The NXT Championship Tournament continues, as the quarter finals begin this week, with Cedric Alexander facing Rich Swann and Apollo Crews taking on Ricochet. Earlier this week, we learned that NXT with Takeover Chicago on Saturday, May 20th. On that night, we will see the semi and finals of the tournament, with a new champion being crowned. And just announced, the Authors of Pain will face The Ascension, with the winners becoming the new NXT Tag Team Champions.
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NXT
May 10th, 2017
Location: Full Sail University
Cedric Alexander vs Rich Swann- NXT Championship Tournament Quarter-Finals Match
These two friends have faced off before, and always push each other to their limits. You knew this was never going to be an extended fight, and Alexander and Swann went right at it. Crazy acrobatics and snug strikes was the order of the evening, as these two cruiserweights tore the house down. There was hardly time to catch a breath, as they traded near falls, but it was Cedric Alexander that scored the winning blow, a sit-out reverse STO, that sent him through to the semi-finals.
Winner: Cedric Alexander
TM-61 vs The Ascension
The young Australians known as Nick Miller and Shane Thorne had a major test in their debut match, taking on The Ascension. Despite taking some abuse throughout the match, Konnor and Viktor showed why they are such a feared tag team, disposing of Miller with a Fall of Man.
The Ascension's night wasn't done there, as the Authors of Pain made their way to the stage. Konnor and Viktor were ready to go, but under the advisement of Paul Ellering, Akam and Rezar chose not to get physical.
Winners: The Ascension
Apollo Crews vs Ricochet- NXT Championship Tournament Quarter-Finals Match
Apollo Crews has shown himself to be a bully in the past, viciously attacking TJ Perkins a few weeks ago after their first round match. Ricochet was not going to stand for that kind of behavior, and brought the fight right to Apollo. The Future of Flight showed why so many see him as a future champion, dazzling the crowd with his feats of athleticism. Regardless of his attitude, there is no doubting Apollo Crews' tenacity, and he battled back. He kicked out of a 630 Senton, shocking the fans, and went back on the attack. He never could find the key to victory, though, and the tides had turned against him. A second 630 Seton connected, and for safe measure, a third, and Ricochet shocked the world with a massive upset, advancing to the semi-finals. He may have been the better man on this night, but when Apollo Crews realizes what happened, there will be hell to pay.
Winner: Ricochet
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NXT
May 10th, 2017
Location: Full Sail University
Cedric Alexander vs Rich Swann- NXT Championship Tournament Quarter-Finals Match
These two friends have faced off before, and always push each other to their limits. You knew this was never going to be an extended fight, and Alexander and Swann went right at it. Crazy acrobatics and snug strikes was the order of the evening, as these two cruiserweights tore the house down. There was hardly time to catch a breath, as they traded near falls, but it was Cedric Alexander that scored the winning blow, a sit-out reverse STO, that sent him through to the semi-finals.
Winner: Cedric Alexander
TM-61 vs The Ascension
The young Australians known as Nick Miller and Shane Thorne had a major test in their debut match, taking on The Ascension. Despite taking some abuse throughout the match, Konnor and Viktor showed why they are such a feared tag team, disposing of Miller with a Fall of Man.
The Ascension's night wasn't done there, as the Authors of Pain made their way to the stage. Konnor and Viktor were ready to go, but under the advisement of Paul Ellering, Akam and Rezar chose not to get physical.
Winners: The Ascension
Apollo Crews vs Ricochet- NXT Championship Tournament Quarter-Finals Match
Apollo Crews has shown himself to be a bully in the past, viciously attacking TJ Perkins a few weeks ago after their first round match. Ricochet was not going to stand for that kind of behavior, and brought the fight right to Apollo. The Future of Flight showed why so many see him as a future champion, dazzling the crowd with his feats of athleticism. Regardless of his attitude, there is no doubting Apollo Crews' tenacity, and he battled back. He kicked out of a 630 Senton, shocking the fans, and went back on the attack. He never could find the key to victory, though, and the tides had turned against him. A second 630 Seton connected, and for safe measure, a third, and Ricochet shocked the world with a massive upset, advancing to the semi-finals. He may have been the better man on this night, but when Apollo Crews realizes what happened, there will be hell to pay.
Winner: Ricochet
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