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We are merely a few hours away from NXT TakeOver: XXX, the 30th edition of the highly successful PPV series of the Black and Gold brand of WWE. Six matches have been announced for the show so far, with three titles on the line. Another interesting match set to happen at NXT TakeOver: XXX is that between Adam Cole and NFL star Pat McAfee.
NXT has been in news a lot lately, thanks to their head-on clash with AEW Dynamite on Wednesday Nights and for the first-time, NXT TakeOver will compete with AEW this Saturday. Fans are really looking forward to NXT TakeOver: XXX this weekend and the expectations are high from the show to deliver.
But before you watch NXT TakeOver: XXX, here are a few last-minute rumors for you to know. Be sure to comment down and let us know your thoughts and predictions for the show.
#5 Winner of NXT Championship match possibly leaked
The NXT Championship will be on the line at NXT TakeOver: XXX as Keith Lee will defend his title against Karrion Kross. The rivalry between the two has been very entertaining and fans are really looking forward to their clash this weekend. But there has also been massive debate among the fans as to which Superstar should walk out with the title.
Keith Lee became the NXT Champion by defeating Adam Cole and fans want to see him have a long run with the title. But Karrion Kross also can't afford to lose the match, with so much momentum behind him. As excited as everyone is to watch this match at NXT TakeOver: XXX, Triple H needs to be careful with the booking.
But interestingly, the winner of this match might already have been revealed, as per the rumors. WWE Shop's Instagram account posted a picture of Karrion Kross holding the NXT Championship but later deleted it quickly. You can check out a screenshot of the post here.
Previously, Keith Lee's NXT Championship victory was also leaked and it is to be seen if this one indeed turns out to be true as well.
#4 Multi-time World Champion to possibly work in NXT
On the media conference call before NXT TakeOver: XXX, the senior producer of the Black and Gold brand of WWE, Triple H discussed various topics. The Game spoke about Randy Orton and revealed if there have been talks of bringing the 13-time World Champion to NXT.
Triple H mentioned how there are always conversations around NXT talent going to the main roster and main roster talent coming to NXT. He then went on to comment on Randy Orton's public comments and interest in working with other Superstars.
"So changing things and trying to build in things on different days is very very difficult and a lot more challenging than people would think. While those options are always there and always discussed, getting them to fruition at this point in time, sometimes, is a little bit more difficult, but I can tell you this, Randy's a little more public about it and puts it out on social. I field calls all day long about talent wanting to do something in NXT and vice versa. There's a constant there. I know from my end, as a performer, when you see talent and you see somebody that's very good, and it piques your interest. 'Well, I'd like to work with them.' That's what Randy's doing."
Randy Orton had an interesting and heated Twitter exchange with former NXT Champion Tommaso Ciampa recently. Fans have wanted to see the two clash in a ring, and maybe we might get to see that soon.
#3 Backstage heat on NXT Superstar Velveteen Dream
The former NXT North American Champion, Velveteen Dream returned to the Black and Gold brand a couple of weeks ago. He was off-TV for a considerable amount of time after allegations against him came to light. But his return to NXT recently came as a surprise to many.
As per the reports, Velveteen Dream still has a lot of backstage heat after his return, due to his behavioral issues. He is reportedly getting 'preferential treatment' in several situations, where other Superstars in his position could have been fired.
Velveteen Dream lost his return match to qualify for the ladder match for the vacant NXT North American Championship at NXT TakeOver: XXX. But this past week on NXT, he managed to win the second chance match and will now be competing in the ladder match at TakeOver XXX.
The other participants in the match are Bronson Reed, Damian Priest, Johnny Gargano, and Cameron Grimes. The match has all the potential to steal the show and be the match of the night. As for Velveteen Dream, it is to be seen what's next for him on NXT.
#2 NXT's schedule to change in September
As mentioned earlier, AEW Dynamite has been shifted to Saturday this week due to the NBA Playoffs, and as a result of the same, will be competing head-on with NXT TakeOver: XXX. But as per the rumors, NXT will be going through a similar change in early September.
As reported, the NHL Playoffs could lead to NXT being moved to Tuesday for the first week of September. NXT moved to the USA Network last year and has since been considered as the official third brand of WWE.
If that is the case, NXT and AEW's weekly shows might not clash directly for the next few weeks. This week, the ratings of the Gold and Black brand of WWE rose significantly in the absence of its direct competition.
The "Wednesday Night War" between AEW and NXT has been a massive topic of discussing among the pro-wrestling fans with both the shows performing exceedingly well and giving a tough competition to each other. While Dynamite has performed significantly better, NXT hasn't been far behind.
#1 Two NXT TakeOver events in October
So far in 2020, there have been two TakeOver events - NXT TakeOver: Portland in February and NXT TakeOver: In Your House in June. Now, we will be witnessing the third TakeOver show of the year. But that might not be all, as the rumors suggest that the Black and Gold brand of WWE will be hosting two more TakeOvers in October.
NXT is set to host a TakeOver on October 4 and NXT UK was also scheduled to host a TakeOver on October 25 in Dublin, Ireland. With the COVID-19 pandemic, the situation could change and WWE might cancel one of them in the coming days, but as of now, two TakeOver events are reportedly set for October.
Speaking of NXT TakeOver: XXX, the show will be a historic one for the brand, which has provided some of the most amazing matches and feuds in recent memory. While NXT TakeOver: XXX will not be taking place at the WWE ThunderDome, we hope that we would get to see the day soon when the NXT Universe will return to the shows.
But for now, how hyped are you for NXT TakeOver: XXX? Sound off in the comments section below.
