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WWE NXT TakeOver: Philadelphia
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WWE NXT LIVE FROM WELLS FARGO CENTER: UNDISPUTED ERA TAKES THE TAG TITLE, BLACK AND ALMAZ SHINE IN THRILLING MAIN EVENTS
Philadelphia, PA - January 27, 2018 - The WWE NXT universe converged upon the Wells Fargo Center for a thrilling night of action-packed wrestling, featuring a star-studded card that left fans on the edge of their seats.
The evening kicked off with an electrifying opener as The Undisputed ERA's Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly took on The Authors Of Pain's Akam and Rezar in a highly anticipated WWE NXT Tag Team Title Match. In a match that showcased each team's unique blend of power and technical prowess, the challengers emerged victorious, capturing the gold with a stunning double-team maneuver at 14:50.
Next up was a singles showdown pitting The Velveteen Dream against Kassius Ohno in what proved to be an intense and hard-hitting contest. With both men trading blows and showcasing their impressive aerial abilities, it was The Dream who ultimately came out on top with a picture-perfect shooting star press at 10:45.
The women's division took center stage as Ember Moon clashed with Shayna Baszler in a WWE NXT Women's Title Match that featured a mix of high-flying offense and submission wizardry. In the end, it was Moon who secured the pinfall victory, adding another chapter to her growing legacy at 10:06.
The main event saw two of NXT's top talents, Aleister Black and Adam Cole, face off in an Extreme Rules Match that promised chaos and destruction. And boy, did it deliver! The two competitors left everything they had in the ring, trading blows, kicks, and even a few dives to the outside, before Black finally secured the win with a devastating knee strike at 22:02.
But the night's true main event took place in the WWE NXT Championship match as Andrade Almas put his title on the line against Johnny Gargano. In what was easily the most physically demanding bout of the evening, both men gave it their all, trading near-falls and delivering punishing blows to each other. Ultimately, Almas emerged victorious, retaining his championship with a series of swift strikes at 32:19.
In conclusion, WWE NXT's latest offering from Philadelphia's Wells Fargo Center was an absolute thrill ride from start to finish, showcasing the depth and diversity of the brand's incredible talent pool. With performances like these, it's clear that the future of professional wrestling is in good hands.
Final Thoughts
The Undisputed ERA's tag team title reign continues, while Ember Moon and Andrade Almas solidify their positions as top contenders. Aleister Black, meanwhile, proves himself a force to be reckoned with in any situation. And as for Adam Cole... well, it seems the "Boom Boom Kid" still has some unfinished business on his hands.
Match Ratings
- The Undisputed ERA (Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly) vs. The Authors Of Pain (Akam and Rezar): 4/5
- The Velveteen Dream vs. Kassius Ohno: 3.5/5
- Ember Moon vs. Shayna Baszler: 4/5
- Aleister Black vs. Adam Cole: 4.5/5
- Andrade Almas vs. Johnny Gargano: 5/5
WWE NXT RANKINGS
- Andrade Almas (Champion)
- Aleister Black
- Ember Moon
- The Undisputed ERA (Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly) - Tag Team Champions
- Johnny Gargano
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Card Details
- Date: 27 Jan 2018
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: Wells Fargo Center
- Type: TV-Show
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 27 Jan 2018
Matches
The Undisputed ERA (Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly)
(C)
defeat The Authors Of Pain (Akam and Rezar) in a WWE NXT Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 14:50The Velveteen Dream defeat Kassius Ohno in a Singles Match
Match Time: 10:45Ember Moon
(C)
defeat Shayna Baszler in a WWE NXT Women's Title Match
Match Time: 10:06Aleister Black defeat Adam Cole in a Extreme Rules Match
Match Time: 22:02Andrade Almas
(C)
defeat Johnny Gargano in a WWE NXT Title Match
Match Time: 32:19