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WWE NXT Live 4/22/25: A Must-See Spectacle – Full Preview, Predictions, and How to Watch
By [Watch Wrestling]
The WWE Universe is buzzing with anticipation as NXT Live returns with another explosive event on April 22, 2025! This is not just another episode—this is a night where rivalries will reach their boiling point, new stars will rise, and championships could change hands in the blink of an eye.
If you’re a wrestling fan, you cannot afford to miss this. Whether you’re tuning in live at the arena or streaming online, NXT Live 4/22/25 promises to deliver the hard-hitting, high-flying, and emotionally charged action that has made NXT the most exciting brand in professional wrestling.
In this exclusive 2000+ word preview, we’ll break down:
✔ All the confirmed matches (plus potential surprises!)
✔ Behind-the-scenes feuds heating up
✔ Shocking returns & debuts we could see
✔ Expert predictions & potential swerves
✔ How to watch NXT Live online
So, grab your favorite snack, turn up the volume, and let’s dive into the ultimate preview for WWE NXT Live on April 22, 2025!
🔥 The Main Event: NXT Championship On The Line
Trick Williams (c) vs. Carmelo Hayes – Steel Cage Match
The rivalry between Trick Williams and Carmelo Hayes has been one of the most personal and intense stories in NXT history. What started as a brotherhood has turned into a blood feud, with both men trading vicious attacks, betrayals, and show-stealing matches.
At NXT Live 4/22/25, they finally step inside a Steel Cage to settle the score once and for all—with the NXT Championship hanging in the balance.
Why This Match Matters:
- No Escape: The Steel Cage ensures no interference, no running away—just pure, unfiltered violence.
- History: Melo believes he made Trick, while Trick says he outgrew Melo. Who truly deserves to be the face of NXT?
- Potential Swerve: Could a third superstar (like a returning Bron Breakker or Ilja Dragunov) crash the party?
Prediction: Trick retains, but Melo turns heel again post-match, setting up an EXTREME RULES rematch.
💥 NXT Women’s Championship: A Clash of Titans
Roxanne Perez (c) vs. Lash Legend – No Disqualification
Roxanne Perez has been a fighting champion, but Lash Legend has been an unstoppable force, dismantling everyone in her path. After weeks of brutal sneak attacks and mind games, NXT GM Ava has made this a No DQ Match—meaning anything goes!
What to Expect:
- Weapons Galore: Chairs, kendo sticks, and maybe even a table or two.
- Outside Interference? The rest of the Meta-Four (Jakara Jackson, Noam Dar, Oro Mensah) could get involved.
- Surprise Return: Could Lyra Valkyria or Cora Jade make a shocking comeback to challenge the winner?
Prediction: Roxanne barely escapes with the title, but Lash looks dominant in defeat, setting up a future Last Woman Standing match.
⚡ High-Stakes Grudge Match
Ilja Dragunov vs. Dijak – “I Quit” Match
Two of NXT’s most brutal warriors will collide in an “I Quit” Match—a stipulation that fits their war-like history. Dragunov and Dijak have left each other battered in previous encounters, but this time, one man must verbally surrender or be beaten into submission.
Key Factors:
- Unmatched Intensity: Both men thrive in hardcore environments. Expect vicious strikes, insane bumps, and possibly blood.
- Mind Games: Will Dijak target Dragunov’s injured neck? Will Ilja push himself beyond human limits again?
- Future Implications: The loser may be forced to leave NXT… or could this lead to a call-up to RAW or SmackDown?
Prediction: Dragunov wins after an absolutely brutal fight, but Dijak refuses to quit—forcing the referee to stop the match.
🌟 Breakout Star Showcase
Oba Femi vs. Nathan Frazer – North American Championship Open Challenge
Oba Femi has been an unstoppable monster since winning the NXT North American Championship, crushing every challenger in his path. But high-flying sensation Nathan Frazer has answered his open challenge, promising to use his speed to overcome Femi’s power.
Why This Could Steal the Show:
- David vs. Goliath: Frazer’s aerial assault vs. Femi’s raw strength.
- Potential Cash-In: Could Lexis King (Mr. Money in the Bank) swoop in after the match?
- Future Opponents: A Frazer win could set up a feud with Tyler Bate or Joe Coffey.
Prediction: Oba Femi retains, but Frazer earns his respect in a thrilling match.
🔮 Other Must-See Matches & Segments
1. The Family (Tony D’Angelo & Channing “Stacks” Lorenzo) vs. The OC (Gallows & Anderson) – Tag Team Showdown
- Mafia vs. Bullet Club energy.
- **Could lead to a Tag Title shot for the winners.
2. Fallon Henley vs. Kiana James – Loser Leaves NXT
- Their bitter rivalry ends here.
- Will Kiana move to the main roster?
3. Ridge Holland’s Mystery Opponent
- Holland has been destroying local talent—who steps up?
- Possible debut or return?
🎤 Potential Surprises & Returns
NXT is known for its shocking moments, and this show could deliver:
✔ Bron Breakker’s Return – Is he coming back for one last run?
✔ Cora Jade’s Revenge – Will she attack Roxanne post-match?
✔ Main Roster Invasion – Could Judgment Day or Imperium show up?
📺 How to Watch WWE NXT Live 4/22/25
Don’t miss a second of the action! Here’s how to watch:
- USA Network (U.S. TV)
- Peacock/WWE Network (Streaming)
- FITE TV (International)
- Tickets Still Available (Check WWE.com for last-minute seats!)
💬 Final Thoughts & Predictions
NXT Live on April 22, 2025, is shaping up to be an all-time great episode, with career-defining matches, shocking twists, and unforgettable moments. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a newcomer, this is the perfect time to tune in.
Final Card Predictions:
- Trick Williams retains in an instant classic.
- Roxanne Perez survives Lash’s onslaught.
- Ilja Dragunov proves why he’s the “Mad Dragon.”
- Oba Femi continues his dominant reign.
- At least ONE major surprise return or debut.
What do YOU think will happen? Let us know in the comments, and don’t forget to share this preview with every wrestling fan you know!
See you on April 22nd for NXT Live—it’s gonna be LEGENDARY!
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Very good show
I think his Ic run being so long hurt him as a credible world champion. It’s like he fought all the same guys and crushed them for a mid card belt now we are supposed to believe they are an actual challenge to him as a world champion? Lol when they took the intercontinental title off of him they should have moved him to SmackDown and put a new list of challengers in front of him. And moved Cody and the WWE championship to raw
Very good episode,
imagine being deluded enough to think a multi billion dollar company with guys who literally have wrestling in their blood hot shoted a heel turn storyline because they booked themselves into a corner. are you serious dude? that is the most ridiculous thing i have read in a minute lol. good luck bro.
Great episode.
Punk/Cody was there for the taking and Cena could’ve gone up against Gunther.
They knee jerked a heel turn because they booked themselves into a nepotism corner
Very good show
honestly don’t get the hate. like sure, there’s no major story here YET. But Punk/Rollins/Reigns has a lot of potential to be a high quality match. I’m legit looking forward to it and love that these three have wound up in a match together.
Great episode.
The triple threat match between them at Wrestlemania is gonna be awesome. Super stoked for this match
Great show
Let’s mention the women’s match in every live/hate challenge. Easiest task for this group of “journalists” ever. Each one of these love/hates are more embarrassing than the last. We get it, women’s wrestling is amazing and should main event every show and if a women’s match is bad it’s because where it is on the card or the booking it’s never the talent, all the women are top tier wrestlers.
Very good show
You wanna find out who the real simps and shills are? Mark down anybody who defends that main event match! Even the diehard AEW fans are crapping on that main event. It was terrible.
This Moxley stuff is stinking out the entire show and the dude seems to think he is Brock Lesnar.
The sad part is that this wasn’t a terrible show overall and with all things taken into an account. But at the end of the day, a bad ending can ruin a whole show for a lot of people. “Game of Thrones season 8” style.
Great show
So the crux of it all is that the PLE started strong…then ended with a sour belch.
The fans most remember how you left them and the fans are going to remember this show with a resounding “bleh”!
And any casual fan who watched with their buddies who are more diehard fans, may have left the viewing saying aloud, “That guy was pretty good. He should go to WWE”.
Great show.
I’ve said before but I think one of the issues here is that Tony is a massive fan of NJPW and often looks to emulate their PPV card structure. NJPW cards typically build to a climax with the big matches back to back and tend not to feature cool down matches or spots. Problem is western audiences haven’t been conditioned for that over the last 40 years, so often results in burnout. Personally I would have laid out the card like below giving breathing spaces, opening with the Steel Cage match and building to the Hollywood Ending as the main event.
Storm vs. May
Mox vs. Cope
Hangman vs. MJF
Hurt Syndicate vs. Outrunners
Takeshita vs. Omega
Swerve vs. Ricochet
Okada vs. King
Mone vs. Watanabe
Ospreay vs. Fletcher
Great episode.
Very good show, but the ending is what people remember. WWE ended Elimination Chamber with a huge heel turn. AEW ended Revolution with that abominable ending.
it doesn’t totally undo a great show, but it might have done more harm than good.
Very good show
I can already see Trips the mark statues, Trips the mark with a 20 minutes speech, the camera focusing onTrips the mark every 30 seconds when he is on the crowd.
Great show.
I’m glad they are bringing it back to a nice venue. The idea of hosting it immediately after Smackdown is insane. Why not put a highlight show or broadcast the Hall of Fame instead of airing Smackdown that week.
best of the best
Very good show tonight
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It’s good
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Loving it
Fantastic Article
Raw vs SD
The only switches from Raw vs SD were Breakker, and Jax?
Super excited about Kiana James to Raw.
Super excited about Kiana James to Raw. She’s been great on NXT so hopefully they don’t ruin her momentum.
I dunno what the Final
I dunno what the Final Testament want, but at this point I am afraid to ask.
Save yourself time and money a
Save yourself time and money and just say everyone on smackdown will stay on smackdown, everyone on raw will stay on raw. What clown wrote this episode?!
Willow should NOT lose
Willow should NOT lose to Moñe at Double or Nothing.
I love the work Mariah’s done with Toni,
I love the work Mariah’s done with Toni, but Ngl I would also love her just gal-palling around with Mina for a spell
I’m all in on joshi invasion of AEW.
I’m all in on joshi invasion of AEW. I’m kinda down for joshi invasion of all promotions honestly
Danielson is also a 21st century
That line makes me laugh like Danielson is also a 21st century wrestler
I’ve never heard of.
Uhg, some other random wrestler from a promotion I’ve never heard of.
This is going to be a squash match right?
Wait, Anna Jay isn’t in Dark Order?
not even the security guard
not even the security guard with the hogan beard is dragging me out of daily’s rn
Kurt V Bret V Perfect
Three other Ospreay dream matches
V Kurt V Bret V Perfect
I have never seen mina before.
I have never seen mina before…. But from the entrance alone i am a fan
I’ve ever seen. Good lord
Anna Jay one of the finest women I’ve ever seen. Good lord
May gets all the ladies.
May gets all the ladies.
Daily’s Place just feels right
Anna Jay match in Daily’s Place just feels right
Is Mina’s theme
Is Mina’s theme a rip of Danza Kaduro? 🕺🏻
I enjoy Fallon’s work in ring,
I enjoy Fallon’s work in ring, and her character work. I just wish she didn’t scream so much- every single move.
Was late tuning in tonight,
Was late tuning in tonight, went and watched the women’s title match, Tatum showed up and showed tf out. Sad she didn’t win but the sky’s the limit
Jensen getting back together
first step to Briggs and Jensen getting back together
I wonder if Fallon Henley gets called up,
I wonder if Fallon Henley gets called up, she’s not really in any important angles in NXT.
John Cena style
Jasmyn has that chiseled chin. John Cena style
“Thank you, Trish Jacey”
Jacey Jayne wants Thea to say “Thank you, Trish Jacey”
What a woman
Her weave fallen off and her not skipping a beat. What a woman. I’m all in on jaida parker
Jaida to get her feet
This OTM side quest was good for Jaida to get her feet wet but her ceiling is sooo much higher than Lucien, Bronco & SCRYPTS
Really don’t like that it’s the Women’s NXT North American Championship.
Really don’t like that it’s the Women’s NXT North American Championship. Besides being an awkward mouthful, it’s too derivative of Men’s midcard title.
Gratitude is not an option
“Gratitude is not an option but a debt that you will repay to me” lmao damn Jacy sounds so badass and ominous 😭
She’s got a really bright future.
Jaida’s only been doing this for a year and a half. She’s got a really bright future.
I love the implied narrative that
I love the implied narrative that it’s Nattie who is singlehandedly selling out a WWE tour of Europe
All these talks about call-ups,
All these talks about call-ups, I feel Jacy Jayne is more overdue than most. One of the best character workers around.
I feel like Jaida has been winning every week
I feel like Jaida has been winning every week for a while now but it hasn’t really gotten her anywhere lol
Booker’s about to faint during
Booker’s about to faint during the sexiest contract signing of all time.
SOMEONE CLIP THAT LEXIS KING
SOMEONE CLIP THAT LEXIS KING PART IN THE NXT SHOP COMMERCIAL AND MAKE IT A MEME
So.. Natalya had a ton of work done
So.. Natalya had a ton of work done on her face right? She had some weird angles to it when the camera followed her walking
Any recognise the photographer
Any recognise the photographer in the Baron/Lexis segment?