Welcome to the latest edition of our weekly WWE NXT hits and misses series.
This week’s NXT featured the men and women’s Iron Survivor Challenge qualifiers. NXT Champion Trick Williams also appeared.
Here’s what went down on the November 12 episode of WWE NXT.
Hit – Stephanie Vaquer & Giulia vs. Lash Legend & Jakara Jackson
Legend and Jakara are really starting to come into their own element. They’ll only improve with each tag team match. Stephanie and Giulia are the “Mega Powers” of the NXT women’s division. There’s mutual respect and competitiveness. I’m looking forward to seeing them both tear it down in the Women’s Iron Survivor Challenge at WWE NXT Deadline.
Miss – Cora Jade vs. Sol Ruca on WWE NXT
This was a short match that ended with a win for Sol. The finisher was the highlight of the match-up. Cora hasn’t done anything except eat pin in high-profile matches. She may not be the an in-ring technician but knows how to work the crowd with her promos. Let’s see how HBK books her on the road to Deadline.
Hit – Men’s Iron Survivor Challenge Qualifiers
This week’s NXT featured two men’s Iron Survivor Challenge qualifiers. Wes Lee defeated Cedric. Je’Von Evans beat Lexis King. Lee versus Alexander was fun with some very believable nearfalls. NXT knows how to make the most use out of veterans. Evans versus King was the match of the night. It might be King’s best match in WWE to date. Props to King for holding his own against one of the very best in WWE NXT.
Miss – Adrianna Rizzo vs. Nikkita Lyons on WWE NXT
This was a stinker, to be honest. Rizzo and Nikkita have zero chemistry. I can’t remember the last time I saw a good Nikkita Lyons’ singles match. She really needs to step up her game because she’s an established name on NXT.
Hit – WWE NXT Women’s North American title match
A solid first title defense for Fallon Henley. I’ve always admired her skills. Kelani brought some hard-hitting offense but the outside interference by Jacye Jayne and Jazmyn Nyx proved to be too much for her. The post-match brawl between the men’s tag teams was a fun way to cap off the show.
Miss – Trick Williams, Andre Chase and Ridge Holland segment
Is Trick Williams playing third wheel in this feud between Holland and Chase? That’s not how you should book your top champion. Holland just doesn’t click as Trick’s opponent for the NXT title. The brand really needs some credible heels. He’ll probably win next week so Chase U could FINALLY disband and go their separate ways.
Honorable Mention
Josh Briggs is back from his NXT absence. I’ve always been a fan of Briggs. He’s one of the most believable men on the WWE NXT roster. I hope he gets his singles push. NOAH’s Yoshiki Inamura appeared as well. It’s nice to see that the working relationship is thriving between WWE and the late, great Misawa’s promotion
How would you rate 11/12 NXT on a scale of 1 to 10? Let us know in the comments below!
