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NXT Recap: July 22, 2025 – Houston, TX

Oba Femi Retains in Brutal Triple Threat Main Event

Oba Femi successfully defended his NXT Championship in a fatal triple threat showdown against Yoshiki Inamura and Josh Briggs. After ref chaos—Briggs pulled the ref out during a count and Inamura grabbed the ropes—Femi hit his signature Fall from Grace on Inamura to secure the win


Blake Monroe Scores First Singles Win

Newcomer Blake Monroe, nicknamed “The Glamour,” made a memorable singles debut, dominating Wren Sinclair with a powerful double-arm DDT. Post-match chaos ensued when Jordynne Grace, violating an in-arena ban, charged ringside—only to be met with Monroe’s chair-assisted DDT


The Undertaker Confronts Trick Williams

A sudden return from The Undertaker surprised audiences as he confronted TNA World Champion Trick Williams backstage. Their tense face-off hints at cross-brand tensions—or a deeper storyline involving TNA titles on NXT air


Mixed Tag Match Delivers Chaos

In an eight-person mixed-tag clash, The Culling (Shawn Spears, Niko Vance, Izzi Dame & Tatum Paxley) faced Hank & Tank paired with Sol Ruca and Zaria. The Culling emerged victorious in a breakout performance that saw Ruca take heavy offense but ultimately come up short


What This Means]

  • Oba Femi continues asserting dominance, silencing title allegations and reinforcing his championship status.
  • Blake Monroe is a breakout – her debut, post-match aggression, and bold persona mark her as a rising top contender in the women’s division.
  • The Culling’s momentum positions them as a formidable force, while Ruca and Zaria remain notable contenders after delivering a gritty performance.

What to Watch Next Week

  • Blake Monroe vs. Grace showdown is brewing—Grace’s banned presence and Monroe’s aggression add personal intensity.
  • Sol Ruca & Zaria may pivot to singles action or re-group after mixed-tag loss.
  • Ethan Page vs Santino Marella

Final Take

Houston’s NXT was high-impact: established champions reinforced their reigns, new talents stepped into the spotlight, and cross-brand surprise set a tone for storyline expansion. Blake Monroe is one to watch, while the Undertaker-Williams angle introduces intriguing far-reaching possibilities.

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