On June 3, 2020, at NXT in Full Sail University, Candice LeRae’s performance on NXT June 3 2020 was at the center of a night filled with high-octane matches, tag team chaos, and storylines that intensified ahead of TakeOver: In Your House. The episode showcased a succession of confrontations, heated rivalries, and shifting team dynamics that kept the audience thoroughly engaged until the end.
Candice LeRae Battles Mia Yim and Escalates the Rivalry
The night started with Candice LeRae facing Mia Yim in a contest that quickly turned into a personal grudge match. LeRae began aggressively, immediately taking the fight to Yim as wrestlers at ringside fueled the energy with vocal reactions. LeRae scored a near fall early after targeting Yim with a calculated senton, but the match grew more physical as Yim powered out of holds and drove LeRae into the turnbuckles.
When the action spilled outside, it became clear that this fight was not going to return to a conventional bout, leading to a double count-out after just under four minutes. What followed was a chaotic brawl up the ramp, joined by Tegan Nox, Dakota Kai, Reina Gonzalez, and Shotzi Blackheart. The scene descended into disorder as more participants rushed in, with Johnny Gargano eventually joining LeRae to support her assault. Keith Lee‘s arrival forced the heels back into the ring, clearing the way for William Regal to announce a mixed tag team match set to begin immediately.
Mixed Tag Team Mayhem: LeRae and Gargano Secure the Win
The shift to a mixed tag team match saw Mia Yim and Keith Lee paired against Candice LeRae and Johnny Gargano. Gargano, reluctant and clad in street clothes, tried to escape the confrontation but was forcibly carried back to the ring by Lee. The women began the action, with Yim tossing LeRae before a distraction by Gargano gave LeRae the opening to attack Yim’s leg. A fast-paced exchange followed, and interference by all four competitors led to disorder both inside and outside the ring.
With the referee distracted, Gargano attacked Lee using his car keys, a move that allowed LeRae to capitalize and roll up Yim for the pinfall victory. Immediately after securing the win, Gargano reignited his feud with Lee by attacking him again and placing his North American Championship belt on display, emphasizing the stakes for their forthcoming TakeOver encounter.
Tag Team Contention Intensifies Amidst Unpredictable Outcomes
The episode continued its trend of unpredictable finishes with several matches leading to new implications for the tag team landscape. In a three-way match to determine the number one contenders for the NXT Tag Team Championships, Breezango unexpectedly returned and clinched victory against Oney Lorcan & Danny Burch and The Undisputed Era. An astronaut-themed entrance highlighted their comeback, while interference and chaos—including a ringside distraction by Dexter Lumis—served as pivotal moments in the outcome.
Following Breezango’s win, Imperium appeared to confront the new challengers, with Indus Sher and Malcolm Bivens also emerging, signaling a revitalized tag division featuring multiple teams and complex rivalries. This shift suggested a fresh direction for the division and created anticipation for the next challengers to the tag titles.
Women’s Division Storylines and Future Showdowns
The women’s division gained focus through recaps and exclusive interviews, with Chelsea Green parting ways with Robert Stone and rumors circulating about her moving to the main roster. Santana Garrett, now positioned as a fan favorite, achieved her first televised win in NXT against Aliyah, supported by a springboard moonsault finish. The storyline further developed as a frazzled Robert Stone reacted at ringside, hinting at ongoing drama with Aliyah and potentially new directions after Green’s departure.
Additional Prime Target segments built hype for the upcoming women’s triple threat at TakeOver, with Io Shirai, Rhea Ripley, and Charlotte Flair each spotlighted. Shirai pledged to become champion, Ripley revealed her motivation to regain her lost momentum, and Charlotte expressed nerves about her TakeOver return. Insight from figures like Natalya, Peter Rosenberg, and Beth Phoenix highlighted the unique qualities and rivalries of these competitors, all converging for a high-stakes title clash.
Singles Competition and Heated Rivalries
Isaiah “Swerve” Scott and Tony Nese resumed their mini-feud, resulting in a fast-paced encounter resolved with Swerve’s quick pin after outside interference from Jack Gallagher. Elsewhere, Bronson Reed’s return to action was met by a swift loss to Cameron Grimes, who capitalized on a missed frog splash. Grimes’ post-match encounter with Karrion Kross and Scarlett, who loomed ominously at ringside, teased further confrontations and heightened the episode’s intensity.
Main Event: Cruiserweight Championship Decided in a Gripping Contest
The night’s emotional peak arrived during the Cruiserweight Championship final, with Drake Maverick challenging El Hijo del Fantasma. The match opened at a blistering pace, with Fantasma targeting Maverick’s arm and back through persistent offense. Maverick’s resilience was on full display as he survived grueling holds and big slams, repeatedly refusing to quit despite Fantasma’s advantage and the mounting damage to his back.
Late in the match, masked luchadors appeared at ringside—a recurring narrative thread throughout Fantasma’s involvement in the tournament. Drake managed to fend off their interference, only to fall victim to Fantasma’s Phantom Driver, securing Fantasma the Cruiserweight Championship. Maverick’s loss was met with an emotional ovation from the wrestlers at ringside, and in a dramatic turn, Triple H presented Maverick with a new NXT contract, acknowledging his perseverance and hard-fought journey on live television.
Implications for TakeOver and the NXT Roster
Candice LeRae’s performance on NXT June 3 2020 not only solidified her status as a key player in the women’s division but also helped ignite new rivalries and team combinations ahead of TakeOver: In Your House. Her alignment with Johnny Gargano in the mixed tag match previewed further collaboration and conflict, especially as Keith Lee and Gargano appear set for a North American Championship encounter.
The tag team scene was similarly energized, with Breezango’s return and victory adding a layer of unpredictability to the pursuit for the titles, while the involvement of Imperium and Indus Sher pointed to multi-team feuds ahead. The women’s division storylines, including those featuring Santana Garrett and Chelsea Green, reflected NXT’s ongoing efforts to spotlight emerging talent and establish compelling new angles on the eve of major events.
Drake Maverick’s main event storyline provided a moving conclusion to the episode, reinforcing NXT’s capacity to blend athletic competition with emotionally resonant narratives. The path to TakeOver: In Your House had been charged by a night dominated by intense rivalries, unexpected resolutions, and critical moments that set the stage for what lies ahead in the NXT universe.
