Halloween Havoc 2025 took over the Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley, Arizona on October 25 and delivered one of the most explosive nights in NXT’s modern era. The event featured cross-brand star power, championship upheaval, and storylines that set the stage for the brand heading into year-end programming.
Ricky Saints survived Trick Williams to remain NXT Champion, Tatum Paxley captured the NXT Women’s Championship, Blake Monroe seized the Women’s North American Title, and DarkState reclaimed tag team gold from the Broken Hardys. Crossovers with TNA and AAA talent added additional intrigue throughout the night.
Quick Results (Chronological)
- Je’Von Evans & TNA X-Division Champion Leon Slater def. Mr. Iguana & La Parka
- NXT North American Championship (Day of the Dead): Ethan Page def. El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr. — Page retains
- NXT Tag Team Championship (Broken Rules): DarkState (Dion Lennox & Osiris Griffin) def. The Broken Hardys — NEW Champions
- NXT Women’s North American Championship: Blake Monroe def. Zaria (for injured Sol Ruca) — NEW Champion
- NXT Women’s Championship: Tatum Paxley def. Jacy Jayne — NEW Champion
- NXT Championship (Main Event): Ricky Saints def. Trick Williams — Saints retains
Je’Von Evans & TNA X-Division Champion Leon Slater def. Mr. Iguana & La Parka
The opener set the tone for the evening, highlighting the crossover theme. TNA’s Leon Slater teamed with NXT’s Je’Von Evans to face AAA’s Mr. Iguana and La Parka. The match featured high-flying springboard moves, quick tags, and hybrid lucha-style offense. Slater finished the bout with a 450 Splash on Iguana for the pin, giving NXT undercard talent a strong showcase alongside international stars.
NXT North American Championship — Ethan Page def. El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr. (Day of the Dead Match)
This match combined high-risk, cinematic visuals with physical storytelling. Page retained after countering Wagner’s top-rope maneuver into a Twisted Grin through a table. The stipulation played into the Halloween theme while emphasizing Page’s resilience and tactical edge. Wagner’s AAA background added cross-promotional intrigue and showcased NXT’s global talent integration.
NXT Women’s North American Championship — Blake Monroe def. Zaria (for Sol Ruca)
With champion Sol Ruca injured and unable to compete, Zaria stepped in as her substitute. Blake Monroe capitalized on the distraction and Zaria’s compromised shoulder, hitting her Glamour Shot DDT to win the Women’s North American Title. This victory adds depth to the secondary women’s division and sets up layered storylines involving Ruca’s return and Zaria’s loyalty, while elevating Monroe as a credible champion.
NXT Women’s Championship — Tatum Paxley def. Jacy Jayne
In one of the night’s most surprising results, Tatum Paxley dethroned Jacy Jayne in a hard-fought contest. Despite interference from Fatal Influence, Paxley overcame adversity and executed her finishing move, the Cemetery Drive, for the pin. Paxley’s win injects new energy into the women’s division and positions her as the centerpiece for upcoming rivalries with Jacy Jayne and other challengers like Lyra Valkyria and Izzi Dame.
NXT Tag Team Championship (Broken Rules) — DarkState def. The Broken Hardys
The tag division received a major statement with DarkState reclaiming the titles from Broken Matt and Brother Nero (Jeff Hardy). The match included tables, ladders, and cinematic spots, culminating in a Doomsday Driver through a table for the win. While the Hardys brought nostalgia and spectacle, DarkState’s victory reestablished them as NXT’s premier tag team and set up long-term storytelling within the division.
NXT Championship (Main Event) — Ricky Saints def. Trick Williams
The main event combined athleticism, psychology, and narrative payoff. Trick Williams used speed and innovation to target Saints, but the champion absorbed punishment, executed counters, and maintained control. Saints finished the match with a Spear into a top-rope Tornado DDT to retain. The match solidified Saints’ position as the top star in NXT, while keeping Williams strong for future rematch opportunities or main-event storylines.
The Crossover Effect — TNA and AAA Influence
Throughout the night, NXT featured international and cross-promotional talent, from Leon Slater to El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr. and AAA performers in the undercard. These appearances enhanced the show’s diversity, gave exposure to global talent, and reinforced NXT’s brand identity as a hub for innovation and cross-brand storytelling.
Final Thoughts
Halloween Havoc 2025 was a resounding success. It balanced surprises with long-term storytelling, featuring:
- Ricky Saints solidifying his reign with a strong main-event performance
- Tatum Paxley and Blake Monroe capturing major women’s titles
- DarkState reclaiming tag gold and redefining the division
- International talent integration that enhanced both spectacle and narrative
The results set up compelling television for November and provide clear pathways for all champions heading toward year-end specials and NXT Deadline.
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