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NXT TV Recap: Highs and Lows from June 3 Showdown

2025-06-04

Author: Amelia

NXT TV Highlights from June 3, 2025

Live from the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Florida, NXT kicked off with commentary from Vic Joseph, Booker T, and Corey Graves. Exciting highlights from last week’s show set the stage for another thrilling episode.

Championship Factions Clash

As the wrestlers arrived, the tension escalated with NXT North American Champion Ethan Page taking center stage, belittling his opponents Laredo Kid and Je’Von Evans due to travel troubles that kept Rey Fenix from joining the fray. Pages ranted about his upcoming title defenses and the audacity of Ava booking another challenger before this match.

Laredo Kid boldly called Page out for his cowardice, igniting sparks of conflict that erupted into a chaotic brawl involving Sean Legacy, Laredo, and Evans sending the heels packing. The stakes were clearly raised for the upcoming tag match!

Chase U vs. DarkState: A Tug of War

In what turned out to be a mixed display, Chase U battled against DarkState. After a shaky start, DarkState controlled the match, with a finish that saw them claim victory in just over three minutes. Though Chase U didn't impress this time, there's hope for future redemption.

Showdown of Skill: Dempsey vs. Borne

Next was the Rounds Match between Charlie Dempsey and Myles Borne. The back-and-forth exchanges culminated in Borne emerging victorious, securing a hard-fought win that showcased his wrestling prowess. Despite some measuring difficulties with the unique match style, Borne's continued rise is something to keep an eye on.

New Faces, New Challenges

Olympic Gold Medalist Tyra Mae Steele arrived in style, marking her presence with an impressive debut against Arianna Grace. Steele showcased her incredible strength and technical skill, sealing her first victory in NXT.

Women's Division in Disarray

Reigning NXT Women’s Champion Jacy Jayne strutted into the ring, basking in her recent victory, oblivious to the drama that erupted when several female competitors cut her off. Mariah May emerged, promising to elevate the women’s division, hinting at yet more exciting dynamics to come.

Main Event Madness: Trick Williams vs. Mike Santana for the TNA Championship

The evening reached its peak with Trick Williams defending his TNA World Championship against Mike Santana. The match was a rollercoaster, filled with high-octane spots and tense moments. Trick, bolstered by his entourage, defended his title with a clever scheme that involved a steel chair distraction.

Despite a valiant effort from Santana, who showcased resilience and skill, Trick retained his title. The drama left fans buzzing, as the storyline teased potential future rivalries.

Final Thoughts: A Mixed Bag of Action

Tonight's NXT broadcast was a complex tapestry of thrilling matches marred by moments of confusion. The ambitious promotions of Evolve, TNA, and World’s Collide felt unfocused, leaving some storylines muddled. With promise in the air, fans have plenty to look forward to in the next week’s showdown.