WWE NXT pulled out all the stops in a blockbuster episode that balanced nostalgia with rising-star momentum. From the return of The Undertaker to the fallout from Great American Bash and TNA Slammiversary, the black-and-gold brand proved once again it’s not just the proving ground for WWE—it’s where the pulse of wrestling innovation beats strongest.
Below, we break down the most buzzworthy moments in our Hits and Misses recap, spotlighting the major wins—and a few stumbles—that made up this action-packed night.
Hit: Trick Williams Stands Tall with The Undertaker
One of the most unexpected—but electric—segments of the night came when Trick Williams found himself face-to-face with The Undertaker. What could’ve been a cringe-worthy nostalgia grab turned into one of the most compelling face-offs in recent NXT memory.
Williams not only held his ground verbally against The Deadman but matched the legend’s intensity with ease. The back-and-forth banter felt organic, with Williams leaning into his rising villain persona while Undertaker offered enough bite to keep it entertaining. The segment’s closing moment—a choke slam sell from Williams worthy of meme immortality—sealed it as a certified Hit.
This was not just a rub for Williams—it was a statement: Trick is ready for the spotlight, and he’s not backing down from icons.
Hit: Blake Monroe and Jordynne Grace Ignite a Feud Worth Watching
The NXT women’s division got a serious jolt with Blake Monroe’s in-ring debut and her simmering tension with TNA star Jordynne Grace. Monroe, after a slow-build introduction, made a strong impression with a decisive win over Wren Sinclair. But it was the post-match segment with Grace that truly lit the fuse.
Grace, now sporting a dangerous edge since Great American Bash, clashed with Monroe in a tense stare-down that promises a villain vs. villain dynamic NXT hasn’t explored in a while. Monroe is already proving to be more effective as a heel, and Grace’s increasing volatility adds unpredictability to what could be a show-stealing feud in the coming weeks.
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Hit: Jasper Troy Breaks Through—But Ricky Saints Gets Left Behind
Jasper Troy continues his meteoric rise in NXT. The powerful rookie once again impressed, this time with a convincing win over Ricky Saints. Troy has the intensity, presence, and believability of a future main-eventer, and NXT has wisely positioned him as a near-unstoppable force.
But while Troy’s star rises, Ricky Saints is stuck in reverse. Saints has delivered top-notch performances, making his opponents shine every time—but the losses are piling up. Despite early success and a brief Title run, Saints is now dangerously close to being defined by his defeats. If NXT wants to preserve his credibility, it needs to book him a meaningful win—fast.
Miss: Oba Femi’s Lackluster Title Challengers
Oba Femi remains one of NXT’s most dominant champions, but that dominance is becoming a double-edged sword. Despite solid matches with Yoshiki Inamura and Josh Briggs, Femi’s challengers don’t feel like real threats. Jasper Troy offered a spark, but it’s too soon to pull the trigger on a title change for him.
Even the prospect of a rematch with Trick Williams doesn’t inspire fresh excitement, as the two have already faced off multiple times. Unless NXT injects new blood into the title picture soon, Femi’s reign risks becoming stagnant.
Hit: Ethan Page Trolls NXT with Canadian Swagger
Ethan Page has quickly become one of NXT’s most entertaining figures, and his latest stunt—rebranding the NXT North American Championship as the Canadian Championship—was pure gold. Complete with new Title design and maple leaf flags, the move was equal parts trolling and brilliant character work.
Page’s charisma was on full display as he celebrated himself before being interrupted by none other than TNA’s Santino Marella. It was an unexpected, hilarious twist that underlines NXT’s current knack for cross-promotional synergy and crowd-pleasing surprises.
Miss: Booker T’s Commentary Flub
Let’s be honest—Booker T has always brought energy to commentary, but tonight, that enthusiasm led to an unfortunate gaffe. While introducing Blake Monroe, Booker referred to her as Monica Monroe, confusing her with a wrestler from his own Reality of Wrestling promotion.
The commentary team had fun at Booker’s expense, and even Monica herself joined the joke on social media. While it’s a minor misstep, it was a distracting moment in an otherwise strong debut for Blake.
Conclusion:
This week’s NXT proved just how dynamic the brand can be, combining cross-promotional appearances, fresh debuts, and WWE legends in one high-octane package. With Blake Monroe and Jasper Troy rising, Trick Williams solidifying his top-tier status, and Ethan Page leaning into villainy, the future of NXT feels thrillingly unpredictable—even if a few pieces still need reworking.
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