At the WWE Performance Center in Winter Park, Florida, the July 29 edition of WWE NXT began with a tribute to WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan, marked by a ten-bell salute. The night’s action kicked off with Jaida Parker facing Jazmyn Nyx, who appeared alongside the faction Fatal Influence. From the start, the match was heated, as Nyx used early aggression including a springboard enzuigiri and the submission hold known as the Muta Lock. Parker responded resiliently, turning the tide with a powerful Samoan Drop and finishing with her signature move, The Hypnotic, to secure the victory.
Despite some aggressive offense from Nyx, including sharp strikes and her trademark Nyx Kick, Parker’s determination prevailed. Her pinfall win left Fatal Influence visibly unimpressed by Nyx’s performance, emphasizing Parker’s rising status within the women’s division.
Je’Von Evans Issues Challenge Amid Rising Tensions with The High Ryze
Following the opening contest, Je’Von Evans addressed the crowd, fueled by his recent confrontation with The Undertaker. Evans declared himself ready to face the biggest challenges, although his primary target is NXT Champion Oba Femi. The atmosphere heated quickly when Trick Williams reminded everyone of his standing as TNA Champion, leading to a verbal clash. Wes Lee joined to defend Williams, resulting in a physical altercation where Evans was outnumbered and attacked by The High Ryze and Trick Williams. Despite the assault, Evans remained undeterred heading into later action in the show.
Tavion Heights Secures Freedom from No Quarter Catch Crew in Stipulation Match
In a technical contest between Charlie Dempsey and Tavion Heights, the stakes were high: if Tavion won, he would gain freedom from the No Quarter Catch Crew. The match was marked by methodical strategy and mat wrestling, with Dempsey focusing on attacking Heights’s knee. Despite the relentless targeting and submission attempts, Tavion persevered, ultimately delivering a decisive side belly-to-belly suplex for the pinfall victory that liberated him from the faction.
Blake Monroe and Kelani Jordan Clash in Heated Backstage Confrontation
A tense backstage segment unfolded as Blake Monroe boasted about sidelining Jordynne Grace, dismissing her as lacking charisma. Lola Vice challenged Monroe’s arrogance, and Jaida Parker expressed her own ambitions toward the NXT Women’s Championship. The segment escalated when Kelani Jordan interrupted with a deceptive entrance mimicking Grace’s music, issuing a direct challenge to Monroe. The confrontation quickly turned physical with Monroe initiating a headbutt, met by Jordan’s swift dropkick. Vice and Jordan ended the segment standing strong against Monroe’s provocations.
Fallon Henley Defeats Lash Legend With Unexpected Assistance
In a clash featuring power and agility, Fallon Henley brought her signature grit against Lash Legend’s strength. Henley impressed with quick maneuvers such as a springboard blockbuster and a twisting flatliner. However, a backstage interference attempt by Jacy Jayne was thwarted when Nia Jax blindsided Legend outside the ring. Exploiting the distraction, Henley executed The Famouser for the win. The post-match assault by Jax with The Annihilator further intensified the rivalry.
Rising Backstage Drama as Wes Lee and Santino Marella Get Involved
Backstage, Wes Lee pledged to take on Je’Von Evans on behalf of Trick Williams, aiming to earn a future tag title opportunity. The mood shifted when Santino Marella interrupted, ridiculing Williams’s self-styled “TrickNA” narrative and asserting that the TNA World Championship would soon return under his control. This exchange added layers to the ongoing factional tensions within NXT.
Je’Von Evans Emerges Triumphant Over Wes Lee Despite High Ryze Interference
The intense bout between Je’Von Evans and Wes Lee commenced with Evans launching a surprise suicide dive before the bell. Both competitors exchanged strikes, aerial moves, and quick reversals throughout the match. Lee nearly claimed victory following a spinning DDT and brainbuster, but Evans endured, overcoming interference by The High Ryze. After taking down the interfering members with an impactful stage dive, Evans countered Lee’s attempts at the Kardiak Kick, finishing with a Cutter and a flying Cutter off the ropes to claim a decisive pinfall.
Following the match, Evans delivered a tense stare-down aimed at NXT Champion Oba Femi, signaling potential future title contention.
Myles Borne Shares Personal Struggles Amid Rising Conflict with Lexis King
The evening featured a revealing sit-down with Myles Borne, who disclosed he lives with 90% hearing loss in both ears, sharing his personal journey overcoming adversity. The interview was interrupted by Lexis King, who accused Borne of dishonesty and pushed for his suspension. AVA intervened, instead scheduling Lexis to face Borne in a match next week, fueling further storyline rivalry.
Ethan Page Retains NXT North American Championship Against Santino Marella
In the main event for the NXT North American Championship, Santino Marella utilized a surprising array of roll-ups and mat wrestling techniques to frustrate champion Ethan Page early on. Page responded with a series of strikes and near-falls, including a devastating neckbreaker. Marella showcased his resilience with a series of punches, a stunner, and almost secured the win following a running headbutt. However, a critical eye gouge and the execution of Page’s finishing move, The Twisted Grin, secured his successful title defense.
Teasers Hint at Upcoming Developments for WWE NXT
As the show drew to a close, cameras focused on Tony D’Angelo sitting at a table in a dimly lit room, awaiting a mysterious guest. This scene teased significant storylines to unfold in future episodes.
Preview of Next Week’s WWE NXT Action
The following week will feature high-stakes matchups, including Blake Monroe versus Kelani Jordan and Tatum Paxley challenging Sol Ruca for the NXT Women’s North American Championship. Also scheduled is the confrontation between Myles Borne and Lexis King, promising more drama within the division.
