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With the last set of TV Tapings for NXT behind us, the NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn IV card has taken shape. From blockbuster title matches to intriguing feuds, the NXT Pay Per View has everything to offer. With rumors arising that TakeOver's time frame will get increased from 2 hours to 3, starting Brooklyn IV, more matches might be made official via social media by WWE. But as of now, Brooklyn IV should have the usual 5 matches on the card with one or two on the pre-show. Let's have a look at what the card should shape up like:
Possible Pre Show matches:
1. A throwaway Tag team match - NXT's Tag Team division has shown a lot of potential as of late. With the debut of The War Raiders, their Tag Team undercard has become jam-packed with immensely talented tag teams. War Raiders and The Worthy had a match on the pre-show of TakeOver: Chicago II. However, The Street Profits are more likely to find their spot on the card this time given their situation. Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford are one of the most over tag teams. A suitable opponent for them might be Heavy Machinery.
2. A Keith Lee TakeOver debut - Keith Lee made his NXT TV Debut at the taping which will be televised on the WWE Network on 8th August. The crowd will always be behind the big man owing to his high flying style despite his size. WWE might give him his TakeOver debut on the pre-show as well although it seems a bit underwhelming. As for a suitable opponent, Lars Sullivan might be an interesting choice although it is unlikely that management will let Sullivan lose to a newcomer after his loss to Aleister Black at Chicago. So, an opponent like Kona Reeves or Kassius Ohno is much more likely.
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#1. Adam Cole(c) vs Ricochet - NXT North American Championship match
Adam Cole and Ricochet are two of the most popular superstars in NXT and in the wrestling world as a whole. It is only fitting that these two have been given the chance to shine at a larger stage. The two have a similar style and background behind them and should have nice chemistry as well. Both of them are also masters in controlling the crowd. They can make an audience pop loudly at their will and will likely do so several times in the match.
Their match will be exciting, spot filled and high flying making it the perfect opener for the TakeOver event. This will pipe up the Brooklyn crowd and warm the fans up for the rest of the show. The match will be perfect in setting the pace for the rest of the event to go through. The only problem should be for the other matches to follow it. But given the talent on the card, I don't think that will be a problem.
Personally, I want an Adam Cole victory. We haven't seen him defend his North American Title once on PPV and he should retain in his first. If WWE wants to make the NA Title relevant, a lengthy title reign is the right way to go.
Another factor that can play into the match is that Adam Cole might just be called up to the main roster post Summerslam considering how over he is. If not then, Cole will be called up after Wrestlemania 35 for sure. Whether they will separate him from the Undisputed Era is yet to be seen. If Cole does get called up post-Summerslam, he will likely drop the title to Ricochet.
#2. Shayna Baszler(c) vs Kairi Sane - NXT Women's Championship match
Shayna Baszler has been an unstoppable force ever since making her debut on NXT TV. Winning the title from Ember Moon, she has been on a winning streak and no woman on the roster has pinned or submitted her since she became Champion. Only Nikki Cross and Ember Moon have come remotely close to defeating her. Remotely.
But last year's Mae Young Classic winner Kairi Sane may change that. Sane won a #1 contender triple threat match also involving Candice Le Rae and Nikki Cross to get this opportunity. But, there is a far deeper history between Sane and Baszler. Back during the first Mae Young Classic tournament, the duo faced each other in the Grand Finals with Sane coming out on top. Being one of the only women to have beaten Baszler, the match psychology should revolve around this story.
Sane should be the first real comeuppance for Shayna Baszler to receiving since Ember Moon. Their match will probably be fantastic with the crowd firmly behind Sane. However, I would rather have Baszler keep her title than lose it at this point. She had been receiving some X-Pac heat for being a bit boring but has evolved and won over the fans. It would be a shame to take the title off of her at this point especially with WWE Evolution coming up. A lengthy heel run like hers should get ended by someone with a lot more momentum. For example, the winner of the Mae Young Classic 2018.
#3. Undisputed Era(c) vs Moustache Mountain - NXT Tag Team Championship match.
Undisputed Era is arguably the best thing about NXT today. Their natural charisma and sheer talent gets them cheered wherever they go in spite of them being heels. On the other hand, Tyler Bate and Trent Seven are two very likeable and talented wrestlers who are very over with the fans. Known for their in-ring ability, the former tag team champions will look to regain their titles after winning them during WWE's UK tour. Their placement at the middle of the card will be perfect to keep the crowd hot throughout the event. Placing this match further down the card might just exhaust the fans in time for the main event.
This will be another exciting match that everyone is looking forward to. So, this match's place on the card as close to the main event as possible is justly appropriate. The crowd will be screaming their lungs out during the inevitable false finishes and high-octane spots of which there will be plenty. Their title match at the UK tour was brilliant and the rematch where UE regained their title got a 5 star rating from Dave Meltzer as well.
After managing NXT's 4th Five-Star match of the year, there is no doubt in my mind this will be a better technical match than any other match on the card. As far as the result goes, I would rather have Undisputed Era keep up their winning ways than dropping the title to the Moustache Mountain. I might be a bit partial towards the Undisputed Era as I am a huge fan but I do believe it is necessary for them to keep hold of all their gold if they want to keep ruling NXT. Moreover, with NXT War Games coming up, an Undisputed Era vs British Strong Style match where every title held by the Undisputed Era on the line sounds way too good.
#4. EC-III vs Velveteen Dream
Velveteen Dream has been one of the best things on NXT TV over the past year. Former Tough Enough participant, Patrick Clark was given this gimmick and he nailed it. The Dream, as he calls himself, is one of the most charismatic superstars on the roster even garnering praise from the likes of John Cena. Given the stature of their feud, this match should be the perfect bridge to go from the rest of the show into the bombastic main event.
Over the past few episodes of NXT, Dream and EC3 has build up their rivalry via backstage skits and promos. A match between them was finally made official by William Regal. By the looks of things, this match will be a casual, light-hearted affair. But given the talent these two have, it will be great nonetheless. The fact that both these guys are heels might affect the match although Velveteen gets more cheered than your average main roster baby-face.
This match exists solely to give Velveteen a victory if you ask me. His natural charisma is so high, that within a year of his debut he has become so over with the NXT Universe, that back to back big match losses to Aleister Black and Ricochet didn't hurt his credibility one bit. But still, Triple H will be looking to give a victory back to The Dream and that is where EC3 comes in.
EC3 hasn't done anything significant since joining NXT and management seems to be waiting before pushing the former Impact Champion.
#5. Tommaso Ciampa(c) vs Johnny Gargano vs Aleister Black - NXT Championship Match.
Once in a while, a certain feud comes along which we won't ever get tired of. From Austin and The Rock to Shawn Michaels and Chris Jericho to Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn. Ciampa and Gargano has given us a similar feud which never seems to dissatisfy. Stretching well over a year, Gargano and Ciampa told a compelling story which earned them a Dave Meltzer rated 5 star match at TakeOver: New Orleans which is a rare thing in WWE.
To spice things up and keep the feud fresh, Aleister Black has been added to the mix. Three of the biggest superstars in NXT history in the same match is something every fan will enjoy. The match will likely end up being a match of the year contender as the triple threat rules would mean no disqualifications or count outs and should account for some incredible action.
This will be the first TakeOver of the year that will get main evented by the NXT Championship. Quite possibly the biggest moneymaking match NXT has ever produced, this has become one of the most anticipated matches in NXT history. However, given the hype behind this match, I will still pick despicable heel Tomaso Ciampa to retain his title. Taking the title off of Ciampa at this point would be story-line suicide for WWE.
Ciampa gets reactions out of crowds the likes of which we haven't ever seen before. Ciampa should retain his title meaning Johnny Gargano will have to wait for his moment.
