Ep 1. Main Event: Gallus vs. Moustache Mountain
- January 2, 2019
WWE NXT UK made its much-awaited return this year with an explosive first episode that has set the bar high for the rest of the season to come. The premier episode kicked off with a bang as the crowd at the Empress Ballroom in Blackpool went completely wild for their favorite superstars.
The first match of the night was an electrifying affair that saw Joseph Conners going head to head with the high-flying ‘Wild Boar’ Mike Hitchman. This opening match set the tone for the rest of the night, with both competitors leaving the crowd awestruck with their amazing maneuvers and hard-hitting moves.
The second match of the evening was an exciting tag team match between two of the most popular tag teams in WWE NXT UK – The Grizzled Young Veterans and Mark Andrews &Flash Morgan Webster. The match was filled with some thrilling moments that had the audience on the edge of their seats. The winners of the match were unexpected, to say the least, and they would go on to face the winners of the main event of the evening.
The Main Event of the night pitted one of the most dominant stables in NXT UK, Gallus, against the fan-favorite ‘Moustache Mountain’. The match was a treat for the fans from start to finish as they witnessed some breathtaking moves, scintillating action and lots of drama. The Gallus team comprising of Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, and Wolfgang, showed off their dominance early on in the match, throwing around Tyler Bate and Trent Seven with ease.
However, Moustache Mountain proved why they were one of the most celebrated tag teams in WWE NXT UK. They put up a spirited fight and managed to hold their own against Gallus, playing to their strengths with quick, high-flying moves. The match kept the crowd engaged with both teams coming close to winning the match at various points. In the end, it all came down to who could land the decisive move.
Without giving away any spoilers, it’s fair to say that the match delivered on all fronts, with both teams putting forth an incredible performance, leaving the audience thoroughly entertained. WWE NXT UK showed why it is considered one of the best wrestling shows around, with each match having an air of unpredictability that made it impossible to look away.
Overall, the return of WWE NXT UK was an instant hit with fans eagerly awaiting each and every episode to come. The show has set the tone for the rest of the season with an action-packed episode that pulled out all the stops. The stunning performances from the talented wrestlers made it clear why the show has such a dedicated fanbase. The first episode of NXT UK Season 2019 was everything fans had hoped for and so much more.
