiri announced on Twitter that he will be finishing up his commitments in Japan this month and will be back with WWE full time early next year.

As noted, Tajiri teamed with Akira Tozawa in a losing effort to NXT Tag Team Champions Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa at this past Saturday’s NXT live event in Osaka. He was also a part of the WWE Cruiserweight Classic this past fall.

Below is Tajiri’s post, which translates to:

I gave you OK because I got OK from Regal GM yesterday ‘s NXT Osaka performance “I can announce it from tomorrow”. I will return to WWE early next year. 12/27 Kanemura Retirement box office will be the last game in Japan, and acupuncture activity will end in Japan this month. Thank you very much, everyone for 10 years! It is!

Shinsuke Nakamura Wins NXT Title In Japan

Shinsuke Nakamura recaptured the WWE NXT Championship at the NXT Live Event in Osaka, Japan. He now becomes the second two-time NXT Champion alongside Samoa Joe.

Nakamura sealed the win with his trademark Kinshasa. The full match will air on next week’s NXT episode, which WrestlingInc will have a live viewing party for on Wednesday at 8:00pm ET.

In the video below, WWE’s Mike Rome caught up with Nakamura after his title win in his home country, with Nakamura citing his history in Japan.

“When I was 24 years old, I got the IWGP heavyweight title my first time here,” Nakamura said. “I love Osaka.”

Source: WrestlingINC

Wrestler Returns To WWE NXT To Announce

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Former WWE NXT Superstar Percy Watson has returned to the brand as an announcer. He made his return at tonight’s NXT TV tapings from Full Sail University and will be joining Tom Phillips and Corey Graves on commentary each week.

Watson participated in the second season of NXT back in 2010 with MVP as his mentor. He was later released in May 2013 and has been somewhat quiet on the indies.

Source: WrestlingINC

Austin Aries Doing Commentary For 205 Live While Out With Injury

WWE NXT Star Austin Aries (who is recovery from an injury he sustained last month in a match against Shinsuke Nakamura, where he was hit with a devastating super kick, which Aries stated will require permanent titanium plates), has joined the commentary team of Mauro Ranallo and Corey Graves for 205 Live. Aries said that that until he is cleared to compete, he will be commentating, then once he is cleared, he will win the WWE Cruiserweight Title.

Austin Aries Injury Update

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Austin Aries gave an update about his injury on Twitter. He noted that he would need permanent titanium plates. Aries was injured during his match last month with Shinsuke Nakamura after taking a devastating super kick from the former NXT champion.

NXT TakeOver: Toronto Results 11/19/16

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Bobby Roode vs Tye Dillinger – Winner: Bobby Roode

Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic Finals: The Authors of Pain (w/Paul Ellering locked in cage hanging above ring)  vs TM61 – Winners: The Authors of Pain

NXT Tag Team Championship – 2 of 3 Falls: (C) The Revival vs #DIY (Johnny Gargano & Tommaso Ciampa) – Winners of 3rd fall by submission and new NXT Tag Team Championions #DIY (Johnny Gargano & Tommaso Ciampa)

NXT Women’s Championship: (C) Asuka vs Mickie James – Winner: Asuka

NXT Championship: (C) Shinsuke Nakamura vs Samoa Joe – Winner and new NXT Champion Samoa Joe