NXT: The Next Big Thing

[Mike7429]

People ask... What is NXT? Here are some answers.

 

“The greatest thing to happen to wrestling since the attitude era.” –Jeff Trios, Rolling Stone Magazine

“The stars shine bright in NXT.”-Brian Mellwick, Pro Wrestling Insider

“NXT wrestling is the future.”-Hulk Hogan, WWE Legend

 

NXT has been the brain child of Triple H, and many hard core fans of WWE prefer it to the weekly shows. The growing popularity has seen an agreement form: Vince McMahon gave the complete control to Triple H.

The first thing Triple H did while in control of NXT was take them off the WWE network, and put them on PPV. Triple H created “HHH Productions”, with the sole focus on taking NXT to the global level.

 

Some other changes Triple H has made:

-NXT will be a 1 hour and 30 minute show each week.

-NXT will be shown on Hulu Plus, and Fox Sports Net. Both carriers have a 12 episode contract right now.

-Full Sail University has added more space. The capacity of the arena is now 1,200.

 

Game Starting Date: Week 1, March 2015

Starting Champions:

NXT Heavyweight Champion: Kevin Owens

NXT Tag Team Champions: Wesley Blake and Buddy Murphy

NXT Woman’s Champion: Sasha Banks

 

OOC Post: My character is Triple H. The format will be similar to a TNA dynasty I have done. http://www.greydogsoftware.com/forum/showthread.php?t=524594

[Mike7429]

NXT Wrestling: Live from Full Sail University

March, Week 1, 2015

Announce Team: Tom Phillips, Jason Albert, and Corey Graves

Attendance: 1,200 (Sell Out)

 

PRE SHOW:

Marcus Louis vs. Scott Dawson

In an absolutely wretched bout that was devoid of action or heat, Marcus Louis defeated Scott Dawson in 7:31 by submission. RATING: 14

-Thank goodness this was on the pre-show. These two did not click, and the match brought the crowds mood down.

 

MAIN SHOW:

ANGLE: Triple H Kicks Off the Show

Triple H comes to the ring, and welcomes the fans to the new and improved Full Sail University. Triple H promises big things coming for NXT. He says that he wants to do more live events, and promises some announcements soon. He then hypes tonight’s show, and name drops Kevin Owens, Sami Zayn, Fin Balor, and Bayley. RATING: 80

 

OPENING MATCH: Wesley Blake vs. Simon Gotch

In an extremely poor match, Wesley Blake defeated Simon Gotch in 8:19 by pinfall with a Spinebuster. RATING: 25

-Tag team champion Wesley Blake continues building momentum here.

 

ANGLE: The Certified G`s make their way to the ring

The charismatic Enzo Amore declared that soon there would be new tag team champions. The team then declared everyone else as SAWFT. RATING: 16

 

MATCH 2: The Certified G`s vs. CJ Parker and Tye Dillinger

In an extremely poor match, The Certified G's defeated CJ Parker and Tye Dillinger in 7:43 when Enzo Amore defeated Tye Dillinger by submission. RATING: 30

-Enzo Amore was able to improve in his rumble and performance skills in this match. I am a bit disappointed in the grade though.

 

MATCH 3: Bayley vs. Becky Lynch

In a short match, Bayley defeated Becky Lynch in 5:02 by pinfall with a Hugplex. Charlotte came out to distract Becky Lynch, to help Bayley win. RATING: 53

-This match advanced the Woman’s Title storyline. Next week will be Charlotte vs. Becky Lynch.

 

MATCH 4: Finn Balor vs. Tyler Breeze

In a bout that had solid in-ring action but not much in the way of heat, Finn Balor defeated Tyler Breeze in 10:15 by pinfall with a Diving Double Foot Stomp. RATING: 45

-Tyler Breeze was able to improve on his rumble and performance skills.

 

ANGLE: Rhyno congratulates Balor from the ramp

After Finn Balor was able to defeat Tyler Breeze, Rhyno stood on the ramp and congratulated him. Balor was a bit confused by this. RATING: 47

-The Balor vs. Rhyno storyline has advanced with this segment.

 

MAIN EVENT: Sami Zayn and Hideo Itami vs. Kevin Owens and The Brian Kendrick

In a bout that had solid in-ring action and average heat, Kevin Owens and The Brian Kendrick defeated Sami Zayn and Hideo Itami in 15:06 when Kevin Owens defeated Sami Zayn by submission with a Sharpshooter after blatantly cheating. RATING: 53

-This match was able to advance the Owens vs. Zayn storyline and the Itami vs. Kendrick Storyline. Owens and Kendrick had no chemistry as partners.

 

ANGLE: Owens Powerbombs Sami Zayn

After the tag team main event, Sami Zayn was disappointed with the result. Brian Kendrick went to shake his hand, only to throw him into Owens. Owens preformed a brutal powerbomb to Sami Zayn. RATING: 47

-The Owens vs. Zayn storyline advanced here.

 

OVERALL SHOW RATING: 47

Confirmed for Next Show:

- Becky Lynch will be taking on Charlotte after she interfered in her match tonight.

-Finn Balor will respond to the gesture Rhyno made to him.

-Adrian Neville will be in action, against The Brian Kendrick.

[Mike7429]

<p>Week 1 of March</p><p> </p><p>

Weekly News Roundup:</p><p>

-On an exciting episode of WWE Smackdown, Randy Orton was able to defeat Brock Lesnar, Dolph Ziggler, and Bad News Barrett in a fatal fourway to win the WWE World Heavyweight title.</p><p>

-NXT has sent out some contracts, trying to sign stars for the upcoming live events Triple H touched on during this week’s episode.</p><p>

-Paul Heyman was appointed to the head booker position in WWE.</p><p>

RAW scored a 5.46 rating on USA Network. Smackdown received a 3.23 on SyFy. Impact Wrestling got a 0.96 on Destination America. NXT Wrestling got a 0.47 on Fox Sports Net, and a 0.23 on Hulu Plus.</p>

[Mike7429]

<p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p>NXT Wrestling: Live from Full Sail University</p><p>

March, Week 2, 2015</p><p>

Announce Team: Tom Phillips, Jason Albert, and Corey Graves</p><p>

Attendance: 1,200 (Sell Out)</p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p>

PRE SHOW:</p><p>

Sabby Piscitelli vs. Scott Dawson vs. Hugo Knox vs. Chad Gable</p><p>

In an absolutely wretched bout that was devoid of action or heat, Chad Gable defeated Scott Dawson, Hugo Knox and Sabby Piscitelli in 4:41 when Chad Gable defeated Hugo Knox by pinfall with a German Suplex. <strong>RATING: 18</strong></p><p> </p><p>

MAIN SHOW:</p><p>

ANGLE: A Video Recapping Last Week</p><p>

A video plays, highlighting what happened last week on NXT. The main focus point of the video was the continuing story between Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn. <strong>RATING: 51</strong></p><p> </p><p>

MATCH1: Blake & Murphy vs. Shoot Nation (Sawyer Fulton and Angelo Dawkins)</p><p>

In an absolutely wretched bout that was devoid of action or heat, Blake & Murphy defeated Shoot Nation in 5:52 when Buddy Murphy defeated Sawyer Fulton by pinfall with a Brainbuster. <strong>RATING: 14</strong></p><p>

<em>-The NXT Tag Team champions were victorious, but they did not put on an impressive performance here.</em></p><p> </p><p>

MATCH 2: Baron Corbin vs. Tyler Breeze</p><p>

In an extremely poor match, Baron Corbin defeated Tyler Breeze in 8:08 by pinfall with an End of Days. <strong>RATING: 33</strong></p><p>

<em>-Baron Corbin was able to improve on his Performance skills. This match continued the Corbin vs. Breeze storyline.</em></p><p> </p><p>

ANGLE: Finn Balor comes to the ring, calls out Rhyno</p><p>

Finn Balor asks Rhyno about last week, and why he decided to clap for him. Finn Balor says Rhyno had no business being in the arena while he was there. Rhyno starts to look agitated by Finn Balor. Balor said that Rhyno was nothing special in wrestling, and that he doesn`t deserve to be in NXT. The two then started to get in each other’s faces, until officials came in the ring and stepped between them. <strong>RATING: 31</strong></p><p>

<em>-The upcoming Balor vs. Rhyno match is something I am looking forward too.</em> </p><p> </p><p>

MATCH 3: Kalisto vs. Solomon Crowe </p><p>

In an extremely poor match, Solomon Crowe defeated Kalisto in 9:56 by pinfall with an Assault Driver. <strong>RATING: 34</strong></p><p>

<em>-Both men were able to improve on some skills in this match.</em></p><p> </p><p>

MATCH 4: Hideo Itami vs. Bull Dempsey</p><p>

In a bout that had solid in-ring action but not much in the way of heat, Hideo Itami defeated Bull Dempsey in 9:32 by pinfall with a Diving Double Foot Stomp following interference from Mojo Rawley. <strong>RATING: 41</strong></p><p>

<em>-Hideo Itami came out of this match looking good. Mojo Rawleys interference was to start a Bull Dempsey vs. Mojo Rawley storyline.</em></p><p> </p><p>

MATCH 5: Becky Lynch vs. Charlotte</p><p>

In a match that had an average crowd reaction and some decent in-ring action, Becky Lynch defeated Charlotte in 7:51 by pinfall while her feet were on the ropes. <strong>RATING: 48</strong></p><p>

<em>-Charlotte was upset about putting Becky Lynch over. After explaining to her how this would advance the womans title story, she agreed. </em></p><p> </p><p>

MAIN EVENT: Adrian Neville vs. The Brian Kendrick</p><p>

In a bout that had solid in-ring action and average heat, Adrian Neville defeated The Brian Kendrick in 14:40 by pinfall with a Corkscrew Shooting Star Press after Hideo Itami distracted The Brian Kendrick. <strong>RATING: 56</strong></p><p>

<em>-A very good main event here. Adrien Neville is always impressive. The involvement of Hideo Itami was to start a Brian Kendrick vs. Hideo Itami storyline.</em></p><p> </p><p>

ANGLE: Adrian Neville is attacked in the ring</p><p>

Adrian Neville is in the ring when all the lights go off. When they return, he is down and hurt, looked dazed from the assault. Whoever attacked him is nowhere to be found. <strong>RATING: 59</strong></p><p>

<em>-Who attacked Neville?</em></p><p> </p><p>

<strong>OVERALL SHOW RATING: 53</strong></p><p>

Confirmed for Next Show:</p><p>

- The NXT Womans champion Sasha Banks will be in action.</p><p>

-Finn Balor takes on Rhyno in the main event.</p><p>

-Triple H will be on the show.</p><p>

-A new number one contender for the NXT tag team championships will be crowned.</p>

[Mike7429]

<p>Week 2 of March</p><p> </p><p>

Weekly News Roundup:</p><p>

-TNA has signed both Roddy Piper and Ted Dibiase Sr.</p><p>

-For the second week in a row, RAW was headlined by a John Cena vs. Big Show match. For those keeping track, the series is now 2-0 Big Show.</p><p>

-NXT reached out to Lucha Underground, Ring of Honor, New Japan Pro Wrestling, and Total Nonstop Action Wrestling for working agreements. The only company to reject the agreement was TNA.</p><p>

RAW scored a 5.65 rating on USA Network, up 0.19. Smackdown received a 3.27 on SyFy, up 0.04. Impact Wrestling got a 0.97 on Destination America, up 0.01. NXT Wrestling got a 0.46 on Fox Sports Net (down 0.01), and a 0.23 on Hulu Plus (Same as last week).</p>

[Mike7429]

<p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p>NXT Wrestling: Live from Full Sail University</p><p>

March, Week 3, 2015</p><p>

Announce Team: Tom Phillips, Jason Albert, and Corey Graves</p><p>

Attendance: 1,200 (Sell Out)</p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p>

PRE SHOW:</p><p>

Bull Dempsey vs. Hideo Itami</p><p>

In a bout that had solid in-ring action but not much in the way of heat, Hideo Itami defeated Bull Dempsey in 7:29 by pinfall with a Diving Double Foot Stomp. <strong>RATING: 42</strong></p><p> </p><p>

MAIN SHOW:</p><p>

ANGLE: The cameras catch a brawl going on backstage</p><p>

Bull Dempsey and Mojo Rawley are backstage; an argument breaks out, and they start brawling with each other. A host of road agents and staff have to pull them apart. <strong>RATING: 10</strong></p><p>

<em>-This continued the Dempsey vs. Rawley storyline, but it also brought the crowds mood down.</em></p><p> </p><p>

MATCH 1: The Certified G`s vs. The Vaudevillians vs. Solomon Crown & Tyler Breeze</p><p>

This match was for the number one contendership for the NXT Tag Team Titles. In an extremely poor match, Solomon Crowe & Tyler Breeze defeated The Certified G's and The Vaudevillains in 10:03; the order of elimination was The Vaudevillians first, and then The Certified G's. <strong>RATING: 35</strong></p><p>

<em>-Tyler Breeze and Solomon Crowe had great chemistry as tag team partners, and are next in line for a title shot. </em></p><p> </p><p>

ANGLE: Triple H announces the next Takeover Special, along with live shows</p><p>

Triple H came down to the ring to announce that the next Takeover event would occur on the second week of April. He promises big surprises for the show. It will be called NXT: Rebirth. Triple H also announced that starting at the end of March, NXT will be expanding from Full Sail University, and said that New York, Chicago, and Boston will be getting live NXT action soon. <strong>RATING: 86</strong></p><p>

<em>-The next Takeover event will happen in 3 weeks, on the second week of April. It will be called NXT: Rebirth.</em></p><p> </p><p>

ANGLE: Chris Hero is backstage</p><p>

Chris Hero is shown backstage! He is back in NXT wrestling, and getting ready to take on Kevin Owens tonight. <strong>RATING: 24</strong></p><p> </p><p>

MATCH 2: Kalisto vs. The Brian Kendrick</p><p>

In a bout that had solid in-ring action but not much in the way of heat, The Brian Kendrick defeated Kalisto in 8:17 by pinfall with a Sliced Bread #2. He then said he is the greatest thing in NXT, and challenged Hideo Itami to a match at Takeover. <strong>RATING: 34</strong></p><p> </p><p>

ANGLE: Tyler Breeze Backstage</p><p>

Tyler Breeze says that Baron Corbin got lucky in their match, and that he will have the last laugh. <strong>RATING: 33</strong></p><p> </p><p>

MATCH 3: Chris Hero vs. Kevin Owens</p><p>

In a bout that had solid in-ring action and average heat, Kevin Owens defeated Chris Hero in 12:10 by submission with a Sharpshooter. <strong>RATING: 52</strong></p><p>

<em>-Chris Hero looked good in his return match to NXT. Kevin Owens also looked good.</em></p><p> </p><p>

ANGLE: Sami Zayn wants a rematch</p><p>

Sami Zayn congratulates Kevin Owens on his victory, and he tells him to enjoy it. He promises that at Takeover: Rebirth, he will win back his NXT World Heavyweight Championship. Kevin Owens says Sami Zayn has to prove himself next week, to get a title match. <strong>RATING: 59</strong></p><p> </p><p>

ANGLE: Adrian Neville calls out his challenger backstage</p><p>

Adrian Neville is backstage, discussing the attack he suffered last week. He said whoever attacked him is not a real man. It suddenly goes black, and the monitor behind him reads: “AT TAKEOVER, IT WILL BE YOUR LAST MATCH. I AM HERE TO TAKE YOUR SPOT.” Adrian Neville does not look worried. <strong>RATING: 55</strong></p><p> </p><p>

MATCH 4: Alexa Bliss vs. Sasha Banks</p><p>

In a bout that had solid in-ring action but not much in the way of heat, Sasha Banks defeated Alexa Bliss in 6:42 by pinfall with a Wheelbarrow Bulldog. <strong>RATING: 47</strong></p><p>

<em>-The NXT Womans champion was victorious against a very game Alexa Bliss. The announcers then began to speculate on who will challenge Sasha Banks at Takeover.</em></p><p> </p><p>

MAIN EVENT: Rhyno vs. Finn Balor</p><p>

In a match that had an average crowd reaction and some decent in-ring action, Rhyno drew with Finn Balor in 14:51 when the referee lost control and stopped the match. The two superstars brawled all around Full Sail University. It is clear the war is just beginning. <strong>RATING: 49</strong></p><p> </p><p>

<strong>OVERALL SHOW RATING: 58</strong></p><p>

Confirmed for Next Show:</p><p>

- Sami Zayn will take on the handpicked opponent of Kevin Owens.</p><p>

-More possible matches will be announced for Takeover.</p><p> </p><p>

CURRENT TAKEOVER: REBIRTH CARD:</p><p>

Being held live on Saturday, on the Second Week of April</p><p>

NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH:</p><p>

Blake & Murphy (Champions) vs. Solomon Crowe & Tyler Breeze</p><p>

Adrian Neville vs. ???</p><p>

Bull Dempsey vs. Mojo Rawley</p>

[Mike7429]

<p>Week 3 of March</p><p> </p><p>

Weekly News Roundup:</p><p>

-Vince McMahon has announced his attention to retire from the wresting industry in one month. He was quoted saying he feels the future of the industry is in good hands. Stephanie McMahon has taken over as owner of WWE.</p><p> </p><p>

-RAW scored a 5.55 rating on USA Network, down 0.10 from last week. Smackdown received a 3.31 on SyFy, up 0.04. Impact Wrestling got a 0.97 on Destination America, same as last week. NXT Wrestling got a 0.46 on Fox Sports Net (same as last week), and a 0.25 on Hulu Plus (up 0.02).</p><p> </p><p>

NXT has confirmed the upcoming shows:</p><p> </p><p>

NXT: Live (New York)- Saturday, Week 4, March 2015</p><p>

Being held at the First Arena, in Elmira New York</p><p>

Featuring Kevin Owens vs. Finn Balor</p><p> </p><p>

NXT Takeover: Rebirth- Saturday, Week 2, April 2015 (Live on PPV)</p><p>

Being held live from Full Sail University</p><p>

Main Event TBD</p><p> </p><p>

NXT: Live (Chicago)- Saturday, Week 3, April 2015</p><p>

Being held at the Chicago Theatre, in Chicago Illinois </p><p>

Main Event TBD</p>

[K-Nection]

I was curious are running NXT as a separate company with a working agreement?

[Mike7429]

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="K-Nection" data-cite="K-Nection" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39685" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>I was curious are running NXT as a separate company with a working agreement?</div></blockquote><p> </p><p> I am using the mod found here: <a href="http://www.greydogsoftware.com/forum/showthread.php?t=530571" rel="external nofollow">http://www.greydogsoftware.com/forum/showthread.php?t=530571</a></p><p> </p><p> In the mod, WWE and NXT are at war. I modified it and changed the agreement to a working one.</p><p> </p><p> NXT is a separate company from WWE.</p>

[Mike7429]

<p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p>NXT Wrestling: Live from Full Sail University</p><p>

March, Week 4, 2015</p><p>

Announce Team: Tom Phillips, Jason Albert, and Corey Graves</p><p>

Attendance: 1,200 (Sell Out)</p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p>

PRE SHOW:</p><p>

Adrian Neville vs. Sylvester Lefort</p><p>

In a match that had an average crowd reaction and some decent in-ring action, Adrian Neville defeated Sylvester Lefort in 6:30 by pinfall with a Corkscrew Shooting Star Press. <strong>RATING: 52</strong></p><p>

<em>-Axl Keegan probably could of done a better job at putting this match together. Is it possibly time for a new road agent?</em></p><p> </p><p>

MAIN SHOW:</p><p>

ANGLE: Finn Balor kicks off NXT Wrestling</p><p>

Finn Balor comes down to the ring. He takes a microphone and starts talking to the crowd about Rhyno. Rhyno eventually comes to the ring. They have a big argument, going back and forth on the microphone, before agreeing to face each other at Takeover: Rebirth. <strong>RATING: 51</strong></p><p>

<em>-Good way to kick off the show, and continue the storyline. The match will happen at Takeover!</em></p><p> </p><p>

MATCH 1: The Certified G`s vs. Solomon Crowe & Tyler Breeze</p><p>

In an extremely poor match, Solomon Crowe & Tyler Breeze defeated The Certified G's in 9:39 when Solomon Crowe defeated Colin Cassady by pinfall with an Assault Driver. <strong>RATING: 35</strong></p><p>

<em>-The Certified G`s were able to improve on some skills in this match. Crowe and Breeze gain momentum towards their title match in 2 weeks.</em></p><p> </p><p>

MATCH 2: Mojo Rawley vs. Tye Dillinger</p><p>

In an awful match that was completely devoid of heat, Mojo Rawley defeated Tye Dillinger in 5:24 by pinfall with a Running Seated Senton. <strong>RATING: 24</strong></p><p>

<em>-The hype the crowd had for Mojo Rawley seems to be gone. Hopefully he and Bull can deliver. I am thinking of having their match on the pre show of Takeover.</em></p><p> </p><p>

MATCH 3: Carmella vs. Becky Lynch</p><p>

In an extremely poor match, Becky Lynch defeated Carmella in 6:07 by pinfall with a Hard Knox. <strong>RATING: 27</strong></p><p>

<em>-Another stinker of a match. Colon Cassady did good work at ringside though. The number one contender for the NXT Womans Championship will be determined in New York.</em></p><p> </p><p>

ANGLE: Adrien Neville is backstage</p><p>

Adrian Neville is backstage, getting ready to deliver an interview. The lights suddenly go out again, and some brawling occurs. When the lights turn back on, we see Samoa Joe standing over Adrian Neville! Samoa Joe is the one who has been targeting Neville. <strong>RATING: 62</strong></p><p>

<em>-I wanted to wait until Takeover to reveal Samoa Joe, but he was becoming irritated on being left out on the weekly programming. Gotta love a guy chomping at the bits to wrestle! His debut came across well here. The Neville vs. Joe storyline advanced here.</em></p><p> </p><p>

MATCH 4: Kalisto vs. CJ Parker</p><p>

In an extremely poor match, Kalisto defeated CJ Parker in 5:33 by pinfall with a Standing Sitout Shiranui. <strong>RATING: 32</strong></p><p>

<em>-Kalisto and CJ Parker have great chemistry. This match was just used to get both guys on TV. It was bad, but it could of been worse.</em></p><p> </p><p>

ANGLE: Adrian Neville vs. Samoa Joe is booked for Takeover: Rebirth</p><p>

The announcers put over the fact that we'll be seeing Adrian Neville take on Samoa Joe. They are torn on who will win. RATING: 61</p><p>

<em>-Another strong Joe/Neville segment. Looking forward to their match.</em></p><p> </p><p>

MATCH 5: Hideo Itami vs. Aiden English</p><p>

In a bout that had solid in-ring action but not much in the way of heat, Hideo Itami defeated Aiden English in 8:18 by pinfall with a Diving Double Foot Stomp. <strong>RATING: 37</strong></p><p>

<em>-Itami gains momentum here.</em></p><p> </p><p>

ANGLE: Sami Zayns opponent is revealed</p><p>

Alex Shelly comes out, and is the handpicked opponent of Sami Zayn from Kevin Owens! If Sami Zayn can defeat Alex Shelly, he will get a title match. <strong>RATING: 42</strong></p><p> </p><p>

MAIN EVENT: Sami Zayn vs. Alex Shelley</p><p>

In a match that had some good action and average heat, Sami Zayn defeated Alex Shelley in 14:52 by pinfall with a Running Big Boot. <strong>RATING: 58</strong></p><p>

<em>-Alex Shelly came out of this match looking good. Sami Zayn will now face Kevin Owens at Takeover: Rebirth.</em></p><p> </p><p>

ANGLE: Kevin Owens appears</p><p>

Sami Zayn is in the ring when Kevin Owens comes out. He says that he accepts the challenge, and will face him in a match. <strong>RATING: 59</strong></p><p>

<em>-Strong segment to close the show on.</em></p><p> </p><p>

<strong>OVERALL SHOW RATING: 54</strong></p><p>

Confirmed for New York Live Event:</p><p>

- Kevin Owens will take on Finn Balor.</p><p>

-The next challenger for Sasha Banks will be determined.</p><p> </p><p>

CURRENT TAKEOVER: REBIRTH CARD:</p><p>

Being held live on Saturday, on the Second Week of April</p><p>

NXT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH:</p><p>

Kevin Owens (Champion) vs. Sami Zayn</p><p>

NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH:</p><p>

Blake & Murphy (Champions) vs. Solomon Crowe & Tyler Breeze</p><p>

Adrian Neville vs. Samoa Joe</p><p>

Finn Balor vs. Rhyno</p><p>

Bull Dempsey vs. Mojo Rawley</p>

[Mike7429]

<p>Week 4 of March</p><p> </p><p>

WEEKLEY NEWS ROUNDUP</p><p>

-NXT has limited its size to regional for the time being. Triple H says he does not want to expand too quickly, and that he wants to make sure his brand is ready when they reach the next level.</p><p> </p><p>

-We will have the NXT: New York show results posted soon.</p><p> </p><p>

-RAW scored a 5.63 rating on USA Network, up 0.08 from last week. Smackdown received a 3.18 on SyFy, down 0.13. Impact Wrestling got a 0.96 on Destination America, down 0.01. NXT Wrestling got a 0.47 on Fox Sports Net (up 0.01), and a 0.24 on Hulu Plus (down 0.01).</p>

[Mike7429]

NXT Live: New York

Live from First Arena

Saturday, Week 4, March 2015

Announce Team: Tom Phillips and William Regal

Attendence: 3,622

 

MAIN SHOW:

ANGLE: Enzo Amore kicks off the show

Enzo Amore comes to the ring on his own, saying he is looking to prove himself tonight. He says everyone in the back is SAWFT! Enzo Amore puts out an open challenge. RATING: 14

 

MATCH 1: Enzo Amore vs. Samoa Joe

In a match that had an average crowd reaction and some decent in-ring action, Samoa Joe defeated Enzo Amore in 7:36 by pinfall with a Super Muscle Buster. RATING: 46

-Samoa Joe came out of the match looking good. He proved here that he does belong in NXT.

 

MATCH 2: Bull Dempsey vs. Mojo Rawley

In an extremely poor match, Bull Dempsey defeated Mojo Rawley in 10:29 by pinfall with a Bulldozer. RATING: 21

-The match dragged in the middle, and the hot New York crowd chanted “boring, boring”. After these two are done their feud, I have no idea what will be next for them.

 

MATCH 3: Bayley vs. Charlotte vs. Becky Lynch

This match was for the number one contendership of the NXT Woman`s Championship. In a match that had some good action and average heat, Bayley defeated Charlotte and Becky Lynch in 12:07 when Bayley defeated Becky Lynch by pinfall with a Rose Plant. RATING: 61

-Bayley will face Sasha Banks at Takeover: Rebirth. I am very proud of the match these three women produced. I feel that the sky is the limit for them.

 

MATCH 4: Hideo Itami and Baron Corbin vs. The Brian Kendrick and Sylvester Lefort

In a bout that had solid in-ring action but not much in the way of heat, The Brian Kendrick and Sylvester Lefort defeated Hideo Itami and Baron Corbin in 12:22 when The Brian Kendrick defeated Baron Corbin by submission with a Cobra Clutch after blatantly cheating. During the match we also had Tyler Breeze run in and attack Hideo Itami. RATING: 37

-This match was used to continue the Itami/Kendrick and Corbin/Breeze storylines. We may see a Itami/Breeze match on NXT due to this ending.

 

MATCH 5: Adrian Neville vs. Aiden English

In a bout that had solid in-ring action and average heat, Adrian Neville defeated Aiden English in 9:24 by pinfall with a Corkscrew Shooting Star Press. RATING: 50

-Filler match here, but Adrian Neville came out of it looking good.

 

ANGLE: Solomon Crowe and Tyler Breeze make an open challenge

Solomon Crowe & Tyler Breeze are in the ring with microphones. They claim that they are so good that they cannot be defeated by anyone, and so they are making an open challenge for any team on the roster to face them in a tag team match. RATING: 33

 

ANGLE: The American Wolves accept the open challenge

The American Wolves make an elaborate entrance, to a loud pop. The American Wolves are cheered heavily here. RATING: 41

 

MATCH 6: Solomon Crowe & Tyler Breeze vs. The American Wolves

In a bout that had solid in-ring action but not much in the way of heat, The American Wolves defeated Solomon Crowe & Tyler Breeze in 12:05 when Davey Richards defeated Tyler Breeze by submission with a Kimura. RATING: 50

-Match was used to give the wolves a debut here in NXT, and to create a memorable moment to the fans attending this event.

 

MATCH 7: Alexa Bliss vs. Sasha Banks

This match was for the NXT Womens Title. In a bout that had solid in-ring action but not much in the way of heat, Sasha Banks defeated Alexa Bliss in 10:16 by pinfall with a Wheelbarrow Bulldog. Sasha Banks makes defence number 2 of her NXT Womens title. RATING: 48

-Sasha Banks was really off her game tonight.

 

MATCH 8: Sami Zayn vs. Rhyno

In a match that had some good action and average heat, Sami Zayn defeated Rhyno in 9:38 by pinfall with a Running Big Boot. RATING: 56

 

MAIN EVENT: Finn Balor vs. Kevin Owens

In a match that had some good action and average heat, Finn Balor defeated Kevin Owens in 17:41 by pinfall with a Diving Double Foot Stomp after a distraction from Sami Zayn. RATING: 50

-I was hoping for a higher rating from these two. Maybe the length was a factor. Balor gets a nice win here, and the Sami Zayn interference is to continue the story.

 

OVERALL SHOW RATING: 49

 

Confirmed for NXT Wrestling:

- Hideo Itami will go 1 on 1 with Tyler Breeze.

 

-Samoa Joe and Adrian Neville will be face to face.

[Mike7429]

CURRENT TAKEOVER: REBIRTH CARD:

Being held live on Saturday, on the Second Week of April

 

NXT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH:

Kevin Owens (Champion) vs. Sami Zayn

 

NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH:

Blake & Murphy (Champions) vs. Solomon Crown & Tyler Breeze

 

NXT WOMANS CHAMPIONSHIP:

Sasha Banks (Champion) vs, Bayley

 

Adrian Neville vs. Samoa Joe

 

Finn Balor vs. Rhyno

 

Bull Dempsey vs. Mojo Rawley

[Mike7429]

NXT MONTH IN REVIEW:

MARCH 2015

In March 2015, NXT held 4 television tapings, and 1 live event. The television tapings all saw sellout crowds of 1,200. The live event saw an attendance of 3,622, which were 162 tickets short of being a sellout.

 

The top 3 matches in NXT this month were:

1. Bayley vs. Charlotte vs. Becky Lynch (NXT Live: New York, 61)

2. Sami Zayn vs. Alex Shelley (NXT Wrestling, 58)

3. Sami Zayn vs. Rhyno (NXT Live: New York, 56)

 

Financially, NXT made a profit of $38,731 this month. This is a good number, considering no PPV events were held at this time. Our highest source of income was the TV revenue, with $170,000 before expenditure. We also made $105,952 from ticket sales, before expenditure.

NXT spent $216,381 on talent this month. Our show costs were $36,900. Due to the upcoming PPV event, we believe NXT will make more money in April then March. We can also look at expanding NXT tapings from Full Sail University, in order to host larger crowds and make more on tickets. We can also have more live events.

[Mike7429]

NXT Wrestling: Live from Full Sail University

April, Week 1, 2015

Announce Team: Tom Phillips, Jason Albert, and Corey Graves

Attendance: 1,200 (Sell Out)

 

MAIN SHOW:

ANGLE: New York Recap

A video plays, highlighting the events from last weekend’s New York show. Some of the hightlights included the debut of The American Wolves, Bayleys big victory, and the Finn Balor vs. Kevin Owens main event. RATING: 46

 

MATCH 1: Adrian Neville vs. Solomon Crowe

In a bout that had solid in-ring action and average heat, Adrian Neville defeated Solomon Crowe in 9:48 by pinfall with a Corkscrew Shooting Star Press. RATING: 50

-Adrian Neville continues to have good matches here on NXT.

 

MATCH 2: Chris Hero vs. Rhyno

In a match that had an average crowd reaction and some decent in-ring action, Rhyno defeated Chris Hero in 12:32 by pinfall with a Gore. RATING: 42

-Even though Rhyno is a heel, the fans still love seeing him in action. GORE GORE GORE!

 

ANGLE: Finn Balor Backstage

Finn Balor is shown backstage, observing his upcoming opponent. He has a match with Rhyno, at Takeover: Rebirth. RATING: 47

 

MATCH 3: Enzo Amore vs. Tye Dillinger

In an extremely poor match, Enzo Amore defeated Tye Dillinger in 5:36 by pinfall. RATING: 25

 

ANGLE: Kevin Owens interview

Kevin Owens has an interview hyping his upcoming singles match with Sami Zayn. He promises that after Takeover: Rebirth, Sami Zayn will never compete in NXT again. RATING: 58

 

MATCH 4: Sami Zayn vs. The Brian Kendrick

In a bout that had solid in-ring action and average heat, Sami Zayn defeated The Brian Kendrick in 7:54 by pinfall with a Blue Thunderbomb. Sami Zayn looked impressive here, and ready to take on Kevin Owens. RATING: 49

-The Brian Kendrick is improving in performance skills.

 

MATCH 5: Alexa Bliss and Bayley vs. Becky Lynch and Sasha Banks

In a match that had an average crowd reaction and some decent in-ring action, Alexa Bliss and Bayley defeated Becky Lynch and Sasha Banks in 8:50 when Bayley defeated Becky Lynch by pinfall with a Rose Plant. Bayley then taunted Sasha Banks, as they will be competing in 2 weeks for the NXT Womans Championship. RATING: 50

-Alexa Bliss and Bayley had no chemistry as partners. Sasha Banks came out of this match looking good. The Womans Title storyline has advanced with this segment.

 

ANGLE: Adrian Neville and Samoa Joe face to face

Adrian Neville is treated to applause and adoration from the NXT universe. He gets down to business, and starts talking about Samoa Joe. He says he understands why Joe did that. If Joe wanted to face the best though, all he had to do was ask.

Joe makes his way to the ring, and takes the microphone. He says that he is the best wrestler in the world, and that he can`t wait to kick Adrian Nevilles ass. He proposes a no disqualification match. Adrian Neville accepts. The match at Takeover will now be no DQ. RATING: 60

-Samoa Joe and Adrian Neville will now compete in a no DQ match.

 

MAIN EVENT: Hideo Itami vs. Tyler Breeze

In a bout that had solid in-ring action but not much in the way of heat, Hideo Itami defeated Tyler Breeze in 11:55 by pinfall with a Diving Double Foot Stomp following interference from Baron Corbin. RATING: 41

-Disappointing main event, but the rest of the show made up for it. the Corbin vs. Breeze storyline continued.

 

OVERALL SHOW RATING: 47

 

Confirmed for Next Show:

- Next show will be the final one before Takeover: Rebirth.

-Sasha Banks will take on Charlotte.

[Mike7429]

CURRENT TAKEOVER: REBIRTH CARD:

Being held live on Saturday, on the Second Week of April

NXT HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH:

Kevin Owens (Champion) vs. Sami Zayn

NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH:

Blake & Murphy (Champions) vs. Solomon Crowe & Tyler Breeze

NXT WOMANS CHAMPIONSHIP:

Sasha Banks (Champion) vs, Bayley

NO DISQUALIFICATION:

Adrian Neville vs. Samoa Joe

Finn Balor vs. Rhyno

Hideo Itami vs. The Brian Kendrick

Bull Dempsey vs. Mojo Rawley

[Mike7429]

Week 1 of April

 

WEEKLEY NEWS ROUNDUP

-NXT is in talks to have a special PPV with WWE. Some names being thought of include Daniel Bryan, Seth Rollins, WWE World Heavyweight champion Dolph Ziggler, and Dean Ambrose.

 

-Mexican wresting promotion CMLL released 22 wrestlers this week

 

-NXT has signed the ROH television champion Jay Lethal to a pay per appearance contract.

 

-RAW scored a 5.75 rating on USA Network, up 0.12 from last week. Smackdown received a 3.16 on SyFy, down 0.02. Impact Wrestling got a 0.97 on Destination America, up 0.01. NXT Wrestling got a 0.24 on Fox Sports Net (down 0.23), and a 0.13 on Hulu Plus (down 0.09).

 

WRESTLEMANIA 31 REPORT:

WWE held Wrestlemania 31 this week, live from the Bell Centre in Quebec, Canada. The show had a sellout crowd of 21,500. The show received 444,500 PPV buys, and a rating of 82.

On the show, Brock Lesnar and The Undertaker appeared on screen, but did not have a match.

WWE World Heavyweight champion Dolph Ziggler and Randy Orton defeated Big E and Kofi in the semi-main event. The match was rated 82.

The main event was a tag team war, as Seth Rollins and Bray Wyatt defeated Daniel Bryan and John Cena. The match was rated 87.