Add as a preferred source on Google WWE has announced several highlights for Tuesday’s episode of NXT, which will take place at the Performance Center in Orlando, Florida. The show will feature key matches, tournament action, and a segment involving the NXT Championship.
The main match announced is Tavion Heights vs. Jackson Drake, who will have Brad Baylor, Ricky Smokes, and Myka Lockwood in his corner. The winner will become the next challenger for the NXT North American Championship, currently held by Myles Borne.
Nattie will also face Jaida Parker in a match that could carry major weight for the next plans in the women’s division. The rivalry between the two has picked up in recent weeks and is already being treated as one of the focal points of tonight’s show.
Before they square off for the NXT Championship at #NXTGAB, @TonyDangeloWWE will sit down with his opponent, Naraku, TONIGHT on #WWENXT!
— WWE NXT (@WWENXT) June 16, 2026
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Another major point will be the face-to-face between NARAKU and Tony D’Angelo. NARAKU became the new challenger for the NXT Championship after defeating Mason Rook on last week’s episode, setting up a future showdown with the champion.
WWE will also begin the tournament to determine the next challenger for the WWE Women’s Speed Championship. Layla Diggs will face Arianna Grace, while Izzi Dame will take on Thea Hail. The tournament winner will face Wren Sinclair for the title at a date that has yet to be announced.