WWE NXT Christmas Eve Showdown: Heritage Cup and Tag Team Contenders Decided

Wrestlers in action during WWE NXT Christmas Eve event.

A thrilling Christmas Eve edition of WWE NXT unfolded on December 24, 2024, featuring intense matches and significant title implications. The night was highlighted by Stephanie Vaquer’s victory over Cora Jade, a gripping Heritage Cup Championship match, and the crowning of new number-one contenders for the NXT Tag Team Championship.

Key Takeaways

  • Stephanie Vaquer avenged her previous loss to Cora Jade.
  • Lexis King captured the NXT Heritage Cup from Charlie Dempsey.
  • OTM emerged victorious in the Christmas Chaos four-way tag team match.

Stephanie Vaquer vs. Cora Jade

The night kicked off with a highly anticipated match between Stephanie Vaquer and Cora Jade. Vaquer, seeking revenge for a prior attack, showcased her resilience and skill. The match featured several near falls and impressive counters, with Vaquer ultimately securing the win with her signature move, the Package Piledriver.

Match Result:
Winner: Stephanie Vaquer
Grade: B

After the match, tensions escalated as Kelani Jordan attacked Jade with a kendo stick, adding further drama to the rivalry.

NXT Heritage Cup Championship Match

In the main event, Lexis King challenged Charlie Dempsey for the NXT Heritage Cup. The match was a back-and-forth affair, showcasing both competitors’ technical prowess. Dempsey dominated the early rounds, but King fought back valiantly. The turning point came when William Regal, in King’s corner, used brass knuckles to assist King in securing the victory.

Match Result:
Winner: Lexis King (New Heritage Cup Champion)

Christmas Chaos Four-Way Tag Team Match

The night also featured a chaotic four-way tag team match to determine the number-one contenders for the NXT Tag Team Championship. The teams included:

  • No Quarter Catch Crew (Myles Borne & Tavion Heights)
  • Hank and Tank (Hank Walker & Tank Ledger)
  • OTM (Bronco Nima & Lucien Price)
  • The D’Angelo Family (Channing ‘Stacks’ Lorenzo & Luca Crusifino)

OTM emerged victorious, setting the stage for a future title shot against the current champions, Fraxiom.

Match Result:
Winners: OTM (New Number-One Contenders)

The Unholy Union Returns

In another exciting match, the Unholy Union, consisting of Alba Fyre and Isla Dawn, made their return to NXT, facing off against Fatal Influence (Jazmyn Nyx & Jacy Jayne). The match was filled with high-energy exchanges and showcased the returning duo’s chemistry.

Match Result:
Winners: Alba Fyre & Isla Dawn

Conclusion

The Christmas Eve edition of WWE NXT delivered an action-packed night filled with surprises and significant developments leading into the New Year. With new champions crowned and rivalries intensifying, fans are left eagerly anticipating what’s next in the world of NXT wrestling as they head towards New Year’s Evil on January 7, 2025.

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