Tensions run high as NXT Takeover: Chicago approaches
#1 Huge match set for next week's show
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Hideo Itami faces Roderick Strong to determine Bobby Roode’s Number 1 Contender
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Two divergent storylines from this episode seamlessly culminated in a grand finale towards the end of this week’s show. We saw the in-ring return of Hideo Itami who took apart his opponent Kona Reeves in almost no time despite the fact that the latter received expert advice from NXT Champion- ‘Glorious’ Bobby Roode.
We took an in-depth look into the life of former ROH mainstay Roderick Strong, chronicling his journey to NXT and how he was living out his childhood dream. Finally, we saw a segment where William Regal announced that Itami would be facing Strong to determine the next Number 1 contender for the coveted NXT Championship.
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Both men are incredible workers, and we're certain next week will be absolutely mental. NXT has been producing strong shows, week after week these days, and we hope this trend continues. Of course, we’ll be absolutely delighted to bring you live coverage, results and an in-depth ‘5 points to note’ countdown. Stay tuned.
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