5 Things WWE NXT got right before TakeOver XXX

#3 Johnny Gargano heads to WWE NXT TakeOver XXX

ALL ❤️.Despite a setback, @JohnnyGargano defeats @RidgeWWE to advance to the NXT #NATTitle #LadderMatch at this Saturday's #NXTTakeOver. #WWENXT @CandiceLeRae pic.twitter.com/kibwPPBM41

— WWE NXT (@WWENXT) August 20, 2020

Ridge Holland prepared for his first singles match in WWE NXT against none-other-than the first Grand Slam Champion of the brand, Johnny Gargano. Both men looked to earn their way into the NXT North American Champion Ladder Match for TakeOver XXX.

Holland used his size and power well during the contest as he easily overpowered the much smaller Gargano. However, "The Rebel Heart" delivered a suicide dive to get back in the game and relied on his speed and experience to wear the larger man down.

A scoop slam went horribly wrong as Gargano landed awkwardly and looked daze. However, he showed why he’s the best in the business when got back up to his feet and got down to business again.

After a distraction from Candice LeRae, Ridge took a low blow behind the referee’s back. Afterward, Gargano picked up the victory with One Final Beat.

"All Heart" isn't just a catchphrase.You only lose when you quit and I got a Ladder match to win in 3 days. 🙃 #NXTTakeOver pic.twitter.com/SKZdMC0anE

— Johnny Gargano (@JohnnyGargano) August 20, 2020

This was a good match but that one bad botch scared the WWE Universe. Holland is still new to the game. NXT did well to give the man a good chance and protected him in the finish.

Gargano needs to continue to be a fixture with NXT. It’s good to see him en route to TakeOver for another big match. After all, what’s NXT TakeoVer without Johnny TakeOver?