H̶E̶R̶E̶T̶I̶C̶S̶ Ø: NXT 10/29 and SD Live 10/30
Jul 22, 2015 23:05:56 GMT -5
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Following the signature WWE intro airing, a video package began to play, featuring a plethora of tweets from WWE Universe members regarding NXT. "The future has arrived." "NXT is taking over the WWE." "NXT is the hottest thing in pro wrestling today." Just examples of what the world is saying about the brand that is making waves throughout the world. The screen would then turn to black as the voice of Kevin Owens could be heard. "I will fight anyone and everyone," said NXT's newest superstar. Footage from NXT TakeOver back on May 27th was shown, where Sami Zayn managed to defeat Adam Cole to become the NXT Champion. Zayn's reign was incredibly short-lived, however, as Owens made his debut by laying out his former best friend with a Powerbomb. Tyler Breeze would capitalize on the shocking development, cashing in his Money in the Bank briefcase to steal the NXT Title from Zayn. Breeze, Zayn, Owens and Cole have waged war ever since, even Evan Bourne getting involved by making the jump from the main roster over to NXT to give his career a fresh start. Tonight, all five of them will step into the ring for the biggest match in NXT to date. A Championship Scramble match for the NXT Championship. The shot of Breeze holding up the NXT Title faded to black as clapping could be heard. Paul Heyman was then shown standing in a dimly-lit room, slowly clapping while smiling. ".... Here... comes.... the Take Over."
Cutting to the Full Sail Arena, the sold out audience was shown fired up and ready for the biggest night in NXT history, NXT TakeOver: Revision! Jason Albert and Byron Saxton welcomed everyone viewing on the WWE Network to Revision, introducing Corey Graves as the newest play-by-play analyst for the brand. "I competed as an NXT superstar for over a year, and even I've never been as excited as I am right now for what's in store tonight," said Graves, visibly ecstatic just as any other fan. Wasting no time, Saxton sent things over to Eden Rhodes, who was returning to her ring announcing duties after being tormented by The Wyatt Family last month. "Your opening contest is a Triple Threat match for the NXT Tag Team Championships!"
The Alpha Wolves were the first to make their entrances, bringing the NXT Universe members in the Full Sail Arena to their feet. "It was six months ago when Eddie Edwards and Davey Richards debuted in NXT to defeat Jake Carter and myself for the Tag Team Championships. I know first hand just how good these guys are, and if I'm being honest right now, I'm rolling with The Alpha Wolves as my picks," Corey Graves said, predicting that Edwards and Richards will reclaim the gold. New theme music for The Addiction, "Bad Man" by Squid the Whale, hit as Christopher Daniels and Frankie Kazarian marched down the ring, or rather strut in the case of Daniels. The only duo in this match who have never held the NXT Tag Team Championships had the opportunity to change all of that in this match. Speaking of the Tag Team Titles, the current title holders, Finn Balor and Hideo Itami, made their entrance last to a thunderous response from the NXT Universe. The rules for this bout were slightly altered from a typical Triple Threat Tag Team match. Rather than two competitors being allowed in the ring at once, three would. Balor, Richards and Daniels started things off, the latter superstar voicing his opinion on the other two. Balor and Richards responded by delivering duel-kicks to the mid-section of Daniels, following that up by hitting a double-team Suplex. Daniels rolled out of the ring as Richards tried to sneak in a roll up on Balor, unable to get the victory then. Balor got to his feet and traded kicks to the legs with Richards, the latter getting the better of him. Richards hit a running Dropkick to Balor, sending him to the outside. Richards then stepped onto the top rope, diving down onto both Balor and Daniels. Richards rolled Daniels into the ring, covering him for a two count. When Balor re-entered the ring, he made the tag to Itami, who charged at both Richards and Daniels with a Clothesline. Daniels ran towards his corner, making the tag to Kazarian. Immediately, Kazarian caught Itami's leg during a kick attempt, Richards charging into him with a Yakuza Kick. He got the cover on Kazarian, only for Itami to break it up. Richards retaliated against Itami with a few quick slaps to the face before making the tag to Eddie Edwards, who springboarded off of the top rope and connected with a forearm to Itami. Edwards attempted to get the cover, but Kazarian rolled him up for a two count. Edwards dodged a strike from Kazarian, delivering a German Suplex into a corner. Edwards stepped to the side as Itami charged into Kazarian with a running Dropkick. Edwards would then connect with a Superkick to Itami, covering him for the near fall. Edwards made the tag to Richards again, the two setting Itami up for the Powerbomb/Backbreaker combination. Itami, however, fought back with strikes to Edwards, freeing himself and getting the opening that he needed to tag in Balor. In came Balor with a Slingblade to Edwards before jumping onto the top rope, grounding Richards with a Hurricanrana! Balor was thinking Coup De Grâce at that moment, but Daniels, who was tagged in by Kazarian, pushed him off. Daniels attempted a split-legged Moonsault, but Richards moved out of harm's way. Daniels was down on both of his knees, Richards backing up and charging at him with a Superkick! He connected it right onto the side of Daniels' head, covering him. Unfortunately for The Alpha Wolves, Balor launched himself over the top rope, landing his elbow onto the back of Richards' head. Balor placed Richards onto his shoulders, making the tag to Itami. The former Pro Wrestling NOAH star ran towards Richards with a kick to the side of his head, Balor following up with a Cradle Shock. Itami covered Richards, only for Daniels to stop him from getting the win off of it. Kazarian pulled Balor out from underneath the ring, the two proceeding to brawl near the barricade. Edwards slid into the ring as he and Richards briefly looked over at Balor and Kazarian before glaring at each other and nodding. The Alpha Wolves then launched themselves out of the ring with Suicide Dives onto both Balor and Kazarian! Back in the ring, Itami placed Daniels onto the top rope in a unique position, facing the audience. Itami began to step up to the second rope, placing Daniels onto his shoulders for what looked to nearly be a Burning Hammer from the top rope. Daniels, however, raked the eyes of Itami, freeing himself for the maneuver's position. Daniels hooked both of Itami's arms together, delivering Angel's Wings from the top rope! Daniels covered Itami as Balor quickly slid into the ring, but was too late by that point to prevent the official from making the three count.
THE ADDICTION WIN THE NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS!
Christopher Daniels immediately rolled out of the ring as he took both of the NXT Tag Team Championships, the audience's response very mixed to the result. Finn Balor sat on his knees while staring down at the canvas, disappointed that he wasn't able to prevent himself and Hideo Itami from losing the gold. Frankie Kazarian was able to get back to his feet at ringside, joining Daniels on the entrance ramp as the two raised the titles high in the air. "Months ago at NXT TakeOver, The Addiction were not allowed an opportunity at the NXT Tag Team Championships. Tonight at TakeOver: Revision, they have seized the night and now have the titles!" Corey Graves said before Daniels actually stepped onto the announce table, swiveling his hips while showing off the title to the world. The Addiction are the new NXT Tag Team Champions!
Backstage in the locker room area, Sami Zayn was shown getting ready for tonight's main event, which will be a Championship Scramble match for the NXT Championship. Zayn was sporting a "YES! YES! YES" t-shirt, representing his good friend, Daniel Bryan, was is currently in the hospital as a result of Kevin Owens' attack at the conclusion of RAW two nights ago. "Sami Zayn needs to stay focused. It's great that he wants to get revenge for what happened to Bryan, but that's not what this match is about. It's about the NXT Championship," Jason Albert commented.
At the conclusion of this match, one thing would come to an end. Bo Rotundo's time in NXT, or Baron Corbin's undefeated streak. Bo was the first one out to the ring, maintaining his glowing smile despite the odds not being on his side. New entrance music for Corbin, "Spit Not Chewed" by My Ticket Home, brought the 'Lone Wolf' out to the ring, who just like Bo, kept his usual facial expression and body language. The bell sounded as Bo tried to keep his distance from Corbin, moving out of the corners when he found himself trapped. Eventually, Corbin was able to grab Bo by his hair, throwing him into a corner. He delivered a Clothesline before picking Bo up, presumably for the End of Days. Bo, however, took Corbin down with a DDT, covering him for what was barely a two count. Bo immediately stomped away on Corbin, trying to keep him down while Corey Graves noted on commentary that this was the longest match of Baron Corbin to date. Bo stepped onto the second rope, coming down with a knee onto the face of Corbin. After failing to find any success in covering Corbin once again, Bo attempted to bring him up to his feet for a Running Bo-Dog. Corbin pushed Bo off of him, sending him crashing to the canvas. Corbin took Bo down with a Big Boot before the 'Inspirational Superstar' rolled out of the ring. Corbin made chase for him, sending Bo into the steel steps. He rolled Bo back into the ring, choosing to set him up for End of Days instead of going for a cover. Bo, however, was able to use his weight to push Corbin into the ropes, holding onto one and refusing to let go. "No! You can't make me!" shouted Bo while Corbin attempted to pull him away from the ropes. Tired of that method, Corbin would instead let go of Bo before delivering a huge knee to the mid-section. Corbin brought Bo back into the center of the ring, finally planting him with End of Days to get the victory.
BARON CORBIN DEFEATS BO ROTUNDO!
The NXT audience responded positively as Baron Corbin had his arm raised while staring down at Bo Rotundo's fallen body. Corbin exited the ring and headed up the entrance ramp, not looking back as his job for the evening was completed. Bo Rotundo slowly began to rise to his feet, looking around the Full Sail Arena has he realized that due to his loss, he was officially off of the NXT roster. He took a microphone, saying that he understands the disappointment that the entire NXT Universe is feeling right now. "I'm... I'm no longer an NXT superstar, but in my heart, I am YOUR superstar! And that's what really matters because I will not! Stop! Bo-lieving!" Bo placed the microphone down on the canvas before taking a victory lap around the ring, despite the fact that he was the victor of anything. While Bo was trying to remain positive about his loss, a group of security guards made their way out to ringside. Not stopping for any of them, Bo ran into one while still on his victory lap. The rest of the guards caught up to Bo, taking him down to the canvas before carrying him through the audience. "I Bo-lieve in all of you! Never forget me!" Bo shouted to the NXT fans that were actually happy to see him gone, which he was seemingly oblivious to.
A promo was shown for Night of Champions, featuring the return of one of the most grueling matches in WWE history, the Elimination Chamber. Cody Rhodes defends the WWE Championship against Bray Wyatt, CM Punk, Dean Ambrose, Dolph Ziggler and Wade Barrett. Night of Champions is live September 15th on Pay-Per-View and the WWE Network.
Returning to the Full Sail Arena for NXT TakeOver: Revision, a shot of some of NXT's newest signings were shown sitting in the audience. One by one, each talent had their name displayed at the bottom of the screen with the camera on them. Ashley Flair, Rebecca Knox, Jessie McKay, Uhaa Nation and Kyle O'Reilly were all introduced to the NXT Universe. Uhaa and O'Reilly notably received the loudest reactions from the crowd, both even standing up to acknowledge the cheers. "So many outstanding new faces here in the Full Sail Arena that we hope to see in the ring very soon on NXT," Jason Albert said in regards to the five new members of the NXT roster.
Monstrous amounts of boos rained down onto the trio of Michael Bennett, Chris Masters and Maria Kanellis made their way out to the stage. The three marched down to the ring, but stopped along the way when they came across the five new NXT signings that were just introduced. Maria and Masters didn't take much time trying to intimidate them, but Bennett had a notably long staredown with Kyle O'Reilly. O'Reilly sat back down before Bennett headed to the ring, joining Maria and Masters as they taunted the audience that ferociously loathed them. The vibe drastically changed when Enzo Amore and Collin Cassady made their entrance, giving their usual pre-match promo. Enzo and Bennett looked as if they were going to start things off, but the latter made the tag to Masters before the bell sounded. Enzo immediately charged at the 'Masterpiece,' only to be pushed away. Masters flexed while taunting Enzo, who decided to tag in 'Big Cass.' Cassady stepped into the ring and towered over Masters, blocking a strike of his before connecting a few of his own. Cassady placed Masters into a corner, charging into him with a Splash. He quickly got the cover, but Masters managed to kick out in time. Cassady ran the ropes and went for a Leg Drop, only for Masters to move out of harm's way and make the tag to Bennett. Bennett stepped onto the top rope, hitting Cassady with a Missile Dropkick. 'Big Cass' kicked out of the pin attempt before Bennett applied a Rest Hold. Cassady was able to get to his feet, placing Bennett in position for a Sidewalk Slam. After planting him with it, Cassady crawled towards Enzo, the crowd coming unglued when he managed to make the tag. Enzo came in swinging, taking down Bennett before running towards Masters with a forearm that sent him crashing from the ring apron. Enzo stepped onto the top rope and delivered a Flying Crossbody. Bennett kicked out before Enzo ascended back to the top rope, waiting for the opening to connect with another Crossbody. Masters grabbed his leg, Cassady getting involved by going after the 'Masterpiece.' The distraction was effective by that point, though, as Bennett threw himself into the ropes, causing Enzo to fall down to the canvas. Bennett picked him up to his feet and delivered the Box Office Smash, covering him for the victory.
MICHAEL BENNETT & CHRIS MASTERS DEFEAT ENZO AMORE & COLLIN CASSADY!
The Full Sail Arena was not pleased one bit with the outcome as Michael Bennett was joined in the ring by Chris Masters and Maria Kanellis, the three of them standing tall over the fallen Enzo Amore. Bennett stepped out onto the ring apron, continuing to taunt the audience that has not supported him throughout his four months on NXT. Regardless of what anyone thinks of them, Bennett and Masters are victorious and will be leaving NXT TakeOver: Revision with the war against Enzo Amore and Collin Cassady won.
A promo was shown for the first-ever WWE and NXT crossover show titled "WWE/NXT Unison." On September 29th, the Superstars and Divas of both WWE and NXT will walk into the Manhattan Center in New York City for a historic live event. Unison is live on September 29th, exclusively on the WWE Network.
Returning to the Full Sail Arena for NXT TakeOver: Revision, the commentary trio expressed their excitement for Unison, stating that it is certain to be one of the biggest and best events on 2013. "And as we learned this past Monday on RAW, there's going to be a Champion vs. Champion match that will see the Divas Champion take on the NXT Women's Champion. Right now, we are set to find out who will walk into the Manhattan Center with the NXT Women's Title," said Byron Saxton to lead us into the "Cool Kids" video package that aired last week for Bayley. "Growing up, I was never like any of the other kids at my schools and I never heard the end of it. I was picked on for the way I looked, the way I dressed and the way I acted. My escape from all of that at an early age was wrestling. I knew from the moment I first watched that this is what I wanted to do. Not just to live my own dream, but to show others that you can be different and still do whatever it is that you want. That's why whenever I'm out there, I give hugs and whatnot. People think it's silly and childish, I know, but what if just one hug is the difference between someone giving up on their dreams and deciding chase it. People like Sasha Banks don't understand that and I don't get it. At heart, she and I are the same person. We both grew up loving the WWE and didn't let anything stop us from getting here. If we knew each other in school, we would have been best friends, probably. But for whatever, she uses her talents to make everyone feel like we're beneath her. When we stood in the ring a few weeks ago and she tried to crush my spirit, I took it personally because I spent many years taking that kind of verbal abuse from people like her. Instead of walking away, I decided to do something to Sasha that I didn't do anyone else who picked on me before: I fought back. Next week at NXT TakeOver: Revision, I'm going to continue that fight and do whatever I can to take the NXT Women's Championship. And once I beat Sasha and have that title in my hands, I can look back at that little girl who just wanted to live her dreams and tell her, 'You did it.'"
After the completion of the pre-match video package, new entrance music for Bayley sounded, "Dream Catcher" by Set It Off. Bayley wore tassels on her arms, but above all else to her new entrance attire was the expression on her face. "That is the expression of a girl who has dreamed about this moment her entire life," Corey Graves said. When the chorus of the song kicked in, Bayley spread her arms out as two Inflatable Tube Men shot up from the stage. The audience cheered Bayley on thunderously, giving her the biggest ovation up to that point of the event. "It's everything you wanted, maybe more," was the line from the theme music that repeated in Bayley's head as she looked out into crowd. Many people (herself included) began to tear up from the pure emotion that could be felt in the atmosphere. After the music silenced, the audience chanted Bayley's name for close to a minute before Sasha Banks' theme hit. Mixing Sasha's attitude with the crowd support for Bayley resulted in 'The Boss' receiving the biggest heat yet. Once in the ring, Sasha handed the NXT Women's Championship over the official before Eden Rhodes made the big pre-match introductions. "This is one of the most incredible things I've ever seen," Graves stated on commentary towards the amount of support from the Full Sail audience for Bayley. The bell sounded as the two Divas locked up, Bayley going behind Sasha and getting the quick roll up. Sasha managed to kick out at two, but rolled out of the ring as she was caught off guard by how quickly she nearly lost the Women's Title. Sasha rolled back into the ring, only to be caught in a small package roll up. 'The Boss' was able to kick out, her aggression levels rising after coming close to losing for the second time in just the first minute of the bout. She rammed Bayley into a corner, striking her repeatedly as the official began the five count. Sasha backed away into the opposite corner, charging into Bayley with running double knees. Sasha covered Bayley, only getting a two count of out it. She brought Bayley back up to her feet, throwing her against the ropes. "You don't belong here, Bayley! You're just a little girl in MY world!" Sasha shouted before slapping Bayley. Bayley, however, retaliated with a slap of her own! Bayley delivered a few more slaps with both hands before taking Sasha down by her legs, applying a single-legged Boston Crab. Sasha was able to reach the ropes relatively quickly before sliding out underneath the bottom rope. While Sasha was taking a breather, Bayley climbed up to the top rope and came down with a Flying Crossbody to the outside! Bayley crashed onto Sasha, but women remaining down for a few seconds before the challenger rolled the champion back into the ring. Sasha was able to kick out of the pinfall at two. Bayley brought Sasha to her feet, attempting a Suplex. Sasha, however, landed on her feet, connecting with the Backstabber! She attempted to transition into the Bank Statement, but Bayley rolled out of the predicament. Sasha brought her back into the center of the ring, attempting the Bank Statement again. Bayley rolled Sasha into another pinning predicament, 'The Boss' able to kick out. The defending NXT Women's Champion sprung to her feet and kicked Bayley in the side of her head before stomping away onto her arm. "Smart strategy by the NXT Women's Champion. Targeting the two parts of Bayley's body that are most affected by the Bank Statement," said Graves. Sasha placed Bayley's arm against the top turnbuckle, charging into it with both of her knees. Bayley held her arm in agony as Sasha got the cover, trying to force all of her weight onto the bad arm. Bayley kicked at two before Sasha covered her again, attempting to wear out Bayley's arm with the repeated pinfalls. Bayley turned the tables on Sasha, surprising her with a roll up. Sasha kicked out before grabbing Bayley's head, hitting her with a knee to the forehead. Bayley was laid out on the canvas as Sasha could have gone for the cover, but instead climbed onto the top rope. Paying tribute to one of her biggest inspirations, 'The Boss' attempted to hit a Frog Splash, but Bayley was able to move out of harm's way in time. Both women got to their feet at the same time, Bayley using her good arm to repeatedly take Sasha down. She stepped onto the top rope, struggling along the way due to her arm. Regardless, Bayley was able to connect with a Diving Back Elbow, covering Sasha for the two count. Bayley got up to her feet as the crowd began chanting, "This is awesome!" to show their appreciation for this match. Bayley waited patiently for Sasha to get up, wincing at times due to her bad arm. She turned Sasha around and attempted the Belly-to-Bayley, but the Women's Champion took Bayley down to the canvas by her bad arm, placing her in the Bank Statement! Sasha pulled back on Bayley's head furiously, trying to force her to submit at that point. Bayley's hand was shaking as she raised, considering giving up. "You've come too far, Bayley! Hold on!" Jason Albert said on commentary. Using the support of the NXT Universe, along with her own will to win, Bayley managed to reach the bottom rope. Sasha released the Bank Statement and slammed her fists onto the canvas, enraged that the much-adored challenger was still hanging on in this match. Bayley had to use the ropes to get to her feet, and once she was up, Sasha hit her with a huge forearm. Bayley responded with one of her own, having to use her good arm. The two exchanged forearms before Sasha was able to get the upper hand. 'The Boss' ran the ropes and attempted to hit one final forearm shot, but Bayley caught her by surprise with a one-arm Belly-to-Bayley! The NXT Universe jumped in excitement as Sasha was down and out! All Bayley had to do was cover her and she would be the new NXT Women's Champion! Bayley's bad arm wouldn't allow her to immediately go for the victory, however. She had to crawl towards Sasha, finally managing to cover her. However, she didn't act quickly enough as Sasha got a shoulder up right before the official could count to three! Bayley placed the palm of her hand over her face, upset with herself in allowing Sasha the time that she needed to kick out. Bayley backed into a corner, once again waiting for 'The Boss' to get her feet. Sasha stood in the opposite corner, Bayley charging into her with a shot from her good arm. Bayley ravenously struck away on Sasha, reaching the point where the official had to step in. Bayley, not noticing him, inadvertently struck the official in the head with an elbow, knocking him out. As Bayley continued to pulverize Sasha, the NXT Women's Champion slid underneath Bayley. She attempted to deliver the Backstabber, but Bayley used her good arm to hold onto the top rope. Sasha crashed back-first onto the canvas, rising to her feet only to have Bayley get a hold of her. The challenger delivering a Belly-to-Bayley into the turnbuckles, holding onto Sasha and connecting with another one onto the mat! Bayley covered Sasha as a new official ran into the ring, making the three count!
BAYLEY WINS THE NXT WOMEN'S CHAMPIONSHIP!
"She did it!! Bayley is the NXT Women's Champion!!" was the call made by Byron Saxton as the roof nearly came off of the Full Sail Arena. Bayley stood on her knees with her arm over her eyes, trying to wipe away the tears that were pouring down her face. "Here is your winner... and NEW NXT Women's Champion, Bayley!" announced Eden Rhodes as Bayley was handed the title. She stared at it while continuing to cry before rising to her feet. "She's dreamed of this moment her entire life! Picked on as a child because she was different, Bayley never once even thought about giving up and she is now the NXT Women's Champion! Congratulations, Bayley! You've earned this!" Jason Albert said he stood up from his chair at the announce table, applauding the new champion. Bayley raised the title high in the air as the original referee regained consciousness, speaking to the official who came out at the conclusion of the match to make the three count. The two officials went over to ringside, saying something to Eden. Bayley's music was silenced as Eden took her microphone, making an announcement that she didn't want to, but had no choice. "Ladies and gentlemen, I have just been informed that due to disqualification, the winner of this match.... and STILL the NXT Women's Champion, Sasha Banks," Eden said, heartbroken over the result. The audience members either responded through silence or rampant boos as cameras showed many of them with their mouths wide open in shock. The original official for the match took the NXT Women's Title away from Bayley as she reached out for it, her spirit absolutely shattered due to literally watching the championship slip out of her hands. The title was handed over to Sasha Banks, who clutched it to her chest while running up the entrance ramp, looking back at Bayley as she laughed at her. Chants of "bullsh*t!" rained from the audience while Bayley laid face down in the ring, crying into the canvas that she and Sasha used to paint a masterpiece. She won the match. She pinned Sasha Banks. She was crowned the NXT Women's Champion.... but because of one false move, it all meant nothing anymore. The officials tried to assist Bayley out of the ring, but as soon as the one that she struck touched her, she rose to her feet and planted him with the Belly-to-Bayley! Bayley held her arm while crying her eyes out, exiting the ring soon thereafter. You could make an argument at that point for what hurt Bayley more - her arm or the fact that the NXT Women's Championship was literally taken out of her hands. The NXT Universe gave Bayley a standing ovation, but she couldn't allow herself to acknowledge the cheers due to her broken heart.
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Returning to Full Sail University, the commentary trio of Byron Saxton, Jason Albert and Corey Graves were shown speechless after the events of the NXT Women's Championship match. "You know what all of that just reminded me of? AJ Lee losing to Paige at WrestleMania and look at what that did to her mentally. Sweet, innocent Bayley who would never hurt a fly just took out an NXT official," Corey Graves said. "But can you blame her? Bayley literally had the NXT Women's Championship in her hands and it was taken away from her because of something that, let's be honest, hardly ever gets called by an official. She defeated Sasha Banks, but doesn't have the title to show it and that crushes me. It really does because I know how much this industry means to Bayley," stated Jason Albert.
As Byron Saxton attempted to segue into the NXT Championship match, the voice of one Paul Heyman could be heard. "Ladies and gentlemen..." Heyman said as he made his way out to the stage. "... My name is Paul Heyman and I am the advocate for some of the most talented and dominant individuals that have ever graced this industry that I have dedicated my life to. The reigning and defending WWE Tag Team Champions, Antonio Cesaro and a former NXT Champion, Kassius Ohno! And of course, unstoppable, uncaring, unbeatable, career-killing 'Beast Incarnate,' BROCK LESNAR! And recently, I utilized the social media platform that the WWE tries to shove down everyone's throats to bring you all a bit of information that you should actually care about. I announced to the world that NXT TakeOver: Revision would not be remembered as the night that the future took over, but rather the night where I introduced my newest client to the world. Now, there has not been any sort of deal reached yet because I wanted to wait until this very moment to extend my offer out to not one, but two young superstars in the back who I would love to sign on with my clientele. So.... if Finn Balor and Hideo Itami could, please, gentlemen, come down to the ring and allow me to propose an offer that neither of you can turn down." The audience responded with surprise to Heyman's announcement as the entrance music of Balor and Itami hit. The two NXT superstars who failed to retain the NXT Tag Team Championships at the start of the show marched down to the ring, Balor taking a microphone. "Paul, now is not the time, and quite frankly, it never will be. Hideo and I have no interest in joining you and your glorified pack of dogs because all we're thinking about is a rematch for the NXT Tag Team Championships," Balor said as Heyman kept a smile on his face, responding to the rejection. "Which is exactly why you two need someone like me guiding your careers. Had I been at ringside earlier this evening with you both, you'd still have the NXT Tag Team Championships. Feel honored that even in defeat, you two are still on my radar and I still want to act as an advocate for this team. For months, I've been watching performances from you two. Not just in this NXT ring, but all over the world prior to signing with WWE at the beginning of this year. Allow me to the opportunity to lead you guys and I will take your career to heights that it won't be able to reach without me because what I'm saying right now is the absolute truth. Finn Balor and Hideo Itami are good, but under the guidance of Paul Heyman, Finn Balor and Hideo Itami can be immortal." Despite hearing everything that Heyman had to say, Balor still refused to accept the offer. "I hear you, Finn, denying my offer, but how rude of you to not even ask your tag team partner what he wants to do." Balor was hesitant, but knew that he needed to allow Itami the chance to speak for himself. Itami took the microphone, but did not say anything, which isn't unusual since he has yet to speak a single word in NXT. "Paul, it's a no. We're not going to sell out and hand our careers over to-" said Balor before Itami placed him on his shoulders, delivering the Burning Hammer! The entire NXT Universe watched in absolute shock as Itami stood over Balor while Heyman's smile lit up his face. Itami turned around and stared at Heyman, who extended his arm out. "No..." Jason Albert said when Itami accepted the handshake! "Ladies and gentlemen, NXT's first-ever 'Paul Heyman Guy,' Hideo Itami!" Heyman raised Itami's arm while the audience thunderously booed the duo, beginning a chant of, "You sold out!" Heyman and Itami left the ring, leaving Balor laid out in the center of the ring. It's official. Hideo Itami now joins Kassius Ohno, Antonio Cesaro and Brock Lesnar as a 'Paul Heyman Guy.'
A video package was shown for the main event of the evening. The Championship Scramble match for the NXT Championship. Three months ago at NXT TakeOver, Sami Zayn defeated Adam Cole to capture the NXT Championship. During Zayn's celebration, he was attacked by the man that he considered to be his best friend, Kevin Owens. After Owens laid Zayn out with a Powerbomb, Tyler Breeze hit the ring with his Money in the Bank briefcase and cashed-in to steal the NXT Title from Zayn. With Breeze as the champion, Zayn, Cole, Owens and even Evan Bourne set their sights on him, resulting in General Manager, Brad Maddox, making a Championship Scramble match official for NXT TakeOver: Revision. The rules of the match are as follows. Two competitors will start off the match with the remaining three superstars entering at five minute intervals. When a pinfall or submission occurs at any point in the match, an interim champion is crowned. Whoever is the interim champion five minutes after the final superstar enters will be declared the winner of the match and the NXT Champion.
The entrance music of Sami Zayn first hit to an overwhelming response from the NXT Universe. Zayn made his way out to the stage, he and the NXT Universe shouting, "Let's go!" in unison with his theme song. "May 27th, 2013. The night that Sami Zayn held the NXT Championship, only to have Kevin Owens and Tyler Breeze rip it away from him," Corey Graves said, following up with a declaration that tonight is the most focused Zayn has been in his career. While Zayn was in the ring, cameras showed Brie Bella sitting in the audience, who was undoubtedly there in attendance to watch Kevin Owens suffer for what he did to Daniel Bryan two nights ago on Monday Night RAW. Evan Bourne's entrance music hit next as the man who voluntarily made the jump from the main roster to NXT to rejuvenate his career made his way down to the ring. "Evan Bourne wanted to give his career a fresh start and there's no bigger, better way to do that than win the NXT Championship," Jason Albert said as Bourne and Zayn shook hands prior to the bell sounded. The two locked up as Bourne slid underneath Zayn, sweeping his legs to bring down to the canvas. Bourne followed that up with a standing Moonsault, Zayn managing to kick out at two. When Zayn got to his feet, Bourne attempted to deliver a Head Scissors Takedown, but Zayn held onto Bourne and planted him face-first with a sitout slam. Bourne was able to kick out as Zayn ran the ropes, missing a kick to Bourne's face. Bourne turned Zayn around and hit a jumping knee to the chin, Zayn falling back onto the mat. Bourne found the opening that he needed to head up to the top rope, coming down with Air Bourne. Zayn, however, was able to roll out of the way as Bourne landed on his feet. Zayn springboarded out of the corner, taking out Bourne with a Tornado DDT. After Zayn failed to become the interim champion off of that, the countdown clock appeared to bring out the third competitor. When the buzzer sounded, the entrance music of Kevin Owens hit to a massively negative reaction. Out came Owens, who headed down to the ring as Zayn slid underneath the bottom rope. "Here we go!" Byron Saxton said as Zayn and Owens traded blows on the outside. Owens caught Zayn with a knee to the mid-section, setting him up for a Powerbomb onto the ring apron. Thankfully, Zayn was able to fight out of it, hitting Owens with a few more strikes to the side of the head. As the two were slugging it out, Bourne launched himself over the top rope and came crashing down onto them! Bourne rolled Zayn back into the ring, covering him for a two count. Bourne turned his attention back to Owens, leaping off of the ring apron and onto him. Owens caught Bourne in mid-air, ramming him spine-first into the steel ring post. Owens slid into the ring, charging into Zayn with a huge Clothesline. Owens covered Zayn for a two count before attempting to deliver a Pop Up Powerbomb. When he was tossed into the air, Zayn hit Owens with a Dropkick, buying him some time to get back in this match. Zayn ran towards Owens, Clotheslining him over the top rope. As Zayn was attempting to launch himself over the top rope, Bourne crept up behind him and got a roll up for a two count. When both men got to their feet, Zayn caught Bourne and delivered an Exploder Suplex into the corner. Zayn followed that up with the Helluva Kick, covering Bourne for the three count. Sami Zayn is the interim NXT Champion.
The audience popped wildly as Sami Zayn was declared the interim NXT Champion, but were not yet ready to celebrate as the match was not over at that point. Zayn exited the ring when he noticed Kevin Owens getting back up to his feet, running towards the ring post to deliver his incredible Tornado DDT. Zayn headed back into the ring, waiting for the arrival of the next competitor. Adam Cole's entrance music hit as one of the former NXT Champions involved in this match headed down to the ring, going right after Zayn. "These two guys respect the hell out of each other, but respecting your opponent isn't going to get you to the NXT Championship and they know that," Corey Graves said. Zayn attempted to deliver the Exploder Suplex, but a few elbows from Cole prevented that. Cole delivered a Superkick to Zayn when he noticed Bourne standing on the top rope. Bourne leaped off, only to be caught in mid-air with a Superkick! Cole went for the cover on Bourne, but was pulled out of the ring by Kevin Owens. Owens failed to connect with a Clothesline, but Cole was successful in delivering a third Superkick! "Adam Cole is on fire right now!" Jason Albert noted as the NXT Universe went wild for Cole. He slid back into the ring, covering Bourne for a two count. Cole moved over to Zayn, who was able to kick out of the pinfall attempt. Cole stood back up to his feet, waiting for ether Zayn or Bourne to do the same. He pushed Zayn out of the way, grabbing Bourne and delivering the Forida Key to become the champion for the moment. Adam Cole is the interim NXT Champion.
A minute remained until the official NXT Champion, Tyler Breeze, entered the match, which meant that if no pinfalls or submissions occurred within the next six minutes, Adam Cole would officially become a two-time NXT Champion. The commentators noted that Kevin Owens was back to his feet and could have stopped Cole from getting the pinfall, but didn't as it meant that Sami Zayn would no longer be the interim champion. Owens quickly rolled into the ring and started pounding away on Cole, throwing him to the outside of the ring. Owens stepped out onto the ring apron, leaping off with a Senton onto Cole! Owens got back to his feet pulled Zayn out from underneath the bottom rope, throwing him into the steel steps. Owens went over to ringside, grabbing a steel chair. "There are no disqualifications in this match, which is a rule that was officially implemented after Night of Champions last year, but a guy like Kevin Owens doesn't need a weapon in his hands," said Albert on commentary, considered for the well-being of the other competitors. Owens set the chair up at ringside, going after Zayn before being turned around by Bourne. Bourne struck away with a few shots to the head of Owens, but paid for it when he was kicked in the mid-section. Owens then placed Bourne in position for a Powerbomb, delivering it onto the seat of the chair! Bourne's back literally caved-in the chair as he lied motionless on the floor. The countdown clock reached zero as the NXT Champion, Tyler Breeze, made his way down to ringside, hesitant to step up to Owens. Before he could, Cole went after him at ringside, the two brawling before Cole threw Breeze into the barricade. Zayn climbed onto the top rope, leaping onto Owens with a Crossbody. Instead of going for a cover, Zayn struck Owens repeatedly with shots to the forehead, which the commentators acknowledged as a mistake on Zayn's part. Cole attempted to plant Breeze with the Florida Key onto the floor, only to be rammed into the ring post. When Breeze freed himself, he caught Cole with a Supermodel Kick, causing him to fall back against the same ring post that he previously collided with. Breeze slid into the ring, attacking Zayn from behind. He then went for a cover on Owens, only to be pushed off. Zayn grabbed Breeze and threw him into a corner, striking away before turning his attention back to Owens. However, Zayn was caught with a Pop Up Powerbomb! Owens got the cover on Zayn, the official making the three count. Kevin Owens is the interim NXT Champion.
Kevin Owens took no time to relish in the fact that he was a little over two minutes from becoming the NXT Champion as he rose to his feet, running towards Tyler Breeze with a Cannonball. He then rolled underneath the bottom rope, picking up Evan Bourne, who had still not moved since receiving a Powerbomb onto a steel chair. Owens delivered a second Powerbomb, this time onto the ring apron! He moved over to Adam Cole, picking him up and throwing him over the barricade. "Guys, Kevin Owens is making sure that none of the competitors can even get back into this match, let alone go for a pinfall or submission," was the call made by Corey Graves, also praising the strategy on the part of Owens. Back in the ring, Owens, pulled Breeze out of the corner, hitting another Powerbomb for the same reason that he took out Bourne and Cole. Owens and Zayn were left in the ring with thirty seconds remaining on the clock. Owens brought his former best friend up to his feet, only for Zayn to catch him by surprise with a Small Package roll up. Owens kicked out at two, now in a vulnerable position with literally seconds remaining in the match. Zayn charged towards Owens, getting him into a corner. Zayn furiously fired away with right and left hand shots, getting the opening that he needed for the Helluva Kick. Owens, however, rolled to the outside of the ring with fifteen seconds left on the clock. Zayn tried to go after him, but Owens outsmarted him by using Zayn's desperation to his advantage. Owens threw Zayn face-first into the steel ring post before rolling back into the ring, looking around as all of his competition was out of the equation. Owens simply watched the countdown clock reach zero, meaning that he was now the NXT Champion.
KEVIN OWENS WINS THE NXT CHAMPIONSHIP!
Boos rained down from the Full Sail faithful as Kevin Owens took the NXT Championship from ringside, not even waiting for the official announcement to be made. He then immediately stepped over the barricade, making his way over to Brie Bella's seat. "You make sure that your husband knows that I'm the NXT Champion now!" Owens shouted at Brie, who couldn't even look him in the face. In response to that, Owens actually had the audacity to spit on Brie! "This isn't right. That man, or coward as I should put it, is the new NXT Champion," Jason Albert said as Owens headed back into the ring, raising the title over his head. Sami Zayn, Evan Bourne, Adam Cole and Tyler Breeze were all down and out, courtesy of the man who came out on top of this Championship Scramble match. The same individual who nearly ended the career of Christian, and may have done just that to Daniel Bryan on Monday. Kevin Owens is the new NXT Champion.
Cutting to the Full Sail Arena, the sold out audience was shown fired up and ready for the biggest night in NXT history, NXT TakeOver: Revision! Jason Albert and Byron Saxton welcomed everyone viewing on the WWE Network to Revision, introducing Corey Graves as the newest play-by-play analyst for the brand. "I competed as an NXT superstar for over a year, and even I've never been as excited as I am right now for what's in store tonight," said Graves, visibly ecstatic just as any other fan. Wasting no time, Saxton sent things over to Eden Rhodes, who was returning to her ring announcing duties after being tormented by The Wyatt Family last month. "Your opening contest is a Triple Threat match for the NXT Tag Team Championships!"
The Alpha Wolves were the first to make their entrances, bringing the NXT Universe members in the Full Sail Arena to their feet. "It was six months ago when Eddie Edwards and Davey Richards debuted in NXT to defeat Jake Carter and myself for the Tag Team Championships. I know first hand just how good these guys are, and if I'm being honest right now, I'm rolling with The Alpha Wolves as my picks," Corey Graves said, predicting that Edwards and Richards will reclaim the gold. New theme music for The Addiction, "Bad Man" by Squid the Whale, hit as Christopher Daniels and Frankie Kazarian marched down the ring, or rather strut in the case of Daniels. The only duo in this match who have never held the NXT Tag Team Championships had the opportunity to change all of that in this match. Speaking of the Tag Team Titles, the current title holders, Finn Balor and Hideo Itami, made their entrance last to a thunderous response from the NXT Universe. The rules for this bout were slightly altered from a typical Triple Threat Tag Team match. Rather than two competitors being allowed in the ring at once, three would. Balor, Richards and Daniels started things off, the latter superstar voicing his opinion on the other two. Balor and Richards responded by delivering duel-kicks to the mid-section of Daniels, following that up by hitting a double-team Suplex. Daniels rolled out of the ring as Richards tried to sneak in a roll up on Balor, unable to get the victory then. Balor got to his feet and traded kicks to the legs with Richards, the latter getting the better of him. Richards hit a running Dropkick to Balor, sending him to the outside. Richards then stepped onto the top rope, diving down onto both Balor and Daniels. Richards rolled Daniels into the ring, covering him for a two count. When Balor re-entered the ring, he made the tag to Itami, who charged at both Richards and Daniels with a Clothesline. Daniels ran towards his corner, making the tag to Kazarian. Immediately, Kazarian caught Itami's leg during a kick attempt, Richards charging into him with a Yakuza Kick. He got the cover on Kazarian, only for Itami to break it up. Richards retaliated against Itami with a few quick slaps to the face before making the tag to Eddie Edwards, who springboarded off of the top rope and connected with a forearm to Itami. Edwards attempted to get the cover, but Kazarian rolled him up for a two count. Edwards dodged a strike from Kazarian, delivering a German Suplex into a corner. Edwards stepped to the side as Itami charged into Kazarian with a running Dropkick. Edwards would then connect with a Superkick to Itami, covering him for the near fall. Edwards made the tag to Richards again, the two setting Itami up for the Powerbomb/Backbreaker combination. Itami, however, fought back with strikes to Edwards, freeing himself and getting the opening that he needed to tag in Balor. In came Balor with a Slingblade to Edwards before jumping onto the top rope, grounding Richards with a Hurricanrana! Balor was thinking Coup De Grâce at that moment, but Daniels, who was tagged in by Kazarian, pushed him off. Daniels attempted a split-legged Moonsault, but Richards moved out of harm's way. Daniels was down on both of his knees, Richards backing up and charging at him with a Superkick! He connected it right onto the side of Daniels' head, covering him. Unfortunately for The Alpha Wolves, Balor launched himself over the top rope, landing his elbow onto the back of Richards' head. Balor placed Richards onto his shoulders, making the tag to Itami. The former Pro Wrestling NOAH star ran towards Richards with a kick to the side of his head, Balor following up with a Cradle Shock. Itami covered Richards, only for Daniels to stop him from getting the win off of it. Kazarian pulled Balor out from underneath the ring, the two proceeding to brawl near the barricade. Edwards slid into the ring as he and Richards briefly looked over at Balor and Kazarian before glaring at each other and nodding. The Alpha Wolves then launched themselves out of the ring with Suicide Dives onto both Balor and Kazarian! Back in the ring, Itami placed Daniels onto the top rope in a unique position, facing the audience. Itami began to step up to the second rope, placing Daniels onto his shoulders for what looked to nearly be a Burning Hammer from the top rope. Daniels, however, raked the eyes of Itami, freeing himself for the maneuver's position. Daniels hooked both of Itami's arms together, delivering Angel's Wings from the top rope! Daniels covered Itami as Balor quickly slid into the ring, but was too late by that point to prevent the official from making the three count.
THE ADDICTION WIN THE NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS!
Christopher Daniels immediately rolled out of the ring as he took both of the NXT Tag Team Championships, the audience's response very mixed to the result. Finn Balor sat on his knees while staring down at the canvas, disappointed that he wasn't able to prevent himself and Hideo Itami from losing the gold. Frankie Kazarian was able to get back to his feet at ringside, joining Daniels on the entrance ramp as the two raised the titles high in the air. "Months ago at NXT TakeOver, The Addiction were not allowed an opportunity at the NXT Tag Team Championships. Tonight at TakeOver: Revision, they have seized the night and now have the titles!" Corey Graves said before Daniels actually stepped onto the announce table, swiveling his hips while showing off the title to the world. The Addiction are the new NXT Tag Team Champions!
Backstage in the locker room area, Sami Zayn was shown getting ready for tonight's main event, which will be a Championship Scramble match for the NXT Championship. Zayn was sporting a "YES! YES! YES" t-shirt, representing his good friend, Daniel Bryan, was is currently in the hospital as a result of Kevin Owens' attack at the conclusion of RAW two nights ago. "Sami Zayn needs to stay focused. It's great that he wants to get revenge for what happened to Bryan, but that's not what this match is about. It's about the NXT Championship," Jason Albert commented.
At the conclusion of this match, one thing would come to an end. Bo Rotundo's time in NXT, or Baron Corbin's undefeated streak. Bo was the first one out to the ring, maintaining his glowing smile despite the odds not being on his side. New entrance music for Corbin, "Spit Not Chewed" by My Ticket Home, brought the 'Lone Wolf' out to the ring, who just like Bo, kept his usual facial expression and body language. The bell sounded as Bo tried to keep his distance from Corbin, moving out of the corners when he found himself trapped. Eventually, Corbin was able to grab Bo by his hair, throwing him into a corner. He delivered a Clothesline before picking Bo up, presumably for the End of Days. Bo, however, took Corbin down with a DDT, covering him for what was barely a two count. Bo immediately stomped away on Corbin, trying to keep him down while Corey Graves noted on commentary that this was the longest match of Baron Corbin to date. Bo stepped onto the second rope, coming down with a knee onto the face of Corbin. After failing to find any success in covering Corbin once again, Bo attempted to bring him up to his feet for a Running Bo-Dog. Corbin pushed Bo off of him, sending him crashing to the canvas. Corbin took Bo down with a Big Boot before the 'Inspirational Superstar' rolled out of the ring. Corbin made chase for him, sending Bo into the steel steps. He rolled Bo back into the ring, choosing to set him up for End of Days instead of going for a cover. Bo, however, was able to use his weight to push Corbin into the ropes, holding onto one and refusing to let go. "No! You can't make me!" shouted Bo while Corbin attempted to pull him away from the ropes. Tired of that method, Corbin would instead let go of Bo before delivering a huge knee to the mid-section. Corbin brought Bo back into the center of the ring, finally planting him with End of Days to get the victory.
BARON CORBIN DEFEATS BO ROTUNDO!
The NXT audience responded positively as Baron Corbin had his arm raised while staring down at Bo Rotundo's fallen body. Corbin exited the ring and headed up the entrance ramp, not looking back as his job for the evening was completed. Bo Rotundo slowly began to rise to his feet, looking around the Full Sail Arena has he realized that due to his loss, he was officially off of the NXT roster. He took a microphone, saying that he understands the disappointment that the entire NXT Universe is feeling right now. "I'm... I'm no longer an NXT superstar, but in my heart, I am YOUR superstar! And that's what really matters because I will not! Stop! Bo-lieving!" Bo placed the microphone down on the canvas before taking a victory lap around the ring, despite the fact that he was the victor of anything. While Bo was trying to remain positive about his loss, a group of security guards made their way out to ringside. Not stopping for any of them, Bo ran into one while still on his victory lap. The rest of the guards caught up to Bo, taking him down to the canvas before carrying him through the audience. "I Bo-lieve in all of you! Never forget me!" Bo shouted to the NXT fans that were actually happy to see him gone, which he was seemingly oblivious to.
A promo was shown for Night of Champions, featuring the return of one of the most grueling matches in WWE history, the Elimination Chamber. Cody Rhodes defends the WWE Championship against Bray Wyatt, CM Punk, Dean Ambrose, Dolph Ziggler and Wade Barrett. Night of Champions is live September 15th on Pay-Per-View and the WWE Network.
Returning to the Full Sail Arena for NXT TakeOver: Revision, a shot of some of NXT's newest signings were shown sitting in the audience. One by one, each talent had their name displayed at the bottom of the screen with the camera on them. Ashley Flair, Rebecca Knox, Jessie McKay, Uhaa Nation and Kyle O'Reilly were all introduced to the NXT Universe. Uhaa and O'Reilly notably received the loudest reactions from the crowd, both even standing up to acknowledge the cheers. "So many outstanding new faces here in the Full Sail Arena that we hope to see in the ring very soon on NXT," Jason Albert said in regards to the five new members of the NXT roster.
Monstrous amounts of boos rained down onto the trio of Michael Bennett, Chris Masters and Maria Kanellis made their way out to the stage. The three marched down to the ring, but stopped along the way when they came across the five new NXT signings that were just introduced. Maria and Masters didn't take much time trying to intimidate them, but Bennett had a notably long staredown with Kyle O'Reilly. O'Reilly sat back down before Bennett headed to the ring, joining Maria and Masters as they taunted the audience that ferociously loathed them. The vibe drastically changed when Enzo Amore and Collin Cassady made their entrance, giving their usual pre-match promo. Enzo and Bennett looked as if they were going to start things off, but the latter made the tag to Masters before the bell sounded. Enzo immediately charged at the 'Masterpiece,' only to be pushed away. Masters flexed while taunting Enzo, who decided to tag in 'Big Cass.' Cassady stepped into the ring and towered over Masters, blocking a strike of his before connecting a few of his own. Cassady placed Masters into a corner, charging into him with a Splash. He quickly got the cover, but Masters managed to kick out in time. Cassady ran the ropes and went for a Leg Drop, only for Masters to move out of harm's way and make the tag to Bennett. Bennett stepped onto the top rope, hitting Cassady with a Missile Dropkick. 'Big Cass' kicked out of the pin attempt before Bennett applied a Rest Hold. Cassady was able to get to his feet, placing Bennett in position for a Sidewalk Slam. After planting him with it, Cassady crawled towards Enzo, the crowd coming unglued when he managed to make the tag. Enzo came in swinging, taking down Bennett before running towards Masters with a forearm that sent him crashing from the ring apron. Enzo stepped onto the top rope and delivered a Flying Crossbody. Bennett kicked out before Enzo ascended back to the top rope, waiting for the opening to connect with another Crossbody. Masters grabbed his leg, Cassady getting involved by going after the 'Masterpiece.' The distraction was effective by that point, though, as Bennett threw himself into the ropes, causing Enzo to fall down to the canvas. Bennett picked him up to his feet and delivered the Box Office Smash, covering him for the victory.
MICHAEL BENNETT & CHRIS MASTERS DEFEAT ENZO AMORE & COLLIN CASSADY!
The Full Sail Arena was not pleased one bit with the outcome as Michael Bennett was joined in the ring by Chris Masters and Maria Kanellis, the three of them standing tall over the fallen Enzo Amore. Bennett stepped out onto the ring apron, continuing to taunt the audience that has not supported him throughout his four months on NXT. Regardless of what anyone thinks of them, Bennett and Masters are victorious and will be leaving NXT TakeOver: Revision with the war against Enzo Amore and Collin Cassady won.
A promo was shown for the first-ever WWE and NXT crossover show titled "WWE/NXT Unison." On September 29th, the Superstars and Divas of both WWE and NXT will walk into the Manhattan Center in New York City for a historic live event. Unison is live on September 29th, exclusively on the WWE Network.
Returning to the Full Sail Arena for NXT TakeOver: Revision, the commentary trio expressed their excitement for Unison, stating that it is certain to be one of the biggest and best events on 2013. "And as we learned this past Monday on RAW, there's going to be a Champion vs. Champion match that will see the Divas Champion take on the NXT Women's Champion. Right now, we are set to find out who will walk into the Manhattan Center with the NXT Women's Title," said Byron Saxton to lead us into the "Cool Kids" video package that aired last week for Bayley. "Growing up, I was never like any of the other kids at my schools and I never heard the end of it. I was picked on for the way I looked, the way I dressed and the way I acted. My escape from all of that at an early age was wrestling. I knew from the moment I first watched that this is what I wanted to do. Not just to live my own dream, but to show others that you can be different and still do whatever it is that you want. That's why whenever I'm out there, I give hugs and whatnot. People think it's silly and childish, I know, but what if just one hug is the difference between someone giving up on their dreams and deciding chase it. People like Sasha Banks don't understand that and I don't get it. At heart, she and I are the same person. We both grew up loving the WWE and didn't let anything stop us from getting here. If we knew each other in school, we would have been best friends, probably. But for whatever, she uses her talents to make everyone feel like we're beneath her. When we stood in the ring a few weeks ago and she tried to crush my spirit, I took it personally because I spent many years taking that kind of verbal abuse from people like her. Instead of walking away, I decided to do something to Sasha that I didn't do anyone else who picked on me before: I fought back. Next week at NXT TakeOver: Revision, I'm going to continue that fight and do whatever I can to take the NXT Women's Championship. And once I beat Sasha and have that title in my hands, I can look back at that little girl who just wanted to live her dreams and tell her, 'You did it.'"
After the completion of the pre-match video package, new entrance music for Bayley sounded, "Dream Catcher" by Set It Off. Bayley wore tassels on her arms, but above all else to her new entrance attire was the expression on her face. "That is the expression of a girl who has dreamed about this moment her entire life," Corey Graves said. When the chorus of the song kicked in, Bayley spread her arms out as two Inflatable Tube Men shot up from the stage. The audience cheered Bayley on thunderously, giving her the biggest ovation up to that point of the event. "It's everything you wanted, maybe more," was the line from the theme music that repeated in Bayley's head as she looked out into crowd. Many people (herself included) began to tear up from the pure emotion that could be felt in the atmosphere. After the music silenced, the audience chanted Bayley's name for close to a minute before Sasha Banks' theme hit. Mixing Sasha's attitude with the crowd support for Bayley resulted in 'The Boss' receiving the biggest heat yet. Once in the ring, Sasha handed the NXT Women's Championship over the official before Eden Rhodes made the big pre-match introductions. "This is one of the most incredible things I've ever seen," Graves stated on commentary towards the amount of support from the Full Sail audience for Bayley. The bell sounded as the two Divas locked up, Bayley going behind Sasha and getting the quick roll up. Sasha managed to kick out at two, but rolled out of the ring as she was caught off guard by how quickly she nearly lost the Women's Title. Sasha rolled back into the ring, only to be caught in a small package roll up. 'The Boss' was able to kick out, her aggression levels rising after coming close to losing for the second time in just the first minute of the bout. She rammed Bayley into a corner, striking her repeatedly as the official began the five count. Sasha backed away into the opposite corner, charging into Bayley with running double knees. Sasha covered Bayley, only getting a two count of out it. She brought Bayley back up to her feet, throwing her against the ropes. "You don't belong here, Bayley! You're just a little girl in MY world!" Sasha shouted before slapping Bayley. Bayley, however, retaliated with a slap of her own! Bayley delivered a few more slaps with both hands before taking Sasha down by her legs, applying a single-legged Boston Crab. Sasha was able to reach the ropes relatively quickly before sliding out underneath the bottom rope. While Sasha was taking a breather, Bayley climbed up to the top rope and came down with a Flying Crossbody to the outside! Bayley crashed onto Sasha, but women remaining down for a few seconds before the challenger rolled the champion back into the ring. Sasha was able to kick out of the pinfall at two. Bayley brought Sasha to her feet, attempting a Suplex. Sasha, however, landed on her feet, connecting with the Backstabber! She attempted to transition into the Bank Statement, but Bayley rolled out of the predicament. Sasha brought her back into the center of the ring, attempting the Bank Statement again. Bayley rolled Sasha into another pinning predicament, 'The Boss' able to kick out. The defending NXT Women's Champion sprung to her feet and kicked Bayley in the side of her head before stomping away onto her arm. "Smart strategy by the NXT Women's Champion. Targeting the two parts of Bayley's body that are most affected by the Bank Statement," said Graves. Sasha placed Bayley's arm against the top turnbuckle, charging into it with both of her knees. Bayley held her arm in agony as Sasha got the cover, trying to force all of her weight onto the bad arm. Bayley kicked at two before Sasha covered her again, attempting to wear out Bayley's arm with the repeated pinfalls. Bayley turned the tables on Sasha, surprising her with a roll up. Sasha kicked out before grabbing Bayley's head, hitting her with a knee to the forehead. Bayley was laid out on the canvas as Sasha could have gone for the cover, but instead climbed onto the top rope. Paying tribute to one of her biggest inspirations, 'The Boss' attempted to hit a Frog Splash, but Bayley was able to move out of harm's way in time. Both women got to their feet at the same time, Bayley using her good arm to repeatedly take Sasha down. She stepped onto the top rope, struggling along the way due to her arm. Regardless, Bayley was able to connect with a Diving Back Elbow, covering Sasha for the two count. Bayley got up to her feet as the crowd began chanting, "This is awesome!" to show their appreciation for this match. Bayley waited patiently for Sasha to get up, wincing at times due to her bad arm. She turned Sasha around and attempted the Belly-to-Bayley, but the Women's Champion took Bayley down to the canvas by her bad arm, placing her in the Bank Statement! Sasha pulled back on Bayley's head furiously, trying to force her to submit at that point. Bayley's hand was shaking as she raised, considering giving up. "You've come too far, Bayley! Hold on!" Jason Albert said on commentary. Using the support of the NXT Universe, along with her own will to win, Bayley managed to reach the bottom rope. Sasha released the Bank Statement and slammed her fists onto the canvas, enraged that the much-adored challenger was still hanging on in this match. Bayley had to use the ropes to get to her feet, and once she was up, Sasha hit her with a huge forearm. Bayley responded with one of her own, having to use her good arm. The two exchanged forearms before Sasha was able to get the upper hand. 'The Boss' ran the ropes and attempted to hit one final forearm shot, but Bayley caught her by surprise with a one-arm Belly-to-Bayley! The NXT Universe jumped in excitement as Sasha was down and out! All Bayley had to do was cover her and she would be the new NXT Women's Champion! Bayley's bad arm wouldn't allow her to immediately go for the victory, however. She had to crawl towards Sasha, finally managing to cover her. However, she didn't act quickly enough as Sasha got a shoulder up right before the official could count to three! Bayley placed the palm of her hand over her face, upset with herself in allowing Sasha the time that she needed to kick out. Bayley backed into a corner, once again waiting for 'The Boss' to get her feet. Sasha stood in the opposite corner, Bayley charging into her with a shot from her good arm. Bayley ravenously struck away on Sasha, reaching the point where the official had to step in. Bayley, not noticing him, inadvertently struck the official in the head with an elbow, knocking him out. As Bayley continued to pulverize Sasha, the NXT Women's Champion slid underneath Bayley. She attempted to deliver the Backstabber, but Bayley used her good arm to hold onto the top rope. Sasha crashed back-first onto the canvas, rising to her feet only to have Bayley get a hold of her. The challenger delivering a Belly-to-Bayley into the turnbuckles, holding onto Sasha and connecting with another one onto the mat! Bayley covered Sasha as a new official ran into the ring, making the three count!
BAYLEY WINS THE NXT WOMEN'S CHAMPIONSHIP!
"She did it!! Bayley is the NXT Women's Champion!!" was the call made by Byron Saxton as the roof nearly came off of the Full Sail Arena. Bayley stood on her knees with her arm over her eyes, trying to wipe away the tears that were pouring down her face. "Here is your winner... and NEW NXT Women's Champion, Bayley!" announced Eden Rhodes as Bayley was handed the title. She stared at it while continuing to cry before rising to her feet. "She's dreamed of this moment her entire life! Picked on as a child because she was different, Bayley never once even thought about giving up and she is now the NXT Women's Champion! Congratulations, Bayley! You've earned this!" Jason Albert said he stood up from his chair at the announce table, applauding the new champion. Bayley raised the title high in the air as the original referee regained consciousness, speaking to the official who came out at the conclusion of the match to make the three count. The two officials went over to ringside, saying something to Eden. Bayley's music was silenced as Eden took her microphone, making an announcement that she didn't want to, but had no choice. "Ladies and gentlemen, I have just been informed that due to disqualification, the winner of this match.... and STILL the NXT Women's Champion, Sasha Banks," Eden said, heartbroken over the result. The audience members either responded through silence or rampant boos as cameras showed many of them with their mouths wide open in shock. The original official for the match took the NXT Women's Title away from Bayley as she reached out for it, her spirit absolutely shattered due to literally watching the championship slip out of her hands. The title was handed over to Sasha Banks, who clutched it to her chest while running up the entrance ramp, looking back at Bayley as she laughed at her. Chants of "bullsh*t!" rained from the audience while Bayley laid face down in the ring, crying into the canvas that she and Sasha used to paint a masterpiece. She won the match. She pinned Sasha Banks. She was crowned the NXT Women's Champion.... but because of one false move, it all meant nothing anymore. The officials tried to assist Bayley out of the ring, but as soon as the one that she struck touched her, she rose to her feet and planted him with the Belly-to-Bayley! Bayley held her arm while crying her eyes out, exiting the ring soon thereafter. You could make an argument at that point for what hurt Bayley more - her arm or the fact that the NXT Women's Championship was literally taken out of her hands. The NXT Universe gave Bayley a standing ovation, but she couldn't allow herself to acknowledge the cheers due to her broken heart.
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Returning to Full Sail University, the commentary trio of Byron Saxton, Jason Albert and Corey Graves were shown speechless after the events of the NXT Women's Championship match. "You know what all of that just reminded me of? AJ Lee losing to Paige at WrestleMania and look at what that did to her mentally. Sweet, innocent Bayley who would never hurt a fly just took out an NXT official," Corey Graves said. "But can you blame her? Bayley literally had the NXT Women's Championship in her hands and it was taken away from her because of something that, let's be honest, hardly ever gets called by an official. She defeated Sasha Banks, but doesn't have the title to show it and that crushes me. It really does because I know how much this industry means to Bayley," stated Jason Albert.
As Byron Saxton attempted to segue into the NXT Championship match, the voice of one Paul Heyman could be heard. "Ladies and gentlemen..." Heyman said as he made his way out to the stage. "... My name is Paul Heyman and I am the advocate for some of the most talented and dominant individuals that have ever graced this industry that I have dedicated my life to. The reigning and defending WWE Tag Team Champions, Antonio Cesaro and a former NXT Champion, Kassius Ohno! And of course, unstoppable, uncaring, unbeatable, career-killing 'Beast Incarnate,' BROCK LESNAR! And recently, I utilized the social media platform that the WWE tries to shove down everyone's throats to bring you all a bit of information that you should actually care about. I announced to the world that NXT TakeOver: Revision would not be remembered as the night that the future took over, but rather the night where I introduced my newest client to the world. Now, there has not been any sort of deal reached yet because I wanted to wait until this very moment to extend my offer out to not one, but two young superstars in the back who I would love to sign on with my clientele. So.... if Finn Balor and Hideo Itami could, please, gentlemen, come down to the ring and allow me to propose an offer that neither of you can turn down." The audience responded with surprise to Heyman's announcement as the entrance music of Balor and Itami hit. The two NXT superstars who failed to retain the NXT Tag Team Championships at the start of the show marched down to the ring, Balor taking a microphone. "Paul, now is not the time, and quite frankly, it never will be. Hideo and I have no interest in joining you and your glorified pack of dogs because all we're thinking about is a rematch for the NXT Tag Team Championships," Balor said as Heyman kept a smile on his face, responding to the rejection. "Which is exactly why you two need someone like me guiding your careers. Had I been at ringside earlier this evening with you both, you'd still have the NXT Tag Team Championships. Feel honored that even in defeat, you two are still on my radar and I still want to act as an advocate for this team. For months, I've been watching performances from you two. Not just in this NXT ring, but all over the world prior to signing with WWE at the beginning of this year. Allow me to the opportunity to lead you guys and I will take your career to heights that it won't be able to reach without me because what I'm saying right now is the absolute truth. Finn Balor and Hideo Itami are good, but under the guidance of Paul Heyman, Finn Balor and Hideo Itami can be immortal." Despite hearing everything that Heyman had to say, Balor still refused to accept the offer. "I hear you, Finn, denying my offer, but how rude of you to not even ask your tag team partner what he wants to do." Balor was hesitant, but knew that he needed to allow Itami the chance to speak for himself. Itami took the microphone, but did not say anything, which isn't unusual since he has yet to speak a single word in NXT. "Paul, it's a no. We're not going to sell out and hand our careers over to-" said Balor before Itami placed him on his shoulders, delivering the Burning Hammer! The entire NXT Universe watched in absolute shock as Itami stood over Balor while Heyman's smile lit up his face. Itami turned around and stared at Heyman, who extended his arm out. "No..." Jason Albert said when Itami accepted the handshake! "Ladies and gentlemen, NXT's first-ever 'Paul Heyman Guy,' Hideo Itami!" Heyman raised Itami's arm while the audience thunderously booed the duo, beginning a chant of, "You sold out!" Heyman and Itami left the ring, leaving Balor laid out in the center of the ring. It's official. Hideo Itami now joins Kassius Ohno, Antonio Cesaro and Brock Lesnar as a 'Paul Heyman Guy.'
A video package was shown for the main event of the evening. The Championship Scramble match for the NXT Championship. Three months ago at NXT TakeOver, Sami Zayn defeated Adam Cole to capture the NXT Championship. During Zayn's celebration, he was attacked by the man that he considered to be his best friend, Kevin Owens. After Owens laid Zayn out with a Powerbomb, Tyler Breeze hit the ring with his Money in the Bank briefcase and cashed-in to steal the NXT Title from Zayn. With Breeze as the champion, Zayn, Cole, Owens and even Evan Bourne set their sights on him, resulting in General Manager, Brad Maddox, making a Championship Scramble match official for NXT TakeOver: Revision. The rules of the match are as follows. Two competitors will start off the match with the remaining three superstars entering at five minute intervals. When a pinfall or submission occurs at any point in the match, an interim champion is crowned. Whoever is the interim champion five minutes after the final superstar enters will be declared the winner of the match and the NXT Champion.
The entrance music of Sami Zayn first hit to an overwhelming response from the NXT Universe. Zayn made his way out to the stage, he and the NXT Universe shouting, "Let's go!" in unison with his theme song. "May 27th, 2013. The night that Sami Zayn held the NXT Championship, only to have Kevin Owens and Tyler Breeze rip it away from him," Corey Graves said, following up with a declaration that tonight is the most focused Zayn has been in his career. While Zayn was in the ring, cameras showed Brie Bella sitting in the audience, who was undoubtedly there in attendance to watch Kevin Owens suffer for what he did to Daniel Bryan two nights ago on Monday Night RAW. Evan Bourne's entrance music hit next as the man who voluntarily made the jump from the main roster to NXT to rejuvenate his career made his way down to the ring. "Evan Bourne wanted to give his career a fresh start and there's no bigger, better way to do that than win the NXT Championship," Jason Albert said as Bourne and Zayn shook hands prior to the bell sounded. The two locked up as Bourne slid underneath Zayn, sweeping his legs to bring down to the canvas. Bourne followed that up with a standing Moonsault, Zayn managing to kick out at two. When Zayn got to his feet, Bourne attempted to deliver a Head Scissors Takedown, but Zayn held onto Bourne and planted him face-first with a sitout slam. Bourne was able to kick out as Zayn ran the ropes, missing a kick to Bourne's face. Bourne turned Zayn around and hit a jumping knee to the chin, Zayn falling back onto the mat. Bourne found the opening that he needed to head up to the top rope, coming down with Air Bourne. Zayn, however, was able to roll out of the way as Bourne landed on his feet. Zayn springboarded out of the corner, taking out Bourne with a Tornado DDT. After Zayn failed to become the interim champion off of that, the countdown clock appeared to bring out the third competitor. When the buzzer sounded, the entrance music of Kevin Owens hit to a massively negative reaction. Out came Owens, who headed down to the ring as Zayn slid underneath the bottom rope. "Here we go!" Byron Saxton said as Zayn and Owens traded blows on the outside. Owens caught Zayn with a knee to the mid-section, setting him up for a Powerbomb onto the ring apron. Thankfully, Zayn was able to fight out of it, hitting Owens with a few more strikes to the side of the head. As the two were slugging it out, Bourne launched himself over the top rope and came crashing down onto them! Bourne rolled Zayn back into the ring, covering him for a two count. Bourne turned his attention back to Owens, leaping off of the ring apron and onto him. Owens caught Bourne in mid-air, ramming him spine-first into the steel ring post. Owens slid into the ring, charging into Zayn with a huge Clothesline. Owens covered Zayn for a two count before attempting to deliver a Pop Up Powerbomb. When he was tossed into the air, Zayn hit Owens with a Dropkick, buying him some time to get back in this match. Zayn ran towards Owens, Clotheslining him over the top rope. As Zayn was attempting to launch himself over the top rope, Bourne crept up behind him and got a roll up for a two count. When both men got to their feet, Zayn caught Bourne and delivered an Exploder Suplex into the corner. Zayn followed that up with the Helluva Kick, covering Bourne for the three count. Sami Zayn is the interim NXT Champion.
The audience popped wildly as Sami Zayn was declared the interim NXT Champion, but were not yet ready to celebrate as the match was not over at that point. Zayn exited the ring when he noticed Kevin Owens getting back up to his feet, running towards the ring post to deliver his incredible Tornado DDT. Zayn headed back into the ring, waiting for the arrival of the next competitor. Adam Cole's entrance music hit as one of the former NXT Champions involved in this match headed down to the ring, going right after Zayn. "These two guys respect the hell out of each other, but respecting your opponent isn't going to get you to the NXT Championship and they know that," Corey Graves said. Zayn attempted to deliver the Exploder Suplex, but a few elbows from Cole prevented that. Cole delivered a Superkick to Zayn when he noticed Bourne standing on the top rope. Bourne leaped off, only to be caught in mid-air with a Superkick! Cole went for the cover on Bourne, but was pulled out of the ring by Kevin Owens. Owens failed to connect with a Clothesline, but Cole was successful in delivering a third Superkick! "Adam Cole is on fire right now!" Jason Albert noted as the NXT Universe went wild for Cole. He slid back into the ring, covering Bourne for a two count. Cole moved over to Zayn, who was able to kick out of the pinfall attempt. Cole stood back up to his feet, waiting for ether Zayn or Bourne to do the same. He pushed Zayn out of the way, grabbing Bourne and delivering the Forida Key to become the champion for the moment. Adam Cole is the interim NXT Champion.
A minute remained until the official NXT Champion, Tyler Breeze, entered the match, which meant that if no pinfalls or submissions occurred within the next six minutes, Adam Cole would officially become a two-time NXT Champion. The commentators noted that Kevin Owens was back to his feet and could have stopped Cole from getting the pinfall, but didn't as it meant that Sami Zayn would no longer be the interim champion. Owens quickly rolled into the ring and started pounding away on Cole, throwing him to the outside of the ring. Owens stepped out onto the ring apron, leaping off with a Senton onto Cole! Owens got back to his feet pulled Zayn out from underneath the bottom rope, throwing him into the steel steps. Owens went over to ringside, grabbing a steel chair. "There are no disqualifications in this match, which is a rule that was officially implemented after Night of Champions last year, but a guy like Kevin Owens doesn't need a weapon in his hands," said Albert on commentary, considered for the well-being of the other competitors. Owens set the chair up at ringside, going after Zayn before being turned around by Bourne. Bourne struck away with a few shots to the head of Owens, but paid for it when he was kicked in the mid-section. Owens then placed Bourne in position for a Powerbomb, delivering it onto the seat of the chair! Bourne's back literally caved-in the chair as he lied motionless on the floor. The countdown clock reached zero as the NXT Champion, Tyler Breeze, made his way down to ringside, hesitant to step up to Owens. Before he could, Cole went after him at ringside, the two brawling before Cole threw Breeze into the barricade. Zayn climbed onto the top rope, leaping onto Owens with a Crossbody. Instead of going for a cover, Zayn struck Owens repeatedly with shots to the forehead, which the commentators acknowledged as a mistake on Zayn's part. Cole attempted to plant Breeze with the Florida Key onto the floor, only to be rammed into the ring post. When Breeze freed himself, he caught Cole with a Supermodel Kick, causing him to fall back against the same ring post that he previously collided with. Breeze slid into the ring, attacking Zayn from behind. He then went for a cover on Owens, only to be pushed off. Zayn grabbed Breeze and threw him into a corner, striking away before turning his attention back to Owens. However, Zayn was caught with a Pop Up Powerbomb! Owens got the cover on Zayn, the official making the three count. Kevin Owens is the interim NXT Champion.
Kevin Owens took no time to relish in the fact that he was a little over two minutes from becoming the NXT Champion as he rose to his feet, running towards Tyler Breeze with a Cannonball. He then rolled underneath the bottom rope, picking up Evan Bourne, who had still not moved since receiving a Powerbomb onto a steel chair. Owens delivered a second Powerbomb, this time onto the ring apron! He moved over to Adam Cole, picking him up and throwing him over the barricade. "Guys, Kevin Owens is making sure that none of the competitors can even get back into this match, let alone go for a pinfall or submission," was the call made by Corey Graves, also praising the strategy on the part of Owens. Back in the ring, Owens, pulled Breeze out of the corner, hitting another Powerbomb for the same reason that he took out Bourne and Cole. Owens and Zayn were left in the ring with thirty seconds remaining on the clock. Owens brought his former best friend up to his feet, only for Zayn to catch him by surprise with a Small Package roll up. Owens kicked out at two, now in a vulnerable position with literally seconds remaining in the match. Zayn charged towards Owens, getting him into a corner. Zayn furiously fired away with right and left hand shots, getting the opening that he needed for the Helluva Kick. Owens, however, rolled to the outside of the ring with fifteen seconds left on the clock. Zayn tried to go after him, but Owens outsmarted him by using Zayn's desperation to his advantage. Owens threw Zayn face-first into the steel ring post before rolling back into the ring, looking around as all of his competition was out of the equation. Owens simply watched the countdown clock reach zero, meaning that he was now the NXT Champion.
KEVIN OWENS WINS THE NXT CHAMPIONSHIP!
Boos rained down from the Full Sail faithful as Kevin Owens took the NXT Championship from ringside, not even waiting for the official announcement to be made. He then immediately stepped over the barricade, making his way over to Brie Bella's seat. "You make sure that your husband knows that I'm the NXT Champion now!" Owens shouted at Brie, who couldn't even look him in the face. In response to that, Owens actually had the audacity to spit on Brie! "This isn't right. That man, or coward as I should put it, is the new NXT Champion," Jason Albert said as Owens headed back into the ring, raising the title over his head. Sami Zayn, Evan Bourne, Adam Cole and Tyler Breeze were all down and out, courtesy of the man who came out on top of this Championship Scramble match. The same individual who nearly ended the career of Christian, and may have done just that to Daniel Bryan on Monday. Kevin Owens is the new NXT Champion.