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WWE NXT #424

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WWE's Capitol Wrestling Center Showcase Delivers Thrills and Spills

Orlando, Florida - The WWE's Capitol Wrestling Center played host to an action-packed evening of wrestling on October 7th, as the promotion brought their A-game to the taped TV show. In a card that featured six matches, fans were treated to a diverse range of contests that showcased the best of what NXT has to offer.

Match 1: Tommaso Ciampa vs Kushida - Singles Match

The main event of the evening got underway with the ever-consistent Tommaso Ciampa taking on Kushida in a singles match. The former NXT Champion was his usual dominant self, using his technical prowess and power to wear down the Japanese sensation. In the end, it was Ciampa's patented Project Ciampa that sealed the deal, as he picked up the win in 10:52.

Match 2: Drake Maverick and Killian Dain vs Ever-Rise (Chase Parker and Matt Martel) - Tag Team Match

In a fast-paced opener, Drake Maverick and Killian Dain made quick work of Ever-Rise. The duo's high-flying antics were matched by the sheer brute force of the larger men, resulting in a decisive victory for the team in just 4:02.

Match 3: Austin Theory vs Leon Ruff - Singles Match

In a match that flew by in a blink, Austin Theory took down Leon Ruff with a series of swift kicks and a vicious dropkick. The win was all but secured when Theory followed up with a devastating Theory Driver, ending the contest in just 1:46.

Match 4: Dexter Lumis vs Austin Theory - Singles Match

In what can only be described as a case of "be careful what you wish for", Austin Theory's aggressive tactics came back to haunt him against the enigmatic Dexter Lumis. The former indie star used his cunning and agility to outmaneuver Theory, ultimately securing the win in 12:09.

Match 5: Ridge Holland vs Danny Burch - Singles Match

The rugged Ridge Holland brought his brand of hard-hitting action to the ring, where he faced off against Danny Burch. The result was all but a foregone conclusion, as Holland's sheer power and intensity proved too much for the plucky Brit, with the win coming in just 2:04.

Match 6: Shotzi Blackheart vs Xia Li - Singles Match

In what can only be described as a thrilling showcase of female wrestling talent, Shotzi Blackheart took on Xia Li. The two women traded moves and momentum throughout, before Blackheart's signature shot to the back sent Li crashing to the mat for the win in 2:10.

Main Event: Ember Moon and Rhea Ripley vs Dakota Kai and Raquel Gonzalez - Tag Team Match

The evening's main event saw Ember Moon and Rhea Ripley team up against Dakota Kai and Raquel Gonzalez. The four women put on a show, with each side trading holds and near-falls aplenty. In the end, it was the combination of Moon's aerial prowess and Ripley's raw power that proved too much for the opposing duo, as they secured the win in 11:49.

All in all, WWE's Capitol Wrestling Center showcase delivered a card that had something for everyone. With no shortage of thrilling matches and memorable moments, fans were left eager to see what's next from this talented group of performers.


Card Details

  • Date: 07 Oct 2020
  • Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
  • Arena: Capitol Wrestling Center (WWE Performance Center)
  • Type: TV-Show
  • Broadcast Type: Taped
  • Broadcast Date: 07 Oct 2020

Matches

  1. Tommaso Ciampa defeat Kushida in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 10:52

  2. Drake Maverick and Killian Dain defeat Ever-Rise (Chase Parker and Matt Martel) in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 04:02

  3. Austin Theory defeat Leon Ruff in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 01:46

  4. Dexter Lumis defeat Austin Theory in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 12:09

  5. Ridge Holland defeat Danny Burch in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 02:04

  6. Shotzi Blackheart defeat Xia Li in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 02:10

  7. Ember Moon and Rhea Ripley defeat Dakota Kai and Raquel Gonzalez in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 11:49