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WWE NXT TakeOver: Toronto
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ZOHASH.COM EXCLUSIVE: In-depth Report from the Air Canada Centre as WWE NXT Brings the House Down!
Toronto, Ontario, Canada - November 19, 2016 - The sold-out crowd of 12,649 at the Air Canada Centre bore witness to a thrilling night of professional wrestling action as World Wrestling Entertainment's (WWE) developmental brand, NXT, brought its A-game to the Canadian soil. Zohash.com was there to capture every moment, and we've got all the details for you!
Match 1: Bobby Roode vs. Tye Dillinger
The show kicked off with a bang as fan favorite Bobby Roode took on the rugged Tye Dillinger in a high-energy singles match. The action-packed contest saw both men trading blows, showcasing their impressive physiques and technical grappling skills. In the end, it was Roode who emerged victorious, pinning Dillinger after a vicious Roode Bomb to secure a hard-fought victory (16:30).
Match 2: Authors of Pain (Akam and Rezar) vs. TM-61 (Nick Miller and Shane Thorne)
The Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic 2016 final match saw the monstrous Authors of Pain face off against the high-flying TM-61. The tag team bout was an absolute barnburner, with both teams displaying incredible chemistry and athleticism. In the end, it was Akam and Rezar who stood tall, overpowering their opponents to claim the win (8:20).
Match 3: #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa) vs. The Revival
The main event of the evening saw #DIY put their WWE NXT Tag Team Titles on the line against The Revival in a Best Two Out Of Three Falls match. This contest was nothing short of phenomenal, with all four competitors giving it their all in an epic battle for supremacy. In the end, it was #DIY who retained their titles, outlasting The Revival 2-1 (22:15).
Match 4: Asuka vs. Mickie James
The women's division stole the show as Asuka faced off against Mickie James for the WWE NXT Women's Title. This match saw two of the best female competitors in the world go toe-to-toe, with both displaying incredible technical skill and athleticism. In the end, it was Asuka who emerged victorious, retaining her title (13:05).
Main Event: Samoa Joe vs. Shinsuke Nakamura
The main event of the evening saw Samoa Joe put his WWE NXT Championship on the line against Shinsuke Nakamura. This contest was an absolute war, with both men leaving everything they had in the ring. In the end, it was Samoa Joe who emerged victorious, retaining his title (20:09).
Post-Match Fallout
Following the main event, a stunned crowd witnessed Samoa Joe celebrating his victory alongside Asuka and #DIY, solidifying his position as the top dog in WWE NXT.
In conclusion, this edition of WWE NXT delivered an incredible show, showcasing some of the best professional wrestling talent in the world. The packed Air Canada Centre was treated to a night filled with action-packed matches, memorable moments, and thrilling championship bouts. Zohash.com is honored to have been there to capture it all!
Stay tuned for our exclusive interviews, photos, and recaps from this event!
Card Details
- Date: 19 Nov 2016
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: Air Canada Centre
- Attendance: 12649
- Type: TV-Show
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 19 Nov 2016
Matches
Bobby Roode defeat Tye Dillinger in a Singles Match
Match Time: 16:30The Authors Of Pain (Akam and Rezar) defeat TM-61 (Nick Miller and Shane Thorne) in a Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic 2016 Final Match
Match Time: 08:20#DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa)
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defeat The Revival in a WWE NXT Tag Team Title Best Two Out Of Three Falls Match
Match Time: 22:15Asuka
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defeat Mickie James in a WWE NXT Women's Title Match
Match Time: 13:05Samoa Joe
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defeat Shinsuke Nakamura in a WWE NXT Title Match
Match Time: 20:09