WWE NXT power rankings: Takover War Games fallout

Big weekend for the NXT brand after Takeover War Games and leaving Survivor Series victorious. Back to business this week with two title matches and continued feuds. Let’s find out how the power rankings have shifted.

The Superstars of NXT have been in a new spotlight since the move to the USA Network. Fans have seen everyone step their games up to be noticed. Every week, we’ll rank the men, women and tag teams of NXT. Who’s caught our attention in the Power Rankings this week?

NXT Men’s division

10. Angel Garza

Angel Garza wasn’t in action this week but will be continuing his feud with Lio Rush. He picked up a victory on the War Games preshow over Isaiah “Swerve” Scott. Rush and Garza have the potential to be one of the best feuds in all of NXT.

9. Damien Priest

Damien Priest remains in the top 10 due to his record. Despite losing at War Games he was a part of team NXT at Survivor Series and remains an important part of the brand’s future. He’ll go one on one with Killian Dane next week.

8. Dominick Dijakovic

Dijakovic made an impact in tag-team action with rival Keith Lee. Dijakovic was a monster in War Games and could get his first taste of gold soon.

7. Matt Riddle

Matt Riddle was not in action this week, though it’s clear he’s one of the brand’s biggest stars. Falling to Finn Balor at War Games doesn’t hurt his stock much.

6. Roderick Strong

Strong stole a victory at Survivor Series versus AJ Styles and Shinsuke Nakamura. Then came to the relief of an inured Bobby Fish and defended the NXT tag titles. Strong should be discussed as a top performer in the entire company.

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5. Keith Lee

Nobody had a better November than Keith Lee. His stock is soaring as he’s shown fans how great he is in the squared circle. Pinning Seth Rollins is huge and he earned praise from Roman Reigns. Lee came up short on winning tag-team gold but there’s no denying he’ll be a champion in no time.

4. Lio Rush

Lio Rush is putting a strong string of title defenses together, and every match has been phenomenal. Looking forward to seeing more magic with him and Garza.

3. Tommaso Ciampa

Ciampa stood tall at the end of War Games and led team NXT at Survivor Series. Despite not being champion, he is the face of NXT. Ciampa is now in a stalemate as to who will challenge Adam Cole for the NXT championship. He Fell to Balor one on one after Adam Cole interfered.

2. Finn Balor

Balor added another name to his list after defeated Matt Riddle at War Games. He’s now set his sight on reclaiming his throne at the top of the mountain. Balor defeated Ciampa and made it clear to Adam Cole he stands alone.

1. Adam Cole

Adam Cole and the Undisputed Era came up short at War Games, however, Cole successfully defended his title against Pete Dunne at Survivor Series. Cole’s days could be numbered as he awaits his next challenger for the title.

NXT Women’s division

10. Tegan Nox

Nox is out indefinitely after being attacked by Dakota Kai at Takeover. She’s been vocal on social media that she’s gunning for Kai once able.

9. Vanessa Borne

The Vision was back in action at Full Sail this week. Looking to avenge her partner Aliyah who suffered a broken nose to Xia Li. Borne showed a mean streak and looked good early but ultimately loss the match. Something tells me that feud isn’t over just yet.

8. Xia Li

Xia Li has now defeated both members of the Highers. Which drew the attention of NXT Women’s Champion Shayna Bazler. Li defended off Bazler and co. as long as she could before the numbers were too much. However, this is great because it could spell a bigger push for Li down the road.

7. Candice LeRae

LeRae looked to get some revenge after Dakota Kai abandoned her War Games team. Playing the role of the big sister for Tegan Nox. Kai took the low road and attempted to hurt LeRae. Expect LeRae to continue aiming for Kai.

6. Bianca Belair

Belair wasn’t in action this week nor victorious at War Games. She did have a big showing at Survivor Series as a part of team NXT. It will be interesting to see her next move in the division.

5. Dakota Kai

Dakota Kai debuted new theme music and a new mean streak. She showed that in her match versus Candice LeRae. Looking to injure LeRae before Rhea Ripley made the save. Kai also came to the ring showing off the knee brace of Tegan Nox. Her heel turn could have an Io Shirai effect.

4. Mia Yim

Yim wasn’t in action this week and wasn’t a part of Survivor Series weekend. She was attacked backstage during War Games and very well could be nursing injuries from her ladder match a week ago. She stays in the top five after that stellar performance.

3. Io Shirai

Shirai was not in action this week but she was one of the sole survivors during her match Sunday. Shirai had a great showing and a moment with former partner Kairi Sane. It will be interesting to see if Shirai gets into the title picture.

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2. Rhea Ripley

Rhea Ripley had a huge week and weekend winning at every turn. She led both her War Games and Survivor Series teams to victory. She’s now refocused her attention to the NXT Women’s champion and is looking for her opportunity.

1. Shayna Baszler

Shayna was victorious in the main event of Survivor Series, showcasing the same dominance she holds over her division. She returned to her bullying ways this week after attacking Xia Li. She was met with opposition from Rhea Ripley and backed down. Eventually, we’ll see if Ripley has the kryptonite for Baszler’s title reign.

NXT Tag Team division

5. Keith Lee and Dominick Dijakovic

Lee and Dijakovic make an appearance twice in this week’s rankings. They came up short on winning the titles but make a formidable duo. Hopefully, we see more of these two together in this division.

4. Breezango

Breezango wasn’t in action this week but they represented NXT on the Survivor Series pre-show.

3. Imperium

Imperium wasn’t featured on NXT this week but remain one of the featured tag teams due to the division being thin.

2. Forgotten Sons

The Forgotten Sons weren’t in action Wednesday but did represent NXT on the Survivor Series pre-show battle royal. They remain in the two spot after a great showing against the Viking Raiders.

1. Undisputed Era

The Undisputed Era successfully defended their tag titles despite the odds being against them and down a member. They continue to be the standard for tag-team wrestling on the NXT brand. There aren’t many challenger’s in the division so expect to see more of Lee and Dijakovic.