Best and Worst of NXT Takeover: Orlando
NXT Takeover delivered the goods yet again, as always. The Hall of Fame ceremony that transpired 24 hours before this event, set the tone for what looks to be a fabulous weekend of sports entertainment and NXT Takeover just raised the benchmark in quality.
No, it wasn't the best Takeover event we have seen, but it was definitely a solid show, not without its modest share of faults. In any case, let's go straight to Orlando and review the best and worst of Takeover.
#1 Best: The match of the night
There are some opponents who create magic every time they step through the ropes and face one another. Ricky Steamboat and Ric Flair. John Cena and AJ Styles. To an extent, even Charlotte Flair, and Sasha Banks. The Revival and #DIY have that kind of chemistry.
They were faced with mammoth expectations to outdo their previous classic, and in many respects they did. The Authors of Pain came along for the ride as well, and the fans were in for a real treat.
From trading finishers to a brilliant table spot, to several false finishes, this match had us at the edge of our seats at every moment. There was a point after #DIY got pinned, that the crowd began to boo the match.
However, it was more from disappointment at their favourites being eliminated, rather than a jab at the quality of the contest at hand. One or more of these teams may get called up in just a few days and the tag division in NXT will definitely suffer as a consequence.
The main roster desperately needs new teams, though, so all is not lost.