5 things WWE NXT 2.0 got right this week: Cora Jade wins big again; Bron Breakker attacked

Last week’s WWE NXT 2.0 ended with the departure of Johnny Gargano and Kyle O’Reilly. However, the broadcast ended with Grayson Waller attacking Gargano to become the most hated man in WWE.

This week, Harland was expected to make his NXT 2.0 debut. Meanwhile, Jacket Time picked up a surprise victory over the Grizzled Young Veterans to get ahead in the race for the NXT Tag Team Championships.

Cora Jade was ready to take on Dakota Kai after spending over a week nursing a shoulder injury. Meanwhile, Bron Breakker and Roderick Strong were set to collide in a non-title match.

Ivy Nile put on another impressive performance as she defeated Amari Miller. However, NXT will need to put Nile up against tougher opponents to build her up.

NXT had some great segments this week that helped build some superstars and future storylines. It was an overall good show. Take a look at the five things WWE got right on NXT 2.0 this week:

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#5. Cameron Grimes and Duke Hudson put on an impressive match on WWE NXT 2.0

Cameron Grimes and Duke Hudson competed in a No Holds Barred match on WWE NXT 2.0. Grimes shaved off Hudson’s head at NXT TakeOver: WarGames after defeating him in a Hair vs Hair match.

Grimes brought a trashcan full of weapons in the ring and went right after Hudson. He attacked Hudson with the trashcan and put it over his head before delivering a big kick. Hudson made a comeback using his superior strength and took his opponent down. He grabbed a steel chair and nearly took Grimes’ head off with it.

The Technical Savage went for a Cave-In, but Hudson caught him and hit a big powerbomb through a poker table. Instead of going for the win, Hudson tried to shave Grimes’ head with clippers.

Grimes took advantage of the situation and hit a poisonrana into a Cave-In to Hudson sitting on a steel chair for the win. It was a good contest that brought the best out of both superstars.

They put on a good contest at TakeOver, but this match was much better. Hudson has a bright future ahead and NXT could have looked to give him the win. However, Grimes deserves to pick up some more victories and head to the top of NXT.

#4. Harland made his debut on WWE NXT 2.0

Harland was set to compete in his first match on WWE NXT 2.0 this week. The giant took on Guru Raaj in a singles match. Joe Gacy told Harland to be himself in the ring before his first contest.

Harland showcased his power right from the opening bell. He unleashed on Raaj and beat him down. Harland smashed Raaj’s head into the mat to make a statement. He hit a side slam before finishing off his opponent with a chokeslam.

Harland continued to beat down on Raaj after the match as Gacy watched. The officials forced the debutant to leave, but he was looking to do more damage. He threw Brian Kendrick down a flight of stairs to finish off the segment. Kendrick was later seen in a neck brace after the impact and was eventually sent to a local hospital for further evaluation.

The match was nothing but a glorified squash. It didn’t do much for either competitor. However, it did put Harland on the map immediately. NXT could have taken so many different directions with the newcomer. However, building him as a silent monster could help him get popular quickly.

#3. Grayson Waller became the most hated man in WWE NXT 2.0

Grayson Waller shamelessly attacked Johnny Gargano during his farewell speech last week on WWE NXT 2.0. This week, Waller made his entrance as fans booed him out of the building. He relived the moment he attacked Gargano and put himself over. The NXT fans wanted him out of the ring, but the heel continued to run his mouth.

Waller even picked on Vic Joseph and Wade Barrett for just standing there as he laid out Johnny Wrestling in front of their eyes. Waller wanted to make it clear that he did not need anyone or any friends to put him over in NXT 2.0.

It was a good segment that allowed Waller to explain and back up his actions from last week. No one expected the newcomer to destroy Gargano on a night he was expected to make a big announcement.

Later in the night, several NXT Superstars talked down Waller backstage, including Tiffany Stratton and Io Shirai.

Bron Breakker told Waller that he was not welcome in the NXT 2.0 locker room anymore. It’s obvious that the creative team wants Waller to stand out from the rest of the crowd.

#2. Cora Jade picked up another big victory on WWE NXT 2.0

Dakota Kai and Cora Jade squared off on WWE NXT 2.0 this week. Mandy Rose joined the commentary team as the two women kicked off the match. Kai looked to do more damage to Jade’s already injured shoulder. It appeared as though Jade was in a lot of pain as she took repeated strikes to her shoulder early on.

The younger superstar continued to battle on and impressed the NXT Universe by staying in the game. After taking some more punishment from The Captain of Team Kick, it looked like Jade was ready to give up.

Surprisingly, Kai pulled out a shovel. The referee stopped her and the distraction allowed Jade to take advantage. She rolled up Kai for the three-count and picked up the win. After the match, Dakota Kai attacked Jade before Raquel Gonzalez arrived to make the save.

Toxic Attraction arrived to distract Jade, and Mandy Rose laid her out to end the segment. It was a decent match that put Jade over once again. The young superstar now has victories over Rose and Kai, along with the final pin at TakeOver: WarGames.

NXT 2.0 seems to have a lot of faith in the newcomer. The attack from Rose confirms that Jade will be entering the NXT Women’s Championship picture right away.

#1. Bron Breakker broke Roderick Strong’s will on WWE NXT 2.0

Roderick Strong was ready to take on Bron Breakker at WWE NXT 2.0 this week. Before the match, he was confronted by Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams backstage. The two heels even came out to watch the contest from the stage.

Strong started well and kept Breakker on the backfoot. He used his experience to counter the power advantage the upstart had in the ring. However, Bronn’s strength proved to be too much for the NXT Cruiserweight Champion.

He hit a Frankensteiner to Strong and nearly put him away. The Messiah of the Backbreaker fought back and hit an Olympic Slam to nearly put Breakker away. He followed it up with a superplex into a powerbomb for another close call.

Even though the NXT Cruiserweight Champion showed a lot of heart, Breakker finished him off with a military press powerslam for the victory. Tommaso Ciampa sneaked up after the match and laid out Breakker with a Willow’s Bell.

Strong proved to be a great opponent for Breakker. He gave the powerhouse a tough fight and brought the best out of him. The finish confirms that Breakker will be getting another shot at Ciampa’s title. Meanwhile, Trick Williams could challenge Strong for his Cruiserweight Title soon.