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WWE NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn III
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WWL Report
Barclays Center, New York City, New York - August 19th, 2017
In a night filled with high-flying action and intense matchups, the WWE NXT crew delivered an unforgettable live broadcast from the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Zohash.com was on hand to capture all the excitement as five thrilling matches took center stage.
Match One: Andrade Almas vs. Johnny Gargano
The show opened with a thrilling contest between Andrade Almas and Johnny Gargano. The two competitors went toe-to-toe, trading submission holds and near-falls in a match that saw both men give it their all. In the end, Almas emerged victorious via pinfall at 13:16, leaving many wondering what might have been if Gargano had gotten his chance to shine.
Match Two: SAnitY (Alexander Wolfe & Eric Young) vs. The Authors Of Pain (Akam & Rezar)
The tag team action kicked off in a big way as SAnitY took on the formidable AOP. This one was all about power, with both teams trading blows and showing no quarter. In the end, it was SAnitY's cunning that paid off, as Wolfe and Young secured the win at 11:57 to retain their WWE NXT Tag Team Titles.
Match Three: Aleister Black vs. Hideo Itami
The dark horse of the evening was undoubtedly Aleister Black, who made his case for a title shot with an impressive victory over former champion Hideo Itami. The two competitors clashed in a match that saw both men push each other to new heights. In the end, it was Black's quickness and agility that proved too much for Itami, as he took home the win at 12:24.
Match Four: Asuka vs. Ember Moon
The women's division stole the show with an absolute barnburner between Asuka and Ember Moon. These two talented ladies left everything in the ring, trading moves and near-falls throughout. In the end, it was Asuka's experience that proved decisive, as she captured her WWE NXT Women's Title at 14:46.
Main Event: Drew McIntyre vs. Bobby Roode
The evening culminated with a showdown for the ages between Drew McIntyre and Bobby Roode. The two competitors went toe-to-toe in a match that saw both men dig deep to find a way to win. In the end, it was McIntyre's sheer strength and determination that paid off, as he captured the WWE NXT Title at 22:22.
In the end, it was an unforgettable night of action-packed wrestling from the Barclays Center. The WWE NXT crew proved once again why they're the crown jewel of professional wrestling.
Rating: 4.5/5
Recommendation: If you missed this one, don't worry - the replay will be worth your while. Get ready to relive the magic!
Card Details
- Date: 19 Aug 2017
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: Barclays Center
- Type: TV-Show
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 19 Aug 2017
Matches
Andrade Almas defeat Johnny Gargano in a Singles Match
Match Time: 13:16SAnitY (Alexander Wolfe and Eric Young)
(C)defeat The Authors Of Pain (Akam and Rezar) in a WWE NXT Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 11:57Aleister Black defeat Hideo Itami in a Singles Match
Match Time: 12:24Asuka
(C)defeat Ember Moon in a WWE NXT Women's Title Match
Match Time: 14:46Drew McIntyre
(C)defeat Bobby Roode in a WWE NXT Title Match
Match Time: 22:22