NXT 2021- A New Era of Pro Wrestling

[joshspicer]

Dark Matches

 

NXT Title Tournament Match

Rik Bugez vs. Boa

 

NXT North American Title Tournament Match

Cal Bloom vs. Jake Atlas

 

NXT North American Title Tournament Match

Damian Preist vs. Rinku Singh

 

Television Matches

 

Mae Young Classic Match

 

Marina Shafir vs. Dakota Kai

 

Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic Matches

 

Matt Riddle and Pete Dunne vs. The Bollywood Boyz

 

Chase Parker and Matt Martel vs. Adam Cole and Roderick Strong

 

NXT Title Tournament Matches

 

Ariya Daivari vs. Karrion Kross

 

Dominic Dijakovic vs. Daniel Vidot

 

Kushida vs. Timothy Thatcher

 

NXT North American Title Tournament Matches

 

Bronson Reed vs. Finn Balor

 

Saurav Gurjar vs. Keith Lee

 

Bonus Questions

 

Please predict the winners of the following tournaments:

 

NXT Title Tournament (4 points) - Tommaso Ciampa

NXT North American Title Tournament (4 points) - Finn Balor

Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic (4 points) - Mustache Mountain

Mae Young Classic (4 points) - Candice LeRae

NXT Cruiserweight Title Tournament (3 points) - Johnny Gargano

[sportsfanmas]

NXT - Wednesday, Week 2, January 2021 - Show Review

 

Baszler Strikes Again!

 

Shayna Baszler is proving herself to be a force to be reckoned with in NXT. Midway through the show, NXT General Manager William Regal came to the ring to announce the unfortunate news that due to last week's attack, Santana Garrett would no longer be able to compete in the 2021 Mae Young Classic. Of course, this brought Baszler out, smirking, laughing, and carrying on about how she should take Garrett's place. Regal was not having any of it. "I don't think so sunshine. You see, next week on NXT, there will be a second chance elimination match."

 

Baszler said that she would run through anybody put in her way and get her spot back in the Mae Young Classic. Regal chuckled before giving Baszler some game changing news. "Not so fast, sunshine. Do you honestly think I would reward your horrendous behavior? You see, Shayna, not only will you not be given a spot back in the tournament, but you will also NOT be a part of the second chance elimination match next week. You are done, out of the tournament." While the crowd roared their approval, Baszler was not finished, unleashing an even more vicious attack then she unleashed last week, bloodying Regal before choking him out. Baszler said this would not be the last we had heard of her.

 

Also on the show, the Undisputed Era continued to have their problems. After winning their First Round match in the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic, Adam Cole and Roderick Strong were confronted by Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly, who are still upset that Cole and Strong got a spot in the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic. Fish and O'Reilly said that they would win their match next week, and they hoped to see Cole and Strong in the finals so that they could prove who the better team was.

 

We had some exciting matches this week, as both tag team matches produced some of the highest ratings on the show, as well as the main event and co main-event. Here's a look at the results:

 

 

It was a promising show, as NXT embarks on a new era, but there's no doubt they are a developmental company. It's been rumored that new WWE CEO Triple H and his wife Stephanie McMahon Helmsley have already given new NXT Owner Mike Schaplowsky that they will be calling several talents up within the next month. How that will play out for the tournaments is anyones guess, but he is definitely on a good start through his first 2 shows with the book.

 

Post Show Comments

 

First and foremost, Shayna Baszler must be dealt with. I refuse to let her go out every week and injure somebody. This situation ends, and it ends now! Secondly, we have a few road agents that just aren't cutting the mustard and will be let go. I'm on the hunt for solid road agents to help me put together the best shows possible. I'm happy to see the ratings higher this week, and instead of every broadcaster being upset with me, only 3 were. An improvement, but as I mentioned, I'm not too concerned about ratings, just putting together the best, most entertaining shows possible. We're definitely working on something here, and the tournaments are going great.

 

Oh, one last piece of business before I end here, we are doing random drug testing after every show. Unfortunately Brian Kendrick was a casualty this week. He tested positive for soft drugs. As he doesn't really have a defined role here in NXT (I have been using him as a road agent sparingly), I've made the decision to have him take advantage of the WWE Wellness Program, and he'll be entering rehab.

 

Over the next couple days I'll work on tabulating the predictions from this weeks show, as well as setting up next weeks show. Please let me know what you think of the new format that I will be using for the NXT shows.

[sportsfanmas]

Breaking News

 

Baszler Suspended Indefinitely!

 

After the attacks of Santana Garrett and William Regal, the WWE Board, including WWE Owner Triple H, Stephanie McMahon Helmsley, and NXT Owner Mike Schaplowsky had an emergency meeting late Wednesday night. They discussed all options, but when everything was on the table, they decided there was only one option. Triple H made the announcement today. "Shayna Baszler has been suspended and banned from entering any arena that hosts a WWE event of any kinds. This includes the Performance Center." When asked how long the suspension would last, NXT owner Schaplowsky commented "This suspension from NXT will be indefinite. If RAW or Smackdown wishes to take her on, that will be up to Mr. and Mrs. McMahon-Helmsley. As far as I'm concerned, she will never work in NXT again, and if she so much as enters an arena hosting an NXT event, she will be arrested on the spot."

 

Stephanie McMahon Helmsley had this to say, "2 vicious attacks in 2 weeks that were Brock Lesnaresque. We can't have this going on any longer. She has no respect for authority or for anybody else within the company. Mr. Regal may never be able to appear on tv again because the attacks upon him were so brutal. Santana Garrett may not wrestle again for weeks, maybe even months. 2 great talents gone because of one psycho that didn't get her way."

 

Triple H went on to say that "Miss Baszler is lucky she even still has a job right now. She's also lucky she isn't in jail. Rest assured though, she won't have a job if she shows her face around the company anytime soon."

 

When asked about how NXT would proceed as far as an authority figure, Triple H deferred to Schaplowsky. "I have narrowed the list of interim NXT General Managers to 3 names, and I will interview each of them. The first name on the list is Shawn Michaels. He was commissioner of WWE during parts of the Attitude Era and he did a fantastic job." "The next name that will receive an interview is Ron Simmons. He has been a road agent for WWE in the past, and he has an intimidation factor that carries to this day." "And finally, our last candidate is.. well.. he's a rattlesnake that can still whoop some ass and drink some beers. You all know who I'm talking about. Stone Cold Steve Austin. Take no nonsense." 1 of those 3 men will oversee NXT until Mr. Regal is able to come back and perform his duties. The decision will be made next week on NXT.

 

Next weeks NXT card is being finalized as we speak, and the preview for next weeks show will be up in a matter of minutes.

[sportsfanmas]

<p><strong>NXT Preview- Jan. Week 3, 2021</strong></p><p> </p><p>

This weeks episode of NXT will have matches from the NXT Cruiserweight Tournament, as well as the final two Quarterfinal matches of the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic. It will also feature several matches in the Mae Young Classic. </p><p> </p><p>

The Interim NXT General Manager will also be introduced. The 3 candidates for the position are "The Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, and Ron Simmons. Here's a look at the card:</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Dark Matches</strong></p><p> </p><p>

Mae Young Classic Match</p><p>

Candice LeRae vs. Scarlett Bourdeax</p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

Mae Young Classic Match</p><p>

Jessi Kamea vs. Dakota Kai</p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Television Matches</strong></p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic Matches</span></p><p> </p><p>

Mustache Mountain vs. Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly</p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

Arturo Ruas and Cezar Bonini vs. Raven and Sean Waltman</p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">NXT Cruiserweight Title Tournament Matches</span></p><p> </p><p>

Jordan Devlin vs. El Hijo de Fantasma</p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

Jack Gallagher vs. Johnny Gargano</p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">Mae Young Classic Matches</span></p><p> </p><p>

Second Chance Elimination Match</p><p>

Kacy Catanzaro vs. Marina Shafir vs. Shotzi Blackheart vs. Jessamyn Duke</p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

Mia Yim vs. Mercedes Martinez</p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

Chelsea Green vs. Charlotte Flair</p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

Bonus Question (3 points)</p><p>

Who will be named Interim NXT GM: Shawn Michaels, Ron Simmons, Steve Austin</p><p> </p><p>

General Dynasty Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

I will be running this show on Monday, so about a 48 hour warning. Get those predictions in.</p>

[sportsfanmas]

24 hours give or take before I run the next show. Please get your predictions in for the prediction contest

[joshspicer]

Dark Matches

 

Mae Young Classic Match

Candice LeRae vs. Scarlett Bourdeax

 

Mae Young Classic Match

Jessi Kamea vs. Dakota Kai

 

 

 

 

Television Matches

 

Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic Matches

 

Mustache Mountain vs. Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly

 

Arturo Ruas and Cezar Bonini vs. Raven and Sean Waltman

 

 

NXT Cruiserweight Title Tournament Matches

 

Jordan Devlin vs. El Hijo de Fantasma

 

Jack Gallagher vs. Johnny Gargano

 

 

Mae Young Classic Matches

 

Second Chance Elimination Match

Kacy Catanzaro vs. Marina Shafir vs. Shotzi Blackheart vs. Jessamyn Duke

 

Mia Yim vs. Mercedes Martinez

 

Chelsea Green vs. Charlotte Flair

 

 

Bonus Question (3 points)

Who will be named Interim NXT GM: Shawn Michaels, Ron Simmons, Steve Austin

[Nobby_McDonald]

Dark Matches

 

Mae Young Classic Match

Candice LeRae vs. Scarlett Bourdeax

Comments:

 

Mae Young Classic Match

Jessi Kamea vs. Dakota Kai

Comments:

 

Television Matches

 

Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic Matches

 

Mustache Mountain vs. Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly

Comments:

 

Arturo Ruas and Cezar Bonini vs. Raven and Sean Waltman

Comments:

 

NXT Cruiserweight Title Tournament Matches

 

Jordan Devlin vs. El Hijo de Fantasma

Comments:

 

Jack Gallagher vs. Johnny Gargano

Comments:

 

Mae Young Classic Matches

 

Second Chance Elimination Match

Kacy Catanzaro vs. Marina Shafir vs. Shotzi Blackheart vs. Jessamyn Duke

Comments:

 

Mia Yim vs. Mercedes Martinez

Comments:

 

Chelsea Green vs. Charlotte Flair

Comments:

 

Bonus Question (3 points)

Who will be named Interim NXT GM: Shawn Michaels, Ron Simmons, Steve Austin

Austin

[sportsfanmas]

<p><strong>NXT - Wednesday, Week 3, January 2021 - Show Review</strong></p><p> </p><p>

<strong><span style="font-size:18px;">A New Sheriff in Town and a Huge Upset Highlights This Show</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>

Great work by the new NXT owner to keep us all in suspense through the entire show, forcing us to watch all of it. With their newly started war against AEW, this was a superb way to get people to tune in to NXT and stay tuned in. The big reveal came at the end of the show, and to the surprise of.. well.. almost nobody,<strong> "The Heartbreak Kid' Shawn Michaels</strong> came out to announce that he was not just the Interim NXT General Manager, but that he was the new NXT General Manager. With everybody wondering what was going on, Michaels made the announcement that <strong>William Regal</strong> would not be back for a long, long time, and the WWE board decided to pull him from the role. Therefore, Shawn Michaels is the new sheriff in town!</p><p> </p><p>

He said that he would be keeping a close eye on things, and that security would be bumped to the max to keep things under control. He did say that he wanted some help, of the female variety. He wanted a female sheriff to dictate the NXT Women's Division. He said he would personally be interviewing candidates, and that a final decision would be made next week on NXT.</p><p> </p><p>

The main event of this weeks episode of NXT was a spirited match in the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic between <strong>Moustache Mountain</strong> and <strong>Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly</strong>. It was a solid match, with Fish and O'Reilly pulling out the victory to get us one step closer to an all Undisputed Era final.</p><p> </p><p>

The biggest shock of the night took place in a Mae Young Classic match, as <strong>Chelsea Green</strong>, not new to pro wrestling, but fairly new to NXT, pulled a huge upset over <strong>Charlotte Flair</strong>! Flair was her usual overconfident self during the match, and just made one mistake too many before being victimized with a quick roll-up. After the match, it looked like we were on the verge of having another postmatch attack, but Flair calmed down enough to shake Green's hand.</p><p> </p><p>

A good show, not as good as last weeks, with the only real star power being HBK and Flair, but NXT seems to be going in the right direction. Of course, with their previously mentioned new war with AEW, it will be interesting to see when and if the dirty tricks come out to play.</p><p> </p><p>

<strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Full Results</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>

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<strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Post Show Comments</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>

I'll be honest, I wanted Austin. He was my first choice to play the NXT General Manager role. Unfortunately in this particular mod, he is unemployed and wouldn't negotiate with NXT as he considered us too small. Ron Simmons was never going to get the position, because I needed someone with solid charisma and microphone skills. While Simmons has the menace to be a good bodyguard role, I don't think having him speak more than his usual catch phrase would have worked. So, HBK gets it by default. </p><p> </p><p>

I have a good idea who is going to be the new General Manager of the NXT Women's division, but I will be announcing the 3 candidates soon. It's hard not to look at segment and show ratings, even though it's not a big part of my dynasty. However, in a sense, it is, because right now, NXT is being shown on the graveyard shift everywhere because they don't even come close to filling the minimum ratings that the prime time slots were looking for.</p><p> </p><p>

You did hear right, we are at war with AEW. This is thanks to Mr. and Mrs. McMahon-Helmsley, who got the ball set in motion. My preference was to work with them, but Trips said no. This is going to hurt, because AEW is putting out better shows than NXT right now. Partially because of the new features and learning curves of TEW 2020, but more so, I'm just a terrible booker lol. It's ok thought, I'm having fun. The point of this is to have fun, so that's what I'm doing, ratings and wars be damned.</p><p> </p><p>

Charlotte Flair is pissed! I honestly don't care. I've never been a fan of her, and I am a fan of Chelsea Green. As I said when I took over NXT, I'll definitely be ruffling a few feathers. However, with the new feature to talk to workers to ask them to put over talent, perhaps in the future I should try that. It doesn't matter, Charlotte is leaving in a few days anyways. She is one of 11 workers that are being called up to the main roster. About half are road agents, and the other half wrestlers. So, you might see some crazy things going forward.</p><p> </p><p>

Please let me know what you think about the new format.</p>

[sportsfanmas]

<p><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Prediction Contest Standings After 3 Shows</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>

So far only 4 people have offered up predictions, but only 1 of those 4 people have predicted multiple shows. So let's keep those predictions coming guys, as I have plans for my prediction contest winners. After 3 shows, here's what we have:</p><p> </p><p>

#1- joshspicer- 15 points</p><p>

#2- TrueFighter- 10 points</p><p>

#3- Hitman74- 7 points</p><p>

#4- Nobby McDonald- 6 points</p><p> </p><p>

Keep those predictions coming guys! This 6 month contest runs from January to June and in the second half of the year I will be have a Fan Challenge Series for the top few predictors.</p>

[sportsfanmas]

NXT Preview- Jan. Week 4, 2021

 

This weeks episode of NXT has matches from all 5 tournaments, with 4 dark matches. The main event will be a match in the NXT North American Title Tournament between Finn Balor and The Velveteen Dream.

 

Also on the show, the first ever NXT Women's Division Commissioner will be announced. At this time, a list of finalists has not been selected, but we can tell you that it will be a retired wrestler that is currently not with the company, that has won multiple titles. Possible names that have come up include Lita, Trish Stratus, Alundra Blayze, and Jackie Moore.

 

Tune in this week to see what might be the best show in the new NXT era. Here's the full match card:

 

Dark Matches

 

Mae Young Classic Match

Sari Fujimara vs. Vanessa Borne

Comments:

 

Mae Young Classic Match

Kayden Carter vs. Xia Li

Comments:

 

NXT North American Title Tournament Match

Babatunde vs. Keith Lee

Comments:

 

NXT Title Tournament Match

Jeet Rama vs. Kushida

Comments:

 

Television Matches

 

Mae Young Classic Matches

 

Raquel Gonzalez vs. Tegan Nox

Comments:

 

Rhea Ripley vs. Shotzi Blackheart

Comments:

 

NXT Cruiserweight Title Tournament Matches

 

Joaquin Wilde vs. Isaiah Scott

Comments:

 

Tyler Breeze vs. Mansoor

Comments:

 

NXT Title Tournament Match

 

Tommaso Ciampa vs. Boa

Comments:

 

Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic Match

 

Adam Cole and Roderick Strong vs. Raven and Sean Waltman

Comments:

 

NXT North American Title Tournament Match

 

The Velveteen Dream vs. Finn Balor

Comments:

 

Bonus Question (3 points)

Who will be named the NXT Women's Division Commissioner?

 

General Dynasty Comments:

 

I plan on running this show either tomorrow night, or early Thursday morning, so you have around 24-36 hours to get your predictions in.

[joshspicer]

Dark Matches

 

Mae Young Classic Match

Sari Fujimara vs. Vanessa Borne

 

Mae Young Classic Match

Kayden Carter vs. Xia Li

 

 

NXT North American Title Tournament Match

Babatunde vs. Keith Lee

 

 

NXT Title Tournament Match

Jeet Rama vs. Kushida

 

 

 

 

Television Matches

 

Mae Young Classic Matches

 

Raquel Gonzalez vs. Tegan Nox

 

Rhea Ripley vs. Shotzi Blackheart

 

 

NXT Cruiserweight Title Tournament Matches

 

Joaquin Wilde vs. Isaiah Scott

 

Tyler Breeze vs. Mansoor

 

 

NXT Title Tournament Match

 

Tommaso Ciampa vs. Boa

 

 

Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic Match

 

Adam Cole and Roderick Strong vs. Raven and Sean Waltman

 

 

NXT North American Title Tournament Match

 

The Velveteen Dream vs. Finn Balor

 

 

Bonus Question (3 points)

Who will be named the NXT Women's Division Commissioner? - Trish Stratus

[sportsfanmas]

The next episode of NXT is set to run tomorrow, but it may not run until Friday depending on how busy my schedule ends up being tomorrow.

 

Either way, it's a stacked show, so if you want to get your predictions in, now is a great time.

[sportsfanmas]

Alright guys, after giving it some more thought, this dynasty is over. The main reason why is that I downloaded a new mod, and I upgraded from the demo version to the trial version. However, I have my backstory for my next dynasty set up, and it's gonna be a good one! Stay tuned, I hope to have it started on Monday.