NXT Takeover: San Antonio
NXT Takeover: San Antonio

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NXT Takeover: San Antonio

2017
Movie
138 min
English

NXT TakeOver: San Antonio was a professional wrestling show in the NXT TakeOver series that took place on January 28, 2017, at the Freeman Coliseum in San Antonio, Texas. The event was produced by WWE for its NXT promotion, and was streamed live on the WWE Network. Shinsuke Nakamura defended his NXT Championship against Bobby Roode in the main event

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IMDb7.9/10
Director: Various WWE ProducersGenres: Sports Entertainment, Professional Wrestling

Plot Summary

NXT Takeover: San Antonio was a professional wrestling event produced by WWE for their developmental territory NXT. The event featured top NXT talent competing in highly anticipated matches. Key matchups included Shinsuke Nakamura defending his NXT Championship against Bobby Roode and Asuka defending her NXT Women's Championship against the team of Billie Kay and Peyton Royce.

Critical Reception

NXT Takeover: San Antonio was widely praised by critics and fans for its high-quality wrestling matches, exciting performances, and strong storytelling. The event is considered one of the standout NXT Takeover specials, particularly lauded for its main event and the emotional impact of its outcomes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Widely regarded as a top-tier NXT event with exceptional in-ring performances.

  • Bobby Roode's victory over Shinsuke Nakamura was a major talking point, marking a significant moment in NXT history.

  • Asuka's continued dominance as NXT Women's Champion was a highlight, showcasing her unparalleled talent.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally reflect the critical consensus, with many viewers praising the match quality and the significant championship changes that occurred during the event. The passionate crowd in San Antonio also received positive mentions for their energy.

Awards & Accolades

None notable (as it is a regular event and not typically submitted for traditional awards)

Fun Fact

This event marked Bobby Roode's first NXT Championship win, solidifying his 'Glorious' persona within the promotion.

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