The WWE NXT 12/30/25 Results show closed out the year at the WWE Performance Center in Winter Park, Florida, with numerous champions defending their titles and heated rivalries erupting in and out of the ring. A night filled with intense action saw Ethan Page and Ricky Saints overcoming tough odds, setting the stage for major showdowns to come in the first events of 2026.
Throughout the evening, the mood was charged with palpable tension, as storylines collided and emotions ran high. Key superstars like Je’Von Evans, Izzi Dame, Tatum Paxley, and Jacy Jayne shared the spotlight alongside titleholders and contenders, making the season finale a dramatic close to the year.
Ethan Page Retains the North American Championship Against Moose
The event launched with Ethan Page, the reigning WWE NXT North American Champion, defending his title against Moose. Before the bell, Page went on the offensive, unleashing a barrage of strikes and stomps to control the early pace. Moose fought back, countering with power moves—a Vertical Suplex, a Uranage Slam, and a high-impact Senton Splash—to even the odds.
Momentum swung throughout, with each man blocking finishers and trading near falls. Moose speared Page through the ringside barricade and nearly clinched the title, but Page’s awareness saved him on a close pin. The match concluded when Page delivered The Twisted Grin, finally overcoming Moose’s resilience to secure a hard-fought pinfall victory and retain his championship.
Backstage Tensions Boil Over Among The Culling and Women’s Division
In a heated backstage sequence, Izzi Dame revealed her frustration with Tatum Paxley after last week’s controversial chainsaw incident. Shawn Spears weighed in on Tatum’s recent behavior, warning Izzi about Tatum’s mental state, but Izzi stormed off undeterred. Elsewhere, emergency erupted, with Wren Sinclair urgently calling for help when Kendal Grey was found laid out backstage, adding to the night’s intensity.
NXT Year End Awards Recognize Standouts of 2025
The 2025 NXT Year End Awards were highlighted in the midst of the evening’s contests:
- Male Superstar of the Year: Je’Von Evans
- NXT Tag Team of the Year: Sol Ruca & Zaria
- Match of the Year: Oba Femi (c) vs. Trick Williams vs. Je’Von Evans Triple Threat for the WWE NXT Championship at Stand & Deliver 2025
- Female Superstar of the Year: Sol Ruca
The recognition of Je’Von Evans, Sol Ruca & Zaria, and the celebrated main event from Stand & Deliver underscores the focus on emerging stars and intense rivalries as the backbone of the NXT brand.
Emotional Showdown: Tatum Paxley and Izzi Dame Trade Barbs
An explosive in-ring segment saw Izzi Dame and Tatum Paxley lay their issues bare in a raw war of words, escalating their ongoing feud ahead of New Year’s Evil. Izzi accused Tatum of failing to evolve and deflecting blame for her own shortcomings:
“Tatum, plain and simple, I should’ve never tried to take your potential and turn it into something more, I mean, you can’t turn someone into something they’re not, am I right? You get one bad day in your life, Tatum, and you go back to playing with your dolls in your fantasy land where you’re the hero, and all is right in the world. And obviously, it’s a shame, it’s actually kind of sad, because if once in your life, Tatum, you would just look yourself in the mirror, you would see the real reason for all of your problems. But instead, I had to be the bad guy, and break your heart, and then do it again at Deadline. And you know what’s hilarious about this whole situation, it’s that I did all that to you, Tatum, yet still chose to go after Niko and Spears.”
– Izzi Dame
Tatum fired back, expressing lessons learned and identifying Izzi’s insecurity as the root of their conflict:
“Izzi, Izzi, I have learned so much from you. I know you say that I wasn’t listening to you, but I was. I know that you feel like I didn’t care, but I did. I saw everything, I felt everything, which is why I need to say this to you right now. I’m sorry. I’m sorry that you’re just so insecure. Somewhere along the way, Izzi, you lost sight of who you really are. You feel like you have to control, that you have to put fear into people, just to feel powerful. Hurting people, that’s a cop out, Izzi, yet you’re saying that I’m weak. You’re saying that I’m the weak one, that I’m the one who needs a good look in the mirror to see who she really is. But Izzi, I know that you’re too scared to do that yourself. Izzi, I’ve realized something. I don’t need friends like you. I need the friends that have been with me since the start. I need friends like all of them. Izzi, you got me at Deadline, but I’m not here to finish what you started, I’m here to end this for me.”
– Tatum Paxley
The segment intensified as Izzi continued her attacks:
“Here we go, again. Okay, let me break this down for you guys. So, Tatum, you say you’ve listening to me, but clearly, that’s a lie, because if you had, you would still be our NXT Women’s Champion. But go ahead, keep deflecting, make me the bad guy in your delulu land dollhouse fantasy story, I don’t care. You want to play games, Tatum, I’ll play, too. So, go ahead, what’s your next move, Tatum? The floor is yours.”
– Izzi Dame
Tatum closed with a chilling promise for their upcoming battle at New Year’s Evil:
“Izzi, you know, when it’s my time, and I’m rotting in the dirt, and the bugs finally get to my brain, they’re going to see my memory of you screaming over what I’m going to do to you next week at New Year’s Evil. No Spears, No Niko, No Dolls, No Chainsaw, just you and me.”
– Tatum Paxley
Izzi then accepted the challenge, but delivered another stinging barb:
“I mean, fine, if you want to live with the pain and embarrassment of not only losing The Culling, but losing to me, twice, then who am I to deny you that, Tatum? I’m all for it. But after that, playtime is over.”
– Izzi Dame
As the dust settled, a defiant Tatum shot back:
“You’re not in control, Izzi. It’s not over until I say it is.”
– Tatum Paxley
Tatum then dodged a Big Boot and landed The Cemetery Drive, signaling a brutal preview of what’s to come at their next confrontation.
Jacy Jayne Defeats Wren Sinclair as Championship Storyline Intensifies
Jacy Jayne, with Fatal Influence by her side, battled Wren Sinclair in a physical contest that saw both superstars pushing the limits. Jayne took early control with aggressive offense, targeting Sinclair’s arm and repeatedly slamming her into the turnbuckles. Sinclair fired back, using targeted strikes and submission holds to almost secure the win.
Outside interference became pivotal when Fallon Henley tripped Sinclair, letting Jayne connect with a decisive SuperKick. After an extended series of counters and near falls, Jayne sealed her victory with The Rolling Encore. The post-match chaos escalated as Fatal Influence attacked Sinclair, only for Kendal Grey to enter the fray, wiping out Henley and Reid and making Jayne tap out to The Flying Cross-Arm-Breaker. Grey’s dominant display left her posing with the NXT Women’s Championship, stoking anticipation for their upcoming title clash.
Joe Hendry Looks Back on 2025 With a Musical Recap Before DarkState Strikes
A special concert moment saw Joe Hendry reflect on his momentous year in NXT, where he described his accomplishments and memorable feuds through song. He highlighted winning the TNA World Championship, competing at the Royal Rumble, and facing Randy Orton at WrestleMania, before shifting focus to his debut in NXT and a satirical recap of the year’s major storylines:
“2025 has been an amazing year for NXT and Joe Hendry. I won the TNA World Championship. I appeared in the Royal Rumble. I wrestled Randy Orton at WrestleMania. I even slammed The Miz at Saturday Night’s Main Event. But you know what else I did? I joined, right here at NXT. And for that reason, I created a song that is gonna wrap up an amazing year in NXT. Who wants to hear it? Feel free to clap along.”
– Joe Hendry
Hendry’s performance, blending humor and insight about fellow superstars like Trick Williams and Ricky Saints, was abruptly cut short when DarkState ambushed him in the crowd, concluding the segment with a brutal Assisted Pop Up PowerBomb that left Hendry laid out.
Backstage Developments: AVA, Robert Stone, and Upcoming Title Matches
The drama continued backstage as AVA and Robert Stone coordinated the night’s logistics amid escalating title feuds. Blake Monroe, eligible for a title rematch at New Year’s Evil, pressed AVA for assurance about a different referee after her controversial loss, seeking a fair shot to reclaim the NXT Women’s North American Championship. AVA offered support, urging Monroe—known as “The Glamour”—to rise to the challenge.
Elsewhere, superstars predicted outcomes for the looming main event at New Year’s Evil. Mike Santana, Matt Cardona, Elijah, Mara Sade, and Tank Ledger backed Leon Slater, while Arianna Grace, Stacks, and Hank Walker supported reigning champion Oba Femi, signaling high anticipation for the NXT Championship clash.
Tavion Heights Wins First WWE Men’s Speed Championship in Quick Finale
In a climactic tournament final, Tavion Heights bested Lexis King to become the inaugural WWE Men’s Speed Champion. King’s arrogance cost him, as he stalled before engaging—the opening Heights needed to connect with a rapid Side Belly-to-Belly Suplex and secure the pin. Heights now stands at the forefront of NXT’s fast-rising division, immediately forced into a standoff with Jasper Troy as his next challenger looms.
OTM Overcome Swipe Right in Tag Team Contest
OTM faced off against Swipe Right, with Jackson Drake as a factor on the outside. Brad Baylor and Smokes used relentless kicks and illegal tactics to isolate OTM’s Price and Nima, with multiple near falls threatening to end the contest at any moment. Resilience paid off for OTM as Lucien Price and Nima turned the tables after a series of tags and signature moves, culminating in The Assisted SpineBuster for the win. OTM continues their push toward the NXT Tag Team Titles.
Thea Hail and Jordynne Grace Bond Ahead of New Year’s Evil
Backstage, Jordynne Grace offered encouragement to Thea Hail as she prepared for another showdown with Blake Monroe. A heartfelt exchange saw Grace reflect on the year’s challenges and emphasize the importance of positivity heading into the new year. Thea, eager for redemption, asked Grace to be in her corner, expressing determination to see Monroe defeated once again.
Upcoming Title Matches Announced for New Year’s Evil
With the night’s intensity setting new stakes, NXT management announced a loaded card for the upcoming New Year’s Evil special. Featured contests include Tatum Paxley versus Izzi Dame, Jacy Jayne defending the NXT Women’s Championship against Kendal Grey, Blake Monroe facing Thea Hail for the NXT Women’s North American Championship, and the main event of Oba Femi battling Leon Slater for the WWE NXT Championship. Each bout is primed to escalate ongoing rivalries and potentially reshape the championship landscape for 2026.
Ricky Saints Steals the Show Against Je’Von Evans in Brutal Main Event
The night’s main event saw Ricky Saints face Je’Von Evans in a contest defined by personal animosity and physicality. Evans immediately attacked before the bell, but Saints turned the tide by targeting Evans’ left knee with punishing stomps and bodyslams. Out of the ring, Saints brutalized Evans around the barricade and announce table, while Evans countered with aerial offense and a relentless ground-and-pound attack.
Momentum continued to shift, with both competitors trading signature moves and near covers. Saints’ desperation showed as he used the ropes for advantage, argued with the referee, and ultimately delivered a low blow after pulling the official into Evans’ path. Capitalizing on the chaos, Saints landed The Roshambo to clinch the pinfall, celebrating atop the turnbuckles as the broadcast went off the air. Je’Von Evans’ resilience was praised despite the loss, but Saints’ willingness to bend the rules cast a shadow over his triumph.
The Road to 2026: Rivalries Set to Erupt at New Year’s Evil
As WWE NXT signs off for 2025, the landscape is marked by hard-fought victories, raw emotion, and unsettled scores. Ethan Page’s retention of the North American Title, the rise of new champions like Tavion Heights, and the heated fallout between Tatum Paxley and Izzi Dame guarantee that tensions will boil over at the upcoming New Year’s Evil. Key names—Ricky Saints, Je’Von Evans, Jacy Jayne, Kendal Grey, Blake Monroe, and Oba Femi—stand at the forefront of storylines guaranteed to dominate the early months of the next year.
With passionate confrontations, dramatic upsets, and shifting alliances, the WWE NXT 12/30/25 Results have shaped story arcs that promise more turmoil and transformation. As the new year approaches, fans can anticipate rivalries reaching fever pitch, championships hanging in the balance, and the next wave of NXT superstars battling for their place in wrestling history.
