WWE NXT brought serious intensity on Tuesday (August 19), live from The Met in Philadelphia, as the brand geared up for Heatwave. The main event saw Je’Von Evans battle past Trick Williams to earn the coveted No. 1 contender’s spot for the NXT Championship. With Oba Femi waiting, Evans’ gritty win capped off a night full of violence, drama, and surprises.
From street fights to emotional confrontations, this episode delivered high-stakes storytelling and hard-hitting action.
Briggs Survives War with Inamura in Brutal Street Fight
The show opened with an all-out brawl between Josh Briggs and Yoshiki Inamura. With no rules and no respect, the two men turned their feud into a weapon-fueled war. Briggs tied Inamura to the ropes with tape and lit him up with kendo stick shots, but Inamura powered back, putting Briggs through tables. Ultimately, Briggs scored the victory with a daring top-rope move that left both men hurting. The match set the tone for a chaotic night.
Emotions, Interference, and Rising Tensions Across the Card
Ricky Saints faced Jasper Troy in a clash of styles. Saints, despite his size, played the underdog role against the towering Troy. After a missed senton on steel steps, Saints nailed consecutive DDTs for the win. Later, Jordynne Grace and Blake Monroe had a heated face-off. Though contractually barred from attacking Monroe, Grace warned she’ll expose Monroe’s true self at Heatwave just after leveling her security team.
Tag Turmoil and Verbal Shots Add Heat to Heatwave
In six-woman tag action, Fatal Influence (TNA’s Ash, Heather, and M) took on The Elegance Brand. Despite Masha Slamovich as guest referee and interference from ringside, Jayne scored the win after dropping Ash with a big right hand. Meanwhile, Ethan Page and Chelsea Green confronted Tyra Mae Steele and Tavion Heights in a chaotic segment that ended with a mixed tag match booked by Ava.
Evans Overcomes Chaos, Clinches Championship Match
In a chaotic main event, Je’Von Evans and Trick Williams left it all in the ring. A wild bump through the announce table nearly ended Evans’ night, but he fought back. Thanks to a timely distraction by Mike Santana, Evans landed his finisher and booked his shot at Oba Femi this Sunday at Heatwave.
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