Karrion Kross will face four of NXT’s top stars at the brand’s next pay-per-view special.
This week on WWE NXT, Johnny Gargano faced Kyle O’Reilly and Pete Dunne to determine Kross’ opponent in the title match at NXT TakeOver: In Your House. But the bout ended without a winner.
Dunne showcased the nasty offense he’s known for, wrenching his opponents’ arms and fingers at any given turn.
d o u b l e o u c h #WWENXT @PeteDunneYxB @JohnnyGargano @KORcombat pic.twitter.com/e0napJ0E11
— WWE NXT (@WWENXT) June 2, 2021
Meanwhile, O’Reilly and Gargano showcased the skills that brought them to the dance; the former NXT Champion used his veteran expertise to gain the upper hand throughout the bout while O’Reilly used his submission-based offense on his opponents.
.@JohnnyGargano will fight tooth and nail to bring back #JohnnyTakeOver.#WWENXT @PeteDunneYxB @KORcombat pic.twitter.com/49GH4XzLLt
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) June 2, 2021
At one point, Dunne seemed like he had Gargano on the ropes, but “Johnny TakeOver” reversed the Bitter End into an emphatic DDT. All three men kept battling, but former NXT Champion Adam Cole returned and left the trio lying after a brutal attack.
He just HAD to make his presence known. ? @AdamColePro is BACK, with a vengeance! #WWENXT @KORcombat @PeteDunneYxB @JohnnyGargano pic.twitter.com/hYvXiJDkPr
— WWE NXT (@WWENXT) June 2, 2021
NXT general manager William Regal, accompanied by security officials, ordered Cole to leave. Cole walked to the back, and the match was seemingly ruled a no contest.
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Later in the show, Cole explained that he’s the true contender to the gold, as everyone failed to live up to his legacy. He then called Kross an “overrated musclehead”, and the champion came to the ring to respond. Kross stated that as soon as he signed with NXT, Cole stopped being special. Cole said Kross isn’t worthy of lacing his boots.
.@AdamColePro continues to stir the pot with @WWEKarrionKross! What impact will this have on #NXTTakeOver In Your House? #WWENXT pic.twitter.com/5sxwD3h76k
— WWE (@WWE) June 2, 2021
Regal came to the ring, trying to stop Cole from getting what he wanted, but Kross ordered Regal to give him the title match will all four challengers.
