5 Things NXT got right on the episode before TakeOver: Portland (February 12, 2020)

#4 A Strong showing

Strong picked up another big victory

Last week, while looking for Tommaso Ciampa backstage, The Undisputed Era came face to face with Bronson Reed. While they pretended to have nothing to do with the big guy, Roderick Strong attacked him before the four men walked off.

This week, Strong came out alone to address the return of his arch-rival, The Velveteen Dream. Strong spoke about Dream disrespecting his family and putting a photo of his wife and child on his ring gear.

Reed came out to the middle to settle the score with Strong, and immediately a match was set between the two men without any warning.

Reed controlled Strong with some aggression and continued to counter whatever Strong threw at him. However, The Thicc Boi was unable to overcome the old b

This match showed just how good Strong is and has the potential to lead NXT if any of the top men switch brands. Dream taunting Strong yet again after the match sets up their clash for next week.