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WWE Raw Viewership Numbers (1/29/24): Records Highest Average Viewership Since June 2023,
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Raw

WWE Raw Viewership Numbers (1/29/24): Records Highest Average Viewership Since June 2023,

Monday night's Raw saw a viewership surge, spiking from last week's 1.68 million to a solid 1.91 million average. ## According to Wrestlenomics, this post-Royal Rumble rumble drew fans in with a commercial-free first hour, fueling the fire throughout the 8 PM segment's peak of 2.09 million viewers. ## While not quite reaching last year's January 30th heights of 2.14 million, Raw's numbers still packed a punch compared to 2022's corresponding episode, which drew 1.86 million. The show's grip tightened further in the 18-49 demographic, with a 0.61 rating versus last week's 0.55. ## The viewership rollercoaster took a dip in the final hour, settling at 1.69 million, but overall, Raw delivered a strong comeback, proving the Rumble's aftershocks were still rocking the WWE Universe. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

AEW Rampage Predictions & Match Card March 1, 2024: Preview, Schedule, Start Time, Tickets
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AEW Rampage

AEW Rampage Predictions & Match Card March 1, 2024: Preview, Schedule, Start Time, Tickets

Here is the full match card and everything you need to know about AEW Rampage which takes place on March 1, 2024, at the Propst Arena at Von Braun Center in Huntsville, AL. ## AEW Rampage airs every Friday at 10 pm ET on TNT in the United States. It is AEW's second weekly television show, positioned behind their flagship show, Dynamite. ## In Canada, AEW Rampage airs on TSN online in simulcast with the U.S through its website and TSN Direct service. AEW Rampage began airing on TNT Africa on October 2, 2021, in Sub-Saharan Africa. The show airs every Saturday night, one day after the U.S. broadcast. ## In India, Rampage airs on Eurosport every Saturday at 9:30 AM IST. In Canada, the show is available to watch through the TSN website. ## The show is also available on the TSN Direct streaming service at 10 pm Eastern, the same time that the show airs live on TNT and FITE TV, the latter through an AEWPlus.com subscription. ## Rampage is available to watch through FITE, and for UK fans it will air live at 2 am on Sunday mornings. ## Click To Buy Tickets ## Confirmed & Predicted Match Card ## All-Star Eight-Man Scramble Qualifying Match: Magnus vs. Matt Sydal ## WINNER PREDICTION: Matt Sydal ## Singles Match: Claudio Castagnoli vs. Rugido ## WINNER PREDICTION:Claudio Castagnoli ## Singles Match: Riho vs. Trish Adora ## WINNER PREDICTION:Riho ## The Righteous (Vincent & Dutch) & Lance Archer in trios action ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

AEW Dynamite Predictions & Match Card, February 28, 2024: Preview, Schedule, Start Time, Tickets
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AEW Dynamite

AEW Dynamite Predictions & Match Card, February 28, 2024: Preview, Schedule, Start Time, Tickets

Here is the full match card for this Wednesday's AEW Dynamite Episode which is slated to air live on February 28, 2024, at the Propst Arena at Von Braun Center in Huntsville, AL. ## AEW Dynamite airs every Wednesday at 8 pm ET on TBS in the United States. In Canada, AEW Dynamite is available through the TSN website. In India, AEW Dynamite airs on Eurosport every Thursday at 6:30 AM IST. ## In Canada, The show is broadcast in simulcast with TNT in the U.S (but is subject to scheduling) and is streamed on TSN Direct as well as TSN's website. In Africa, The show airs every Friday night, two days after the U.S. broadcast. ## The show is available on the TSN Direct streaming service at 10 pm Eastern, the same time that the show will air live on TBS and FITE TV. ## Click Here To BUY TICKETS ## Confirmed & Predicted Match Card ## *No Matches And Segments Announced For The Time Being! ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

AEW Dynamite Results, January 31, 2024: Live Coverage, Winners, Commentary, Recap
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AEW Dynamite

AEW Dynamite Results, January 31, 2024: Live Coverage, Winners, Commentary, Recap

Here are the full results for this Wednesday's AEW Dynamite Episode which is slated to air live on January 31, 2024, at the UNO Lakefront Arena in New Orleans, LA. ## AEW Dynamite airs every Wednesday at 8 pm ET on TBS in the United States. In Canada, AEW Dynamite is available through the TSN website. In India, AEW Dynamite airs on Eurosport every Thursday at 6:30 AM IST.## The show is available on the TSN Direct streaming service at 10 pm Eastern, the same time that the show will air live on TNT and FITE TV.## AEW Dynamite Results January 31, 2024: Highlights ## The Dynamite opening segment aired, followed by a stunning pyrotechnics display on the stage. Providing commentary were Excalibur, Taz, and Tony Schiavone, while Dasha assumed the role of the ring announcer. ## The inaugural match commenced with Jon Moxley's dramatic entrance through the crowd. As excitement escalated, the camera focused on four CMLL wrestlers in the audience, intensifying anticipation for the upcoming Bryan Danielson vs. Hechicero clash at AEW Collision. Jeff Hardy made his entrance from the stage, notably without his brother Matt Hardy accompanying him to ringside. ## Singles Match: Jon Moxley vs. Jeff Hardy ## Jeff initiated an early dive, targeting Moxley at ringside, and proceeded to choke him with an extended piece of cloth he had concealed. Excalibur observed that the match's regulations appeared to be somewhat lenient, permitting such intense maneuvers. Moxley promptly countered with a daring suicide dive.## The two contenders continued their skirmish outside the ring, with Hardy eventually tossing Moxley over the barricade and onto the CMLL wrestlers in the crowd. After a brief altercation with the fans, Moxley returned to ringside. Hardy retaliated by hurling a chair towards Moxley's head, with Moxley managing to shield himself just in time. Hardy then charged, leaping off the ring steps, only to be met by a powerful punch from Moxley, leading into a picture-in-picture commercial break.## Upon our return from the commercial break, the match's intensity continued to escalate. Moxley seized an opportunity and inserted a pen into Hardy's gauge hole in his ear, twisting it in a painful maneuver. Jeff managed to fight his way out of this painful hold, and the action spilled out to the ringside area. Once back inside the ring, they exchanged a flurry of strikes, with Hardy delivering a Manhattan Drop, a double leg drop, a basement dropkick, and an elbow drop, but only managing to secure a nearfall.## Jon then executed a snapping piledriver, but it wasn't sufficient as Hardy kicked out. They found themselves jockeying for position on the apron, leading to a devastating Twist of Fate by Hardy. Climbing to the top rope, Jeff connected with his Whisper in the Wind, but it still wasn't enough to secure the victory. ## Both contenders scaled the top turnbuckle, with Moxley countering Hardy's Twist of Fate attempts. After a back rake, Moxley executed a superplex. In a back-and-forth exchange, Hardy blocked a Twist of Fate, but Moxley retaliated with an Ace Crusher. Despite a resilient counter from Hardy with a side Russian legsweep, Moxley emerged victorious with a bodyscissors sleeper hold, prompting a referee stoppage and declaring him the winner. ## WINNER: Jon Moxley ## After the match, Moxley offers sportsmanship with a handshake, but Jeff defiantly flips him off. The drama continues as Hechicero, Mistico, Volador Jr., and Mascara Dorada launch a brutal attack on Moxley. Amid the chaos, the locker room empties out. ## The Blackpool Combat Club is absent, but wrestlers like Christopher Daniels, Matt Sydal, and 2.0 rush to the ring to rescue Moxley. The situation remains chaotic as the broadcast heads into a commercial break. ## Dealer’s Choice Match: ā€œHangmanā€ Adam Page vs. Toa Liona ## Page aggressively corners Liona, landing punches. Liona reverses a whip, striking back. Toa Toa intervenes, aiding Liona. Page counters with a crafty cradle attempt. A low bridge sends Liona outside. Liona returns, tossing Page onto the floor with one hand.## In the ring, Liona's Banzai Drop attempt changes to a seated senton. Page counters a slingshot. After a commercial break, Liona dominates, crotching Page and delivering headbutts. A diving headbutt follows. Liona attempts a senton but crashes. Page capitalizes with a plancha, then a suicide dive.## Page's Deadeye is countered, but a powerful lariat follows. Liona survives. Page hits the Deadeye, surprising Toa Toa. A discus lariat and headbutt nearly seal the win. On the apron, they exchange moves, ending with Page's stunning Orihara moonsault. Another slingshot attempt is reversed, but Page counters into a crucifix pin for the hard-fought victory. ## WINNER: ā€œHangmanā€ Adam Page ## In a backstage clip, the Young Bucks, Matthew and Nicholas Jackson, arrive at the arena. Upset when addressed by short names, they fine a crew member $500, emphasizing their dedication to wrestling personas and the importance of their image in the wrestling world. ## Singles Match: Komander vs. Wardlow ## Adam Cole joins commentary. Wardlow dominates, effortlessly tossing Komander around. After a devastating F-5, Wardlow flexes for the camera. Komander fights back with a Frankensteiner and dropkicks. A daring Phoenix Splash isn't enough. Wardlow regains control with a powerbomb, securing the victory by pinfall. ## WINNER: Wardlow ## Undisputed Kingdom confronts Komander, but Orange Cassidy and allies rush in, forcing the heels to retreat. After the break, a sit-down interview moderated by Tony Schiavone features tag team champions Starks and Morrissey against challengers Sting and Darby Allin. Starks disrespects Sting, Darby responds, and tensions rise. Ricky throws water at Darby, leading to a confrontation. Sting diffuses it, announcing a match next week in Phoenix. ## Singles Match: Chris Jericho vs. Kyle Fletcher ## Fletcher charges with intensity, executing a Michinoku Driver for an early near fall. Jericho counters with a low bridge and a triangle dropkick. The action spills outside before returning to the ring. Jericho dominates with punches, an elbow, and a kick, earning a two-count.## After the break, Fletcher gains control, executing a brainbuster for a nearfall. Jericho fights back, locking in the Walls of Jericho. Fletcher reaches the ropes, breaking the hold. Back and forth, Fletcher hits a superkick, Jericho counters with a Codebreaker, and Fletcher delivers a turnbuckle brainbuster for a near fall.## Fletcher evades Judas Effect but falls victim to it at ringside. Jericho runs Hobbs into the steps, hits another Judas Effect, and pins Fletcher for the victory. Chris Jericho wins in a hard-fought match against ROH TV Champion Kyle Fletcher. ## WINNER: Chris Jericho ## After the match, Konosuke Takeshita signals his readiness for next week's showdown with Chris Jericho.## A video package features Deonna Purrazzo discussing the significance of her matching duck tattoos with Toni Storm.## Jay White, Austin Gunn, and Colten Gunn enter, joined by Max Caster, Anthony Bowens, and Billy Gunn. They humorously "fire" a cardboard cutout of White and reveal one of Juice Robinson. The group performs playful gestures, adding a lighthearted touch.## Toni Storm joins the commentary desk after the commercial break, providing insights and commentary on the ongoing action in the ring. ## Singles Match: Deonna Purrazzo vs. Taya Valkyrie ## In the match, Valkyrie starts with strikes, but Purrazzo counters with an armbar. They exchange moves, including a wristlock and arm wringer. Purrazzo sends Valkyrie to the floor with a tijeras, pursuing Johnny. Taya delivers a spear, and after a commercial break, Purrazzo continues her technical display.## Forearms, a running knee, and a side Russian legsweep follow. Valkyrie reverses an armbar into a crucifix pin, but Purrazzo answers with a pump kick. Valkyrie retaliates with a Blue Thunder Driver and attempts a double wristlock stomp, reversed into a heel hook. Purrazzo secures the victory with her finishing move, Venus de Milo, by submission. ## WINNER: Deonna Purrazzo ## After the match, Renee Paquette interviews Darby Allin backstage, but the Young Bucks interrupt. They question Darby's association with a "bloodsucking leech" and why he's avoiding their messages. Darby focuses on the tag team titles, bidding farewell to Renee. ## AEW World Champion Samoa Joe heads to the ring, hyping upcoming matches. He joins the broadcast team for the main event. Swerve Strickland faces Rob Van Dam, but Hangman Page interrupts, revealing their match will be a hardcore showdown. ## Swerve Strickland vs. Rob Van Dam in a Dealer’s Choice match ## In the hardcore match between Rob Van Dam and Swerve Strickland, RVD wasted no time using a chair as a weapon, hurling it at Swerve. Swerve rolled out of the ring to recover. ## RVD relentlessly attacked outside, ramming Swerve into the barricade and delivering a kick while seated in a chair. RVD leaped from the apron with a spin kick, amusing Samoa Joe on commentary, as the chaos continued into a commercial break. ## In a hardcore showdown, Swerve Strickland and Rob Van Dam unleashed chaos with chairs and high-flying moves. Brian Cage and Hook's interference added a twist. Swerve executed a daring double stomp, while RVD attempted a Five Star Frog Splash but missed. In the end, Swerve dominated with a Swerve Stomp for the pinfall win, as Samoa Joe voiced frustration with AEW's roster. ## WINNER: Swerve Strickland ## After defeating RVD, Hangman Page confronted Swerve, calling him an "evil bastard." Both undefeated, they agreed to a match with the winner challenging Samoa Joe for the AEW World Championship. ## Swerve mocked Page, who accepted the challenge. Tony Khan made it official for next week's Dynamite, promising additional matches and a major announcement. Fans are eagerly anticipating the showdown and what Khan has in store. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Drew McIntyre Escalates His Feuds With CM Punk; Posts A Viral Tombstone Meme
863 days ago
WWE News

Drew McIntyre Escalates His Feuds With CM Punk; Posts A Viral Tombstone Meme

Fresh off his brutal attack on CM Punk on Raw, Drew McIntyre wasted no time in upping the ante on social media Tuesday morning. Capitalizing on Punk's heartbreaking announcement of a torn triceps and WrestleMania 40 absence, McIntyre unleashed a trollish meme on X (formerly Twitter), poking fun at Punk's misfortune. ## During Raw, McIntyre had taken a verbal jab at Punk, claiming to have "prayed" for his injury and WrestleMania withdrawal. He then backed up his words with ruthless action, laying Punk out and ruthlessly stomping on his wounded arm. ## pic.twitter.com/9FZJQYlkgu— Drew (@DMcIntyreWWE) January 30, 2024 ## Dave Meltzer recently reported that McIntyre has yet to sign a new deal with WWE, and his current contract is set to expire after WrestleMania. ## During Monday's Raw, following a promo segment, McIntyre laid out Punk, setting the stage for a future feud upon Punk's return. McIntyre's latest post has further escalated the feud, leaving everyone uncertain about its eventual conclusion. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Wade Barrett & Corey Graves To Be The New Broadcast Team For WWE SmackDown
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WWE News

Wade Barrett & Corey Graves To Be The New Broadcast Team For WWE SmackDown

Last night on Monday Night Raw, Michael Cole and Pat McAfee were seen on the same desk, bringing the same vibes as they would give back in the days. ## The duo returned together aftter WWE removed Kevin Patrick from his duties as SmackDown play-by-play commentator last week and he was replaced by Cole. Last night on Raw, Pat McAfee was seen back on TV, replacing Wade Barrett as the color commentator on the show, noting the move was permanent. ## While speaking on Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer noted that The plan for SmackDown going forward is for Wade Barrett & Corey Graves to be the new broadcast team. Graves would slide into the lead announce position while Barrett would remain in his color commentary role. ## Michal Cole doing SmackDown [full-time] is not the case. It's like, again. Yeah, it's a one-time thing. Pwinsider reports the plan is for Barrett to be paired with Corey Graves on the SmackDown team, Graves being the new lead announcer, while Barrett would remain as a color commentator. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE NXT Preview & Match Card For (1/30/24)
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WWE News

WWE NXT Preview & Match Card For (1/30/24)

Here is the full lineup for this Tuesday episode which is slated to air live on January 30, 2024. WWE NXT will air live on USA Network at 8 PM ET on Tuesday. ## WWE NXT Time In Canada: It airs live every Friday at 8 Am EDT on Sportsnet 360. The show also airs live on SuperSport Variety 3 in South Africa on Thursdays at 02:00 am CAT. ## In Italy, NXT airs live on Dplay 2:00 p. NXT airs live on Sony Ten 1 HD and Sony Ten 1 in India at 6:30 am. ## WWE NXT Preview & Match Card For (1/30/24) ## -Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic Semifinal: LWO (Joaquin Wild and Cruz Del Toro) vs. Carmelo Hayes & Trick Williams ## -Chase U says "goodbye" ## -NXT Heritage Cup Championship: Noam Dar (c) vs. Von Wagner ## -Elektra Lopez vs. Lola Vice ## -Ilja Dragunov and Trick Williams face-to-face ## -Roxanne Perez vs. Tatum Paxley ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Brock Lesnar Isn't Going To Be Around For A While; Perhaps Ever
863 days ago
WWE News

Brock Lesnar Isn't Going To Be Around For A While; Perhaps Ever

Brock Lesnar recently faced backlash in the wake of a lawsuit filed against Vince McMahon and WWE involving allegations of s*x trafficking, with a former WWE/UFC Heavyweight Champion being implicated in the legal action.## Prior to these allegations, WWE had solidified plans for Brock Lesnar's return. He was scheduled to make his comeback at this year's Royal Rumble event; however, he did not appear. Additionally, there were plans for Lesnar to work with Dominik Mysterio at Elimination Chamber, but reports indicate that this matchup will not be happening.## It now appears that none of the previously planned scenarios will unfold, and there is a recent report confirming that Lesnar will not be appearing on WWE television for the foreseeable future, and perhaps not at all. ## While discussing the situation on Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer stated that Lesnar is not expected to be around for a while, and some even speculate that he may never return. However, there remains a possibility that he could find his way back into WWE in the future. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Huge Update On CM Punk's Reasonable WWE Return; Opponent Revealed?
863 days ago
WWE News

Huge Update On CM Punk's Reasonable WWE Return; Opponent Revealed?

Many wrestling fans were devastated upon hearing CM Punk's announcement that he won't be able to participate in WrestleMania. Punk's return to WWE occurred after some disagreements with AEW, leading to his departure from the company and subsequent debut at Survivor Series: WarGames – marking his first appearance with WWE since 2014.## After delivering several impactful promos, Punk had his first televised WWE match since 2014, entering as the 27th participant in the Royal Rumble match. Unfortunately, he ended up as the runner-up, being eliminated by the 2024 Royal Rumble winner, Cody Rhodes.## However, the wrestling community faced more disappointment when Punk suffered a torn right tricep, sidelining him and preventing his participation in WrestleMania XL. Although he didn't specify the duration of his absence, earlier reports suggested a potential recovery time of 4-6 months post-surgery. ## During the January 29 episode of Monday Night Raw, Punk engaged in an angle with Drew McIntyre. According to Dave Meltzer's report, a plausible return for CM Punk is expected in September. This development adds intrigue to the situation, considering the significant angle set up with Drew McIntyre as his potential opponent upon his return, especially given McIntyre's contract status, which reportedly extends only until April. ## "I’d say September is a reasonable return (for CM Punk). Which is interesting, really interesting, because they set up the big angle with Drew McIntyre tonight to be his opponent when he returns, and Drew McIntyre's not under contract past April. And that has not changed.… pic.twitter.com/RtMDOsQ0KT— WrestlePurists (@WrestlePurists) January 30, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Bayley To Decide Her WrestleMania Opponent On 2/2 WWE SmackDown
863 days ago
WWE News

Bayley To Decide Her WrestleMania Opponent On 2/2 WWE SmackDown

Fresh off her epic Royal Rumble victory, Bayley strutted onto Raw this week, basking in the glory of Damage CTRL's dominance. She pointed out her glaring absence from the Rumble poster, only to stand tall as the last woman standing. ## Bayley reveled in being on top, boasting about shattering Rhea Ripley's endurance record in the match. But the reigning champ, Ripley, wasn't about to let Bayley have all the spotlight. She crashed the party, reminding everyone that Bayley only won because she wasn't even in the ring. ## Ripley was just about to drop some serious shade about Bayley wasting her title shot on her, when Nia Jax, the ultimate party crasher, laid Ripley out cold. Jax pummeled Ripley with brutal leg drops and capped it off with her devastating Annihilator. ## With Ripley writhing in pain, Jax turned to Bayley and offered a chilling ultimatum: pick anyone else for WrestleMania, because Ripley's ticket is officially punched to "nap city." Bayley, unfazed by the chaos, simply smirked and declared that she'll reveal her WrestleMania opponent on the February 2nd episode of SmackDown. ## What should @itsBayleyWWE do?!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/N4MTEJAT8S— WWE (@WWE) January 30, 2024 ## WWE SmackDown (2/2) Updated ## -Roman Reigns' road to WrestleMania begins ## -Logan Paul returns## -Bayley makes her WrestleMania 40 announcement## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Adam Pearce Has Officially Signed Andrade To The RAW Roster
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Raw

Adam Pearce Has Officially Signed Andrade To The RAW Roster

On January 27, 2024, during the Royal Rumble event, Andrade marked his comeback to WWE by participating in the men's Royal Rumble match as the fourth entrant. ## During tonight's edition of Monday Night Raw, We were in the back with Andrade, Adam Pearce, and Nick. Adam had a contract in his hands and informed Nick that he has signed Andrade to Monday Night Raw.## World's End would showcase Andrade's final appearance on AEW programming, as his contract was set to expire at the conclusion of 2023. This information was confirmed by Tony Khan during the post-show media scrum. ## WWE has not hinted at any storyline involving Andrade, but it will be intriguing to see whom WWE selects, considering the red brand boasts a lineup of numerous top stars. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE NXT Results January 30, 2024: Live Coverage, Winners, Commentary, Recap
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NXT

WWE NXT Results January 30, 2024: Live Coverage, Winners, Commentary, Recap

Here is the live coverage of WWE NXT which is scheduled to air live on January 30, 2024, from Capital Wrestling Center with a full action-packed match card.## Make sure you follow us on social so that you can come to know about momentary announcements and the latest results of WWE NXT and others. WWE NXT is broadcasted on USA Network [8 PM ET on Tuesday ] [You can watch WWE NXT live at 6:30 in India on Sony Ten 1/1HD/3/3HD every Wednesday morning].## WWE NXT Time In Canada: It airs live every Friday at 8 Am EDT on Sportsnet 360## WWE NXT Time In South Africa: The show also airs live on SuperSport Variety 3 in South Africa on Thursdays at 02:00 am CAT## NXT Time In Italy: In Italy, NXT airs live on Dplay 2:00 pm ## WWE NXT Results January 30, 2024 & Winners ## Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic Semifinal Match: Trick Williams and Carmelo Hayes vs Joaquin Wilde and Cruz del Toro ## The bell rings, and Hayes and Wilde ignite the match with a flurry of grapples. Hayes cinches in a side headlock, but Wilde counters with a waist lock and takes him down with a swift running side headlock takedown. They scramble back to their feet, trading waist locks before Hayes unleashes a flurry of arm drags and a punishing dropkick. Hayes maintains control with another side headlock, but Wilde evades his dropkick attempt and counters with a thunderous bulldog. ## Trick, eager to join the fray, tags in and rocks Wilde with a dropkick. Wilde retaliates with a swift jawbreaker, and Cruz, sensing an opening, blindsides Hayes with a double back elbow. Wilde follows up with an assisted slingshot splash, leaving Hayes reeling. Cruz capitalizes with a picture-perfect quebrada, nearly securing the pin. He pummels Hayes with punches and a thunderous chop, but Hayes weathers the storm and catches Cruz mid-air during a crossbody attempt, slamming him repeatedly on the mat. ## Cruz escapes Hayes' clutches and delivers a stinging dropkick to the back of Trick's leg. He cinches in a front face lock, but Trick pops up with a surprise punch, sending Cruz crashing to the canvas. Hayes tags in, his eyes blazing with vengeance. He unleashes a barrage of chops on Cruz, leaving welts across his chest. Hayes attempts a back elbow from the corner, but Cruz counters with a perfectly timed roundhouse kick, sending Hayes tumbling off the turnbuckles. ## Wilde, a blur of fury, tags in and connects with a senton on Hayes while Cruz dives through the ropes, taking out Williams with a suicide dive. Hayes stumbles back, dazed, but Wilde keeps the pressure on with a stiff forearm. He sends Hayes careening into the turnbuckles, but Hayes rallies, reversing the maneuver and sending Wilde into the steel himself. Hayes charges with an Irish whip, but Wilde catches him with a boot and decks him with a clothesline.## Wilde wrenches Hayes to the mat and applies a punishing snap mare followed by a vicious arm bar and chin bar combination. Hayes fights back with a punch, but Wilde responds with a thunderous forearm. The momentum shifts as Cruz tags in, delivering a flurry of kicks and choking Hayes in the corner. He rains down chops on Hayes before cinching in a suffocating rear chin lock. Hayes battles back with forearms, but Cruz connects with a dropkick, nearly securing the pin.## Cruz tightens his grip with a cobra clutch, but Hayes unleashes a barrage of punches, forcing Cruz to loosen his hold. However, Wilde tags in, adding his forearms to the assault. Hayes falls to his knees after a failed belly-to-back suplex attempt, but he rallies with a clothesline, sending both men crashing to the canvas. Trick and Wilde tag in, injecting fresh energy into the match. Trick unleashes a flurry of jumping side kicks, keeping Wilde on his toes. He connects with a forearm, but narrowly misses a clothesline on Wilde, accidentally hitting Cruz instead.## Trick recovers quickly and slams Wilde to the mat. He sets up for an uranage, but stumbles and ends up hitting a double one, nearly securing the pin. Trick whips Wilde into the corner and attempts a knee strike, but misses. He quickly tags in Hayes, who connects with a cyclone kick. Hayes follows up with an assisted splash, but Cruz breaks up the pin at the last second.## Hayes scales the turnbuckles, but Wilde cuts him off and sends him crashing into the turnbuckle padding. Cruz tags in and knocks Trick off the apron before connecting with a thunderous thrust kick on Hayes. Cruz joins Wilde on the top rope, and they unleash a breathtaking double coast-to-coast on Hayes. Cruz nearly secures the pin, but Williams pulls Hayes out of the ring just in time.## Hayes recovers and takes Wilde down, but Cruz intervenes with a neck breaker that sends Wilde flying into Trick for a DDT. Trick and Wilde roll out to the floor, leaving Hayes and Cruz to exchange blows in the center of the ring. They trade forearms and slaps, neither man willing to back down. Hayes connects with a roundhouse kick and sends Cruz reeling with an Irish whip. Cruz escapes to the apron and connects with a forearm before launching himself back into the ring with a missile dropkick.## Wilde tags in, and Cruz immediately scales the turnbuckles for a twisting senton. Hayes, however, anticipates the move and counters with a Codebreaker. He staggers to the turnbuckles to prevent Wilde from capitalizing, but Wilde catches him off guard and sends him face-first to the mat. Hayes, fueled by adrenaline, counters with another Codebreaker. Trick, sensing victory, tags in and blindsides Cruz with a jumping knee as he stumbles back into the ring. Trick covers Cruz for the three count, securing the hard-fought victory for his team. ## WINNER: Trick Williams and Carmelo Hayes ## Following the match, Oba Femi launches an attack on Cruz and Joaquin. Dragon Lee intervenes, delivering an enzuigiri and landing punches on Femi. Wilde and Cruz join the assault in a three-on-one scenario, but Femi manages to push them away. Oba retaliates with knees, tossing Wilde into Cruz. As Lee ascends the turnbuckles, Femi chops him mid-air.## In the backstage area, Ava interviews Ridge Holland. She expresses concern about Ridge's request for a three-on-one match and emphasizes the need to protect him from himself. Lexis King appears, attempting to curry favor with Ava by presenting a gift basket. Ava appreciates the gesture, and as Ridge requests a match against all three members of Gallus, Lexis hesitates, citing a meeting with Ava.## Ava, however, redirects the situation, suggesting that Lexis faces Ridge tonight. She then mentions a meeting and graciously accepts the gift basket. Ridge, unimpressed, passes on the gift to Lexis. ## Footage is shown of Tatum Paxley admiring a photo of her and Lyra. Tatum expresses her commitment to being there for Lyra. When Lyra confronts Tatum about the attack on Roxanne, Tatum claims that Lyra suggested the action. Lyra clarifies that she didn't want Roxanne taken out. Tatum insists that once she deals with Roxanne, Lyra won't have an opponent tonight. ## Lyra Valkyria joins Booker and Vic at the announce table for the next match. ## Roxanne Perez vs. Tatum Paxley ## Perez executes a Thesz Press, forcefully propelling Tatum into the turnbuckles. She follows up with a series of kicks while Tatum is trapped in the corner. Performing an Irish whip, Perez then executes a side Russian leg sweep, resulting in a near fall. Displaying a lack of sportsmanship, Perez pie-faces Tatum before slamming her head into the mat multiple times. Maintaining control, Perez locks in a cravat and secures a near fall while keeping Tatum in the hold. ## Tatum manages to escape with a snap mare, responding with forearms of her own. The exchange of forearms continues, with both competitors dishing out the strikes. Tatum shifts the momentum, executing a crossbody into the corner. She then applies a double underhook, placing Roxanne in the ropes and delivering a butterfly suplex for a near fall. Emulating Lyra, Tatum strikes a pose before hitting a drop kick through the ropes. ## As Tatum focuses on Lyra at the announce table, Roxanne seizes the opportunity and executes a suicide dive. Tatum attempts a swinging slam on Perez, who counters with an arm drag and kick combination. Perez finishes the match with the move called "Pop Rox," securing the three-count for the victory. ## WINNER: Roxanne Perez ## Following the match, Tatum launches an assault on Perez. Lyra enters the ring, and the two momentarily halt, stopping just short of engaging in a physical altercation while Tatum observes. ## In the kitchen area, Arianna Grace and Wren Sinclair engage in a conversation. Arianna compliments Wren for choosing the right person to learn from and notes that Wren's speech patterns suggest a background from a ranch. Unbeknownst to them, Fallon Henley approaches, eavesdropping on their conversation. Fallon remarks that something seems off in the surroundings. Arianna, displaying restraint, assures Fallon that she'll demonstrate her skills in the ring. Fallon, eager to make things happen, declares her intention to find Ava and arrange the match. ## As we head into a commercial break, Elektra Lopez and Lola Vice make their way through the backstage area. ## Singles Match: Elektra Lopez vs. Lola Vice ## As the bell rings, Lopez initiates a takedown accompanied by a series of punches. Lola responds with her own flurry of punches, followed by a shoulder tackle that forces Lopez to the floor. Despite Lola's round kick attempt, Lopez redirects her, sending Lola crashing into the ring post. Lola retaliates with a forearm, but Lopez counters with a knee to the head. ## Undeterred, Lola unleashes a barrage of Speedball kicks. She follows up with a running hip into the corner, dragging Lopez into the center of the ring for a near fall. Lola executes an axe kick to the back and transitions into a modified camel clutch. Lopez fights back with elbows, but Lola responds with a well-placed kick. ## Lopez manages a rollup for a near fall, but Lola retaliates with a punch, then a knee. Lola applies a triangle hold, but Lopez breaks free with a power bomb. Lola strikes back with a forearm, and Lopez counters with a back heel kick, expertly avoiding Lola's kick. Lopez delivers chops to Lola, followed by a double thrust to the throat and an elbow. She continues the assault with a short-arm clothesline, repeating the maneuver for added impact, securing a near fall with a uranage. Lola attempts a guillotine, but Lopez escapes, setting the stage for Lola's decisive round kick that secures the three-count. ## WINNER: Lola Vice ## The scene transitions to Dijak, who is engrossed in reviewing his match against Joe Gacy.## Suddenly, Joe enters the room, acknowledging that this is where Dijak comes to contemplate. Dijak retorts, expressing his thoughts about wanting to kick Joe's ass once again. Despite Dijak's request not to, Joe takes a seat.## Dijak queries Joe about his intentions. Joe nonchalantly claims not to desire anything in life and sarcastically thanks Dijak for his concern about the splinters he extracted from his backside. Undeterred, Joe asserts that Dijak can't shake him off and declares his persistent return. He plays a recording, prompting Dijak to react with a punch, but Joe swiftly retaliates with a punch of his own. ## Singles Match: Ridge Holland vs Lexis King ## They engage in a lock-up, reaching a stalemate. Lexis pushes Ridge in the back, sparking another lock-up. Ridge responds with a nerve hold and a sharp elbow to the bridge of the nose, following it up with a cover. A short arm clothesline by Ridge puts him in control. He employs a wrist lock, but King manages to escape to the floor. King uses a side headlock, and Ridge responds with a shoulder tackle. King retreats to the apron, prompting Ridge to follow.## Ridge sends King into the ring post, delivering a European uppercut. King counters with a chop. Returning to the ring, Ridge executes a back body drop and swings King around with a front face lock, concluding with a delayed vertical suplex for a near fall. A kick from King staggers Ridge. King sends Ridge into the turnbuckles, landing a clothesline and a chop. Ridge responds with chops and forearms. King counters with a kick, but Ridge retaliates with an Irish whip and an overhead belly-to-belly suplex for another near fall. Ridge continues the assault with a wrist lock and more chops.## King fights back with punches, but Ridge answers with a forearm. King sends Ridge into the turnbuckles and follows up with chops. Ridge responds with a shoulder tackle, attempting to hoist King onto his shoulders. King counters with elbows, Ridge retaliates with a clothesline, and King rolls to the floor. King lands a clothesline on Ridge outside the ring, then sends Ridge back in, connecting with elbows to the back of the head. King proceeds to choke Ridge in the corner, delivering a kick and uppercut. Ridge counters with a kick and an Irish whip, followed by a clothesline. King executes a snapmare and a kick to the back, earning a near fall. ## King applies a rear chin lock, and Ridge fights back with punches. However, King answers with a kick to the leg and a swinging neckbreaker for another near fall. King follows up with knees to the shoulder and a running clothesline to the back of Ridge's head, securing a near fall. King continues the assault with kicks to the chest. Ridge blocks a kick, retaliating with a T-bone suplex and an exploder. Ridge goes for a splash in the corner, but he runs into a boot from King. Ridge counters with a uranage. ## As the tension rises, Joe Coffey makes his presence known. Ridge punches Joe, stopping Wolfgang and Mark Coffey in their tracks. Ridge sends Joe to the floor with a forearm. Meanwhile, King lands a superkick on Ridge in the ropes and follows up with a hanging Coronation, securing the three-count. ## WINNER: Lexis King ## After the match, Joe, Mark, and Wolfgang initiate an attack on Ridge, introducing chairs into the ring. They position Ridge's leg within one chair and ruthlessly strike the leg with another.## In the backstage area, Andre Chase reflects on having to bid farewell to Chase University. Duke arrives, encouraging Andre to give it one last go. Returning to the present, Trick and Hayes are in the locker room discussing their upcoming match. They talk about their respective paths after the finals, with Hayes participating in the Rumble and Trick heading to Smackdown. Trick expresses distrust in Theory and Waller, but Hayes assures him that Ilja's mind games won't be an issue tonight. They pledge to handle things face to face.## In the ring, Andre, Duke, and Riley share their sentiments. Andre reminisces about the inception of Andre Chase University, acknowledging the impact it had on NXT. Duke expresses gratitude for being named MVP and highlights the positive experiences at Chase U. Emotional after watching a video, Andre considers the university's closure a teachable moment and looks forward to the future. Jacy Jayne and Thea Hail interrupt, suggesting that Chase U need not say goodbye.## Jacy acknowledges her initial skepticism but praises the bond among Chase U members. She credits Chase for bringing light into Duke's life and expresses her loyalty to those who care about her. Jacy unveils the 2024 Ladies of Chase U calendar, intending to generate revenue to save the university. The models parade into the aisle, and Jacy declares that the calendar sales will propel Chase U into the next decade. Chase embraces Jacy in gratitude.## Switching scenes, Tony, Channing, and Adrianna discuss their plans to take over NXT. Tony emphasizes the importance of earning respect, and Adrianna talks about her reputation as a girl with a big mouth that no one can shut up. Rizzo asserts her battle-tested wisdom, emphasizing the lady's touch required for success. Tony declares that OTM and Jaida will soon realize that the streets of NXT belong to D'Angelo and his family.## In another segment, Fallon Henley and Brooks Jensen engage in a conversation. Brooks begins to express himself, but Fallon interrupts him before he can ask an important question.## Returning from commercial, Chase U strategizes about distributing the calendars to Vengeance Day. Andre credits Jacy for saving Chase U and his life. Lexis King approaches and requests a signed calendar. Riley intervenes, positioning himself between Jacy and Thea, as Lexis attempts to engage with the ladies. Thea playfully admits liking Riley, in a way.## The scene shifts to Joe Gacy and Dijak fighting in the backstage area. ## Fallon Henley (with Wren Sinclair) vs Arianna Grace ## Fallon initiates a wrist lock when Grace playfully suggests she should kiss her hand. Grace skillfully rolls through to escape and proceeds to celebrate, posing for the crowd while blowing kisses. Fallon retaliates with a wrist lock and arm wringer, transitioning into an arm bar. Grace fights back with punches, and Fallon responds with a back elbow. A snap mare follows, and Grace, attempting to avoid a kick, pleads for mercy. Fallon showcases her agility with a series of arm drags. ## Grace counters with a forearm, attempting a slam, but Fallon cleverly escapes. A shoulder tackle by Fallon sets the tone, and she further impresses with a jumping side kick to Grace's head. Sliding to the floor, Fallon lands punches, demonstrating her aggression. Grace, however, responds with a back elbow and sends Fallon into the turnbuckles. Fallon counters with a punch and executes a rollup for a near fall. An Irish whip from Grace is met with a body scissors by Fallon, resulting in another near fall. ## Fallon maintains a wrist lock, and Grace executes a wrist lock takedown. Fallon, holding onto the wrist lock, transitions it into a hammerlock. Grace takes the action to the apron, sending Fallon into the turnbuckles. A Saito suplex from Grace showcases her strength. Grace focuses her attack on Fallon's lower back with forearms, kicks, and a running back elbow. A suplex earns Grace a near fall, and she continues with an Irish whip, delivering kicks in the corner and choking Fallon in the ropes. Grace applies a snap mare and a rear chin lock, adding punches for good measure. Fallon fights back with a punch, but Grace counters with an Irish whip and a back elbow. Fallon attempts to lift Grace on her shoulders, but Grace thwarts her with a fish hook followed by a forearm to the back, sending Fallon to the mat. ## Grace applies a rear chin lock, rubbing Fallon's face in the mat. She slams Fallon's head into the mat, but Fallon blocks a kick and retaliates with a back heel kick and punch. A flying clothesline and shoulder tackle by Fallon demonstrate her resilience. In the corner, Fallon executes a back elbow and a running hair take down. Grace rolls to the floor, and Fallon, undeterred, punches Grace before rolling her back into the ring. ## Jakara Jackson distracts the referee, allowing Lash Legend to deliver a bicycle kick to Fallon. Grace takes advantage of the situation, rolling onto Fallon to secure the three count. ## WINNER: Arianna Grace ## We cut to OTM and Jaida, who assert that attempts to confine Jaida to a specific image have failed. Nima emphasizes their mission to take over NXT and create disruptions, stating that they embody more than just a phrase or acronym – they represent a lifestyle. Parker declares her intention to clean up the floor in the women's locker room and highlights their collective rise from humble beginnings. SCRYPTS asserts that they're not to be played with, insisting that it's time for others to play their game. Price warns Tony and his gang that they'll regret not staying on the sidewalk. ## In the backstage area, Dijak and Gacy engage in a brawl atop a production truck. Dijak lands punches, holding Gacy precariously over the side. Gacy retaliates with kicks, and a fierce exchange of punches ensues. Eventually, Dijak sends Gacy off the truck, intensifying their feud. ## After a commercial break, Bron Breakker is seen on the phone. Baron Corbin approaches, commending Bron's performance at The Rumble and expressing surprise that he didn't receive a call. Bron addresses Baron's previous dislike for the Wolf Dogs' name, but Baron suggests focusing on the present. They discuss owing Carmelo one and express their ambition to secure gold, highlighting the potential for success in the near future. ## The broadcast revisits the earlier altercation between Dijak and Gacy on the production truck. ## The Heritage Cup: Noam Dar (with Jakara Jackson, Lash Legend, and Oro Mensah) vs. Von Wagner (with Robert Stone) ## Dar initiates with a kick to Von's leg, followed by another. He applies a side headlock, but Wagner responds with a forceful shoulder tackle. Von sends Dar into the turnbuckles when Dar attempts to escape. Despite Dar's kicking offense, Von blocks a kick and counters with a shoulder tackle. Von applies a front face lock, but Dar retaliates with kicks to the arm and a wrist lock. A kick from Dar and an arm drag follow. Dar slaps Von, and Von responds by running Dar into the corner and delivering shoulders followed by a takedown. Von executes a gutwrench suplex and takes off some of his wrist tape. Dar retaliates with kicks to Von's leg, but Von counters with punches as the round concludes. Von throws a few additional punches after the bell rings.## Von attempts to grab Dar as he is being carried to his corner.## Round Two:## Von starts the round with a splash to Oro and follows up with punches. He clotheslines Oro over the top rope to the floor. Dar capitalizes with a Nova Roller for the three-count.## Noam Dar: 1 Fall## Von Wagner: 0 Falls## Round Three:## Dar opens the round with a running forearm and a series of punches. Von pushes Dar away, but Dar continues with kicks to the leg. Dar executes a sliding kick to Von and taunts in front of Stone's kids. Dar wrenches Von's leg into the ring post and punches him from the floor. A sliding kick sends Von's leg into the ring post, followed by a Northern Lariat for a near fall.## Dar leaps off the turnbuckles, but Von catches him and delivers a choke slam for a near fall. Von follows with a delayed vertical suplex. Dar rolls to the floor, and Von pursues him, sending him back into the ring. Oro gets on the apron, and Lash and Jakara interfere by grabbing Von's leg. Wren and Fallon intervene, pulling them off Von. Dar attempts a knee bar, but Von blocks it just as the round ends. Dar takes his time releasing the hold.## Round Four: ## As the round commences, Dar strikes with a forearm. Von responds with a punch for a near fall. Von grabs Dar by the throat, but Dar counters with a back elbow. Von delivers an elbow to the head. Dar attempts a Nova Roller, but Von blocks it and executes a slam. Von misses a boot and tumbles over the top rope to the floor. Dar capitalizes with a boot that sends Von into the ring steps. Dar follows up with a drop kick to the knee against the ring steps. Dar charges for a Nova Roller, but Von dodges, causing Dar to crash into the ring steps.## Dar manages to escape Von, who retaliates with a Harley Race knee. Von misses a shoulder in the corner and hits the ring post. Dar capitalizes with a jackknife cover for the three count. ## WINNER: Noam Dar ## After the match, Dar and Oro taunt Stone's kids.## Von goes after Dar and Oro, removing the hood of the announce table. Von grabs Dar, setting up for a power bomb, but Oro tries to intervene with kicks. Dar manages to escape, delivering a kick to Von before he sends Oro through the announce table with a power bomb.## Ava confronts Dijak, expressing her displeasure and questioning if he wants to be suspended. Dijak requests a No DQ match against Gacy, despite Ava's concerns about Gacy's condition for Sunday. Gacy climbs out of a dumpster, showing enthusiasm for the proposed match, and then comically falls back into the dumpster. Ava instructs Dijak to leave the premises.## Trick Williams and Ilja Dragunov are seen walking backstage as the show goes to commercial.## Upon returning, there's a preview of the Vengeance Day card.## Trick Williams, addressing Ilja, invites him to the ring, and Ilja obliges.## Ilja remarks on Trick's apparent readiness to fight on Sunday, expressing his own readiness to face the hottest star in WWE. Ilja offers a handshake, but Trick refuses, suggesting Ilja might not be as smart as he looks. Trick accuses Ilja of manipulating the match date to gain an advantage.## Ilja defends his decision, explaining he wasn't cleared to wrestle earlier. He emphasizes the toll he took on his body in 2023 for the brand and asserts that Trick needed to be at his best for their match. Trick accuses Ilja of double-booking him, but Ilja clarifies that he offered Trick the match, and Trick accepted. Ilja blames Baron Corbin for making things personal.## Trick asserts his focus on winning the Dusty Classic and taking the title from Ilja. Ilja questions Trick's trust issues and warns that any sign of weakness will lead to the destruction of everything Trick has built.## They discuss their history, and Trick claims that no one, including the Mad Dragon, can destroy what he's built. Ilja disagrees, suggesting that Trick will write history on Sunday but not the history he desires.## Trick offers a handshake, and Ilja shakes it. Ilja unexpectedly hugs Trick, confusing him. Baron Corbin and Bron Breakker attack Trick from behind.## Hayes attempts to intervene, but Bron grabs him. Trick and Hayes manage to fend off Baron and Bron, sending them to the floor. ## Ilja confronts Trick, getting in his face as the situation intensifies. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...