Two veterans of the industry put on one of the finest matches in NXT history. Johnny Gargano and Kushida competed in a North American Title match for the ages, full of amazing counters and superb technical wrestling.

While Gargano picked up the win, it was Kushida’s performance that impressed the NXT Universe at NXT Takeover.

Story of the match

Technical wrestling was a theme throughout the match. Kushida systematically attacked Gargano from the beginning, hitting him with a beautiful chicken wing suplex while Johnny still had his gear on.

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The Japanese sensation connected with his signature moves and then stomped on Gargano’s head while wrenching his arms backward. However, Gargano’s heel antics helped him get back into the game.

However, Johnny Wrestling was in no mood to back down. He hit Kushida with the One Final Beat onto the ramp and another back inside ring for the win.

The clean win was a surprising result but a welcome one. That’s because the quality of the match surpassed all expectations, and the result does nothing to take away from the match.

Fans and WWE stars react to another NXT Takeover classic by Johnny Gargano

Stephanie McMahon reacted to the incredible match on Twitter, calling it a ‘technical dream match.’ Her husband, Triple H, also reacted to the match and praised Johnny Gargano’s consistently amazing performances at NXT Takeover.

WWE Intercontinental Champion Big E and Raw’s Keith Lee praised Kushida on Twitter. The Japanese superstar put on a supremely valiant effort against Johnny Gargano and came excruciatingly close to winning his first title in NXT.

The quality of wrestling elated fans in the Capitol Wrestling Center and the internet wrestling community.

Johnny Gargano with another NXT Takeover classic

The first ever Triple Crown Champion of NXT, Johnny Gargano put on an exquisite performance at NXT Takeover: Vengeance Day. With ‘The Way’ out of the way, the odds leaned in Kushida’s favour, but Johnny proved everyone wrong.

This match was an excellent display of technical wrestling fused with high-flying spots. Both men fought at a breakneck pace, stretching each other’s limbs to the point of breaking.

After nearly 25 minutes of breathless action, Gargano planted Kushida with two One Final Beats and pinned him to retain the title.

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