Get ready for a groundbreaking moment in NXT history! For the first time ever, the men’s NXT Championship match will kick off an NXT Premium Live Event, and it’s a showdown you won’t want to miss: Ricky Saints vs. Oba Femi. But here’s where it gets even more exciting—this historic opener sets the stage for NXT Deadline on December 6th in San Antonio, Texas, promising an action-packed night from start to finish.
The stage was set during the December 2nd episode of NXT on The CW, where a contract signing between Ricky Saints and Oba Femi sealed the deal for their title bout. Moderated by NXT General Manager Ava, the segment ended with her revealing the unprecedented decision to start the PLE with the men’s championship match—a move that’s already sparking conversations among fans.
And this is the part most people miss: Deadline isn’t just about the main event; it’s a stacked card that showcases the best of NXT’s talent. Here’s the full lineup:
- NXT Championship: Ricky Saints (c) vs. Oba Femi
- Men’s Iron Survivor Challenge Match: Je’Von Evans vs. Leon Slater vs. Joe Hendry vs. Dion Lennox vs. Myles Borne
- Women’s Iron Survivor Challenge Match: Sol Ruca vs. Lola Vice vs. Kelani Jordan vs. Jordynne Grace vs. Kendal Grey
- Tatum Paxley vs. Izzi Dame (with Shawn Spears & Niko Vance in her corner)
- NXT North American Championship: Ethan Page (c) vs. Mr. Iguana
But here’s the controversial question: Is starting the show with the NXT Championship a bold move to elevate its prestige, or does it risk overshadowing the rest of the card? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—this is one debate NXT fans won’t want to miss!
