You know that NXT is doing something good when a match featuring some of the best female wrestlers in the world becomes the main talking point after an event that was packed with stellar matches. That’s exactly what happened after the exhilarating finish of NXT Takeover: In your house.
Io Shirai became the new NXT Women’s Champion, besting Rhea Ripley and the Queen Charlotte Flair after an amazing contest. In other news, Adam Cole retained his NXT Championship yet again. That was after an innovative Backlot Brawl match.
Keith Lee lso retained his NXT North American Championship against a desperate Johnny GarganoJohnny Gargano. Meanwhile Karrion Kross got the victory after annihilating Tomasso Ciampa. It’s pretty obvious that he’s all set to get a monster booking in the WWE.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Also read- “I Am a Part of Someone Else’s Storyline”- Charlotte Flair Opens Up About Her Current Role in WWE
With all these big moments, it was obvious that Twitter would blow over. That’s exactly what happened as WWE Superstars and fans reacted to the amazing night of wrestling. Most of the praise went the way of Io Shirai and the women of NXT.
Karrion Kross also got a lot of attention for his intriguing pairing with Scarlett Bordeaux.
Twitter reacts to NXT Takeover
Most of the reactions were reserved for Shirai. Why not, she actually owned this night.
I have nothing but the utmost respect & gratitude for WWE, who always believed I could become a champion, regardless of race or nationality.
Tonight, my chance finally arrived.
I don’t have a tag partner, but I definitely have a wonderful family & home.
💖#WWENXT 💖 pic.twitter.com/lsratbTuAp— 紫雷イオ、Io Shirai (@shirai_io) June 8, 2020
At last, I can call myself champion.
When I think about the tough & painful times, I was able to achieve this, largely in part to your support!I am truly grateful for everyone who gave me courage.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much! pic.twitter.com/maJcc5UzsU— 紫雷イオ、Io Shirai (@shirai_io) June 8, 2020
I’ve been in a lot of wrestling rings lately (I know you all know 🤣). Sharing the ring with @RheaRipley_WWE and @shirai_io tonight was a continuation of the legacy of the #WWENXT women’s division….
— Ms. WrestleMania (@MsCharlotteWWE) June 8, 2020
Paige, Nattie, Sasha, Becky, Bayley, Asuka, Shayna and so many more. This belongs to you now. Congrats @shirai_io 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻#NXTTakeOver #WeAreNXT
— Ms. WrestleMania (@MsCharlotteWWE) June 8, 2020
.@shirai_io 🙌🏽🙌🏽
— Bayley (@itsBayleyWWE) June 8, 2020
Congratulations ,@shirai_io!!🕊#NXTTakeover
イオさんベルト戴冠本当におめでとうございます。
ときに涙を流し、辛いときは励ましあったり支え合いながら、これまで数えきれないほどの試練を一緒に乗り越えてきましたね。
そんな苦楽を共にしたイオさんの戴冠は自分のこと以上に嬉しいです。 pic.twitter.com/frtnVwOFqa— KAIRI SANE (@KairiSaneWWE) June 8, 2020
What an absolutely incredible main event. So proud of all three of the women in this match.
Congratulations to @shirai_io, the NEW #WWENXT Women’s Champion!#NXTTakeOver #WeAreNXT pic.twitter.com/ILMEJByLY6
— Triple H (@TripleH) June 8, 2020
OKAY IO!
I👏🏾see👏🏾you👏🏾 #AndNew#NXTTakeOver https://t.co/I1KQrS8bn1— Bianca Belair (@BiancaBelairWWE) June 8, 2020
Io is the best. Prove me wrong! #NXTTakeOver
— CHELSEA GREEN (@ImChelseaGreen) June 8, 2020
Japan has taken over Women's Wrestling in 2020 #NXTTakeOver pic.twitter.com/DskuYzc47t
— Alastair McKenzie🏴 (@mckenzieas93V2) June 8, 2020
IO IS THE CHAMPION!! IO IS THE CHAMPION!!
Of course Charlotte didn't take the fall, but I DON'T GIVE A FUCK!! IO SHIRAI IS THE NXT WOMEN'S CHAMPION!! GET IN THERE!! #NXTTakeOver
— Philip Dawson 🌸 (@PhilipBexman) June 8, 2020
However, it was not as if the other matches didn’t get attention. There were a lot of reactions for the NXT Championship match as well as for Kross squashing Ciampa.
The Undisputed ERA continues…. #NXTTakeOver #NXTChampionship https://t.co/2KHry6rjCv
— Triple H (@TripleH) June 8, 2020
Heard #WWENXT #TakeoverInYourHouse was great! Slappin my leg for you guys. Sincerely #legslap
— Randy Orton (@RandyOrton) June 8, 2020
Everything is falling apart according to plan… ⏳💀❌ #NXTTakeOver pic.twitter.com/n6MkZKvzWH
— Scarlett Bordeaux (@Lady_Scarlett13) June 8, 2020
Kross destroying Ciampa is smart booking. 👍#NXTTakeOver @BustedOpenRadio
ps…Scarlett has a “Sable-esque” presence.
— Bully Ray (@bullyray5150) June 8, 2020
If that's what you want to do, let me tell you something.
That's the way it's done.— Bryan Alvarez (@bryanalvarez) June 8, 2020
“He’s a creep. I think I should leave” – my mom watching @WWEKarrionKross’ entrance #nxttakeover
— Erica Steiner (@sendaravenplz) June 8, 2020
LMAO. The visual of @JohnnyGargano being beat up @RealKeithLee through the #InYourHouse set security cam as he was trying to escape was fucking hilarious #NXTTakeover
— J&C Universe Mode (@JCUniverse5) June 8, 2020
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
1st match hasn't even started & Mauro is already 1-1 on pop culture references #NXTTakeoverInYourHouse #NXTTakeOver #NXTInYourHouse #NXT pic.twitter.com/8bkudnL38u
— LayeredParallelSindrome (@LPSindrome) June 8, 2020
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
It’s clearly visible from the reactions that the show has received incredibly favourable responses. This can help the brand build more momentum in the coming days. To be honest, this also puts more pressure on AEW to match up to the incredible action in the ring. That’s why it’s completely possible that they pull out all the stops at Fyter Fest. Do you think they can top this edition of the NXT Takeover?
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
