NXT Features High-Stakes Matches Ahead of Vengeance Day

ORLANDO, Fla. — WWE NXT delivered an action-packed episode on February 11, 2025, featuring several high-stakes matches that set the tone for the upcoming Vengeance Day pay-per-view event. Lexis King defended his Heritage Cup championship against TNA’s JDC, also known as Fandango, in an exciting title match that showcased both athletes’ skills.

The night kicked off with Bayley squaring off against Cora Jade in a one-on-one match. The rivalry intensified following Jade’s surprise attack on Bayley the previous week. With both competitors aiming to build momentum ahead of their respective championship opportunities, the match displayed exhilarating back-and-forth action. In the end, Jade emerged victorious, executing a well-timed DDT for the win, further establishing her position in the NXT landscape.

In a showcase for the tag team division, a triple threat match unfolded as Josh Briggs and Yoshiki Inamura battled Hank Walker and Tank Ledger versus Myles Borne and Tavion Heights. The stakes were high, as the winners would secure a shot at the NXT Tag Team Championship. In a fast-paced encounter with numerous near-falls, it was Briggs and Inamura who ultimately triumphed with a stunning diving splash from Inamura onto Walker.

Meanwhile, the tension heightened backstage as the D’Angelo Family prepared for Tony D’Angelo’s steel cage title defense against Ridge Holland. The match, an intense and physical confrontation, saw both competitors exchanging hard-hitting strikes, with D’Angelo leveraging his experience to gain the upper hand. Ultimately, D’Angelo retained his North American Championship with a decisive spinebuster, maintaining his dominance in NXT.

As the night progressed, Eddy Thorpe and Trick Williams engaged in a verbal confrontation that laid the groundwork for their upcoming strap match at Vengeance Day, fueling anticipation for their clash. Through the chaos, NXT also introduced new rivalries and alliances, with “All Ego” Ethan Page targeting Je’Von Evans after expressing concerns over Evans’ willingness to compete despite medical warnings.

The show concluded with a hype reel for Vengeance Day, teasing thrilling match-ups that fans can expect this weekend. With the stakes rising and tensions boiling over, WWE NXT continues to build excitement for its first premium live event of the year, promising unforgettable moments.