NXT and NXT UK are arguably the hottest brands under the WWE banner. Moreover, their rosters are full of the best talent around the world. Nevertheless, the future is unclear. With the introduction of All Elite Wrestling, WWE now need to up their game. What can we expect from NXT UK Takeover: Blackpool.
The PPV is merely days away, occurring on January 12th at the Empress Ballroom in Blackpool, fittingly returning to where the brand was born. With every championship on the line, the results will be exciting. However, who will walk out as champion?
Will Joe Coffey dominate British Strong Style? Regardless of the outcome this PPV is the birth of modern British wrestling. Let's explore the possibilities.
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#3 Rhea Ripley retains
Since winning the NXT UK Women's championship at WWE Evolution, Rhea Ripley has generated an immense reaction from the WWE Universe. However, her actions have served a purpose. The NXT UK Women's division is steadily improving and has been exciting. At NXT UK Takeover: Blackpool Ripley defends her championship against Toni Storm.
The connection between Storm and Ripley dates back to their tenure with Riot City Wrestling. However, upon their arrival with WWE, it has escalated. Since WWE Evolution, Ripley has sporadically defended her title. However, she must face Storm in on January 12th.This match will be fast-paced and exciting. Both performers are excellent athletes, (watch the video below). Therefore, the result is unpredictable.
However, considering the heat Ripley has with fans. The most lucrative option would be Ripley retaining her championship. Who knows, perhaps Storm could progress to entering the Women's Royal Rumble match. Either way, both performers are destined for bright futures in the professional wrestling industry.
#2 Joe Coffey wins the UK Championship
Since joining WWE Joe Coffey has garnered intrigue. Moreover, he has cemented his position alongside; Wolfgang, and Mark Coffey. Together they form the group; Gallus.
In recent weeks Coffey has had a clear intention. That intention is to dethrone Pete Dunne and British Strong Style, (watch the video below).
Joe Coffey has a history with British wrestling similar to Pete Dunne. Being a mainstay with ICW, Coffey would progress exponentially, winning a plethora of championships. Together these performers would steal the show. However, who would walk out the victor? Who becomes the face of the NXT UK brand?
On January 12th NXT UK comes to Blackpool once more, and Coffey will challenge Dunne for the NXT UK Championship. This match will afford excellent moments. Nevertheless, Coffey is likely to walk out as the champion and would be a perfect replacement for Dunne. What can we expect from this future classic match?
#1 Moustache Mountain wins the NXT UK Tag Team Championships
British Strong Styles arrived in WWE in 2016, consisting of; Pete Dunne, Tyler Bate, and Trent Seven. Within this group, the success yielded is exceptional, with a former NXT Tag Team Championship and two NXT UK Championships reigns, amongst them.
However, there is another group in the midst named, Gallus, formed of; Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, and Wolfgang. The feud between these groups has intensified in recent months.
At NXT UK Takeover: Blackpool. Moustache Mountain (Bate & Seven) will face Zack Gibson and James Drake to decide the inaugural NXT UK Tag Team Champions.
It is expected to be an epic showdown. Moreover, it will cement the credibility of the NXT UK brand. Nevertheless, who will walk out the victor?
Bate and Seven are former NXT Tag Team Champions. However, can they win in Blackpool? With Gibson and Drake set for bright futures, they can afford to wait for their title reign. The most lucrative outcome would be Moustache Mountain being victors. Therefore, setting up a feud between British Strong Style and Gallus? This feud would generate mass acclaim.