Just three nights removed from a chaotic NXT Deadline, the black-and-gold brand returns to the WWE Performance Center in Tampa for a pivotal episode on The CW that will shape the road to NXT New Year’s Evil on January 6. With Oba Femi back on top as NXT Champion, new Iron Survivor winners locked into title shots, and cross-promotional intrigue at an all-time high, tonight’s show is all about fallout and first steps toward 2026—headlined by a high-stakes Women’s North American Title Open Challenge, a marquee women’s singles clash, and the much-anticipated debut of Shiloh Hill. 

Here is everything advertised for tonight’s show

According to WWE announcements and multiple preview outlets, the following matches and segments are officially advertised for tonight’s NXT on The CW: 

• NXT Women’s North American Championship Open Challenge:
  Blake Monroe (c) vs. TBA
• Jordynne Grace vs. Kelani Jordan
• Shiloh Hill’s NXT in-ring debut (opponent TBA)
• Hank & Tank return to NXT

Blake Monroe’s Women’s North American Championship Open Challenge

The centerpiece of tonight’s show is Blake Monroe putting her NXT Women’s North American Championship on the line in an open challenge—her first defense since skating out of Deadline with the title under controversial circumstances. 

At the PLE, General Manager Ava openly questioned whether Monroe could retain her title without outside help, pointing out that she only survived previously because Zaria threw in the towel on her behalf. That skepticism led directly to this open challenge, announced in a backstage segment and later amplified by WWE’s social channels. 

Tonight, there are no excuses and no hiding places. Monroe has made it clear she wants to be seen as a fighting champion, but an open contract on a Deadline fallout show is a dangerous gamble. Potential challengers range from frustrated Iron Survivor participants to hungry mid-carders trying to punch their ticket to New Year’s Evil, and the mystery of who will answer the call is part of the attraction.

What’s guaranteed is that whatever happens in this match will heavily influence the Women’s North American Title picture heading into January 6—and either validate Monroe’s bravado or expose her as the most vulnerable champion on the brand.

Jordynne Grace vs. Kelani Jordan: Iron Survivor tensions boil over

Another major women’s match tonight sees Jordynne Grace go one-on-one with Kelani Jordan, in a bout that was set up directly during NXT Deadline. After clashing in the Women’s Iron Survivor Challenge, the two got into a heated backstage brawl that demanded a proper resolution, and Ava made it official for this week’s show. 

Kelani continues to be one of NXT’s most dynamic homegrown athletes—an aerial innovator whose creativity has quickly turned her into a fan favorite. Jordynne, meanwhile, brings a powerhouse style and big-match aura that make every one of her appearances feel important, especially amid the ongoing cross-promotional attention around NXT.

With the NXT Women’s Championship already set for New Year’s Evil—Jacy Jayne vs. Kendal Grey, thanks to Grey’s Iron Survivor victory—this match is less about immediate contendership and more about positioning. A win for Kelani cements her as a future title threat; a win for Jordynne keeps her firmly on the shortlist of women who could step into a championship program at any time. 

Either way, expect a hard-hitting, high-energy showcase that continues NXT’s trend of letting the women’s division steal the show.

Shiloh Hill’s debut: The LFG winner finally steps between the ropes

After weeks of vignettes—and a Deadline feature where he even told an offbeat story about an altercation with a squirrel—Shiloh Hill finally makes his official NXT in-ring debut tonight. 

Hill, the winner of WWE LFG Season 2, arrives with a unique blend of charisma and eccentricity that’s already made him stand out in video packages. The debut opponent has intentionally been kept under wraps, but that’s part of the point: NXT is clearly framing Hill as an unpredictable wildcard whose first appearance should be watched closely.

NXT has a strong track record of using these debuts to make instant impressions—whether through upset wins, character-driven segments, or post-match angles that plug newcomers straight into ongoing stories. For Hill, tonight is less about the “who” across the ring and more about showing the audience why WWE invested in him.

Hank & Tank return from NOAH with momentum and questions

Also advertised is the return of Hank Walker & Tank Ledger, collectively known as Hank & Tank. The duo recently wrapped up an excursion to Pro Wrestling NOAH in Japan, where they even managed to briefly capture the GHC Tag Team Championships—a significant achievement for any young team, let alone one still technically based out of NXT. 

Tonight’s episode marks their first appearance back on the brand since that international run, and their return instantly deepens NXT’s tag division. Whether they come back humble and hungry or loud and cocky about their overseas success will go a long way in determining where they slot into the pecking order.

Given the Deadline fallout and NXT’s ongoing cross-promotional ties with other companies, don’t be surprised if Hank & Tank bring more than just experience back with them—they could bring new rivalries, new attitudes, or even new targets in mind as NXT builds toward New Year’s Evil.

Deadline fallout and the road to New Year’s Evil

While only a handful of matches and segments have been officially advertised, the larger backdrop of tonight’s NXT is crystal clear: sorting through the chaos of Deadline and accelerating the build to New Year’s Evil on January 6. 

At Deadline:

• Oba Femi defeated Ricky Saints to become a two-time NXT Champion, reestablishing himself as the brand’s most dominant force.  
• Je’Von Evans won the Men’s Iron Survivor Challenge, earning an NXT Championship match at New Year’s Evil.  
• Kendal Grey captured the Women’s Iron Survivor win, securing a shot at NXT Women’s Champion Jacy Jayne on the same special.  

POST Wrestling has confirmed that New Year’s Evil will air live on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, on The CW, with Oba vs. Je’Von and Jacy vs. Kendal already locked in as championship matches. 

Even though no specific in-ring segments for Oba, Je’Von, Jacy, or Kendal have been formally announced for tonight, it would be a shock if the show didn’t heavily feature them through promos, confrontations, or video packages. Oba’s chilling message to Cody Rhodes after reclaiming the NXT Title—and his upcoming non-title exhibition with Cody at John Cena’s farewell show—only increases the spotlight on him heading into New Year’s Evil.

Expect tonight’s broadcast to:

• Give Oba Femi a platform to address his victory and send another message to both Je’Von and the wider WWE Universe.
• Begin formalizing the tension between Je’Von Evans and “The Ruler” as they march toward their New Year’s Evil main event.
• Advance the dynamic between Jacy Jayne and Kendal Grey, likely highlighting how Kendal’s Iron Survivor win has upended the women’s title hierarchy.

Final thoughts

Tonight’s WWE NXT on The CW is more than just a follow-up to Deadline—it’s the first real step into 2026’s NXT landscape. Blake Monroe’s open challenge could redefine the Women’s North American Title scene in one night, Jordynne Grace vs. Kelani Jordan promises a showcase level encounter, Shiloh Hill’s debut brings fresh energy to the roster, and Hank & Tank’s return bolsters a tag division that’s quietly becoming one of WWE’s most interesting.

Layered on top of all that is the looming presence of New Year’s Evil: Oba Femi’s reign, Je’Von Evans’ breakthrough, and Kendal Grey’s rise are all threads that will likely begin weaving together in earnest tonight. For fans who watched NXT Deadline and want to see where the chaos leads next, this episode is essential viewing.

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