NXT TakeOver: Stand & Deliver Night 2 - Top 5 performers

#1. NXT makes a star out of Kyle O'Reilly as he lays his past to rest

O'Reilly stands tall to end TakeOver: Stand & Deliver

NXT TakeOver: Stand & Deliver officially concluded with Kyle O'Reilly exercising his demons. The former UE member managed to topple his former friend and leader in a brutal Unsanctioned match.

Both Cole and O'Reilly earned spots on this list. It is well deserved as both men put each other through their paces. However, O'Reilly gains the edge over Cole on this list for a few reasons.

Take a seat, @AdamColePro. #NXTTakeOver @KORcombat pic.twitter.com/OJTDrKp7Ds

— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) April 9, 2021

Kyle showed up ready for a real fight. The way his strikes landed looked so painful, you could almost feel them through the screen. His shots were so devastating, it looked like he meant to rearrange Cole's face with his foot.

Not only was his offense incredibly believable, but his storytelling was as well. O'Reilly might be the best at selling fans on a match simply through his body language.

It's hard to say where Kyle goes from here. Wherever it is, this match proves he's the best NXT has to offer.