WWE NXT Halloween Havoc Results Coverage, Reactions & Highlights for October 31, 2023

It’s Tuesday night and you know what that means! WWE NXT will go down tonight and Ringside News has got you covered with live play-by-play results coverage for the October 31, 2023 episode.

WWE NXT will start this week at 8:00 PM EST as always, match-by-match highlights and results from the show will take place on this very page. Feel free to leave any reactions in the comment section below. You can check out the lineup below.

WWE NXT (10/31/2023) Lineup:

• NXT Champion Ilja Dragunov vs. Carmelo Hayes – Can Dragunov keep his title safe from the clutches of the hungry Carmelo Hayes?
• NXT North American Champion Dominik Mysterio vs. Nathan Frazer – Will Mysterio’s reign continue, or will Frazer pull off a supernatural upset?
• WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion Chelsea Green & Piper Niven vs. Thea Hail & Jacy Jayne – A tag team clash that’s bound to send shivers down your spine.
• NXT Women’s Breakout Tournament Finals: Kelani Jordan vs. Lola Vice – Two emerging stars collide in a battle for supremacy.
• Tables, Ladders, and Scares: Angel & Humberto vs. The Creed Brothers – Expect high-flying action and bone-chilling stunts.
• Bron Breakker vs. Mr. Stone – Will Breakker smash through the stone wall in his path?
• Tiffany Stratton vs. Fallon Henley – A clash of fierce female competitors ready to unleash havoc.

WWE NXT (10/31/2023) Results:

Vic Joseph and Booker T are your commentators. Ecto1 pulls up at the Performance Center with Shotzi and Scarlett dressed as Ghostbusters. They illegally park in the Sports Entertainment’s riskiest parking area.

We also have a recap of last week’s show and another performance from New Year’s Day.

Julius Creed and Brutus Creed (with Ivy Nile) vs Angel Garza and Humberto Carrillo in a Tables, Ladders, and Scares Match

Death Valley Driver on Angel, causing both Carrillo and Garza to crash through the table. However, Angel swung the momentum back in their favor with a chair shot to Julius’s back. Carrillo then struck Brutus with an enzuigiri, bringing him down.

In a creative move, Garza and Carrillo set up a ladder bridge using chairs and another ladder. But Julius quickly regained control and trapped Garza and Carrillo beneath a ladder. Adding to the chaos, Brutus slammed yet another ladder on top of the existing setup.

The Creeds, sensing the excitement in the crowd, introduced more tables at ringside. Garza forcefully hurled Brutus into the ringpost, intensifying their brawl. Garza and Carrillo took their battle with Julius to the top rope, eventually delivering a Super Press Slam that sent Julius crashing through the ladder bridge. Meanwhile, Garza locked Brutus in a Gory Special hold, and while in that hold, Carrillo executed a Blockbuster move that sent Brutus through the tables at ringside. The show then transitioned to a picture-in-picture format.

Humberto unleashed a flurry of chair shots on Brutus. Angel followed up with a missile dropkick to Brutus, who was seated in a chair, narrowly missing a pinfall. Julius countered Humberto’s attempted sunset flip with a forearm strike, but Humberto turned it into a sunset flip powerbomb onto a ladder for another close near fall.

Brutus retaliated by ruthlessly smacking Humberto and Angel in the midsection with a chair multiple times. He then grabbed a ladder and prepared for his signature move, the Funk Whirlybird, connecting with both Angel and Humberto. Brutus proceeded with a baseball slide into a ladder propped up on the apron by Angel and Humberto. He then placed the ladder on his head once more, only for Angel and Humberto to strike the ladder with chairs.

Julius, seizing an opportunity, executed a swanton dive onto Angel and Humberto outside the ring while they continued to choke Brutus with the ladder. The Creeds brought more tables into the ring and set them up. Julius delivered a kick and a forearm to Humberto, positioning him on his shoulders in front of a table. However, Angel intervened by stopping Brutus on the turnbuckles. Brutus fought back with a forearm to send Angel tumbling off the turnbuckles and crashing through a table on the floor. Finally, Brutus sealed the victory with his signature move, the Brutus Ball, driving Humberto through a table for the decisive three-count.

Winners: Julius Creed and Brutus Creed

Turning to the Ouija Board, Shotzi inquires if there is a ghostly host to guide the living through another eerie Halloween Havoc. An ethereal hand emerges, revealing Isla Dawn and Alba Fyre. Isla informs Shotzi that there’s a disturbance in the supernatural realm that demands their attention. She then asks if they can take charge, to which Alba confidently responds that they’ve got it under control.

Isla emphasizes that it’s Halloween night, and their spectral duo will reign supreme. Alba chimes in, declaring their intent to unleash chaos upon everyone.

Next, we find Tiffany Stratton with McKenzi, who inquires about Fallon’s imitation. Tiffany abruptly leaves in frustration.

The broadcast then cuts to a commercial break.

Tiffany Stratton vs. Fallon Henley

Tiffany launches a surprise attack on Fallon from behind in the aisle, forcefully driving her into the ringside barrier and the ring post. Tiffany continues her assault by running Fallon headfirst into the ring post and then applying a punishing figure-four leg lock around the post.

Officials rush out to intervene and separate the feuding competitors, trying to restore order and prevent further harm.

Our journey takes us to Spookyville, where the members of MetaFour are decked out in costumes resembling Scooby Doo and the Mystery Inc. gang. Oro, puzzled about how to gain entry, finds that the gates mysteriously open for them.

The brave group finally arrives at the ominous haunted house.

Lash voices skepticism, suggesting that Tozawa is probably not even there, as he’s likely with Alpha Academy. Noam turns to Jakara and inquires if she understands Japanese, sensing that the conversation they just overheard might not be promising.

As they cautiously enter the eerie building, Oro and Noam emphasize the importance of staying together. Inside, they encounter a skeleton, and the group instinctively splits up.

The suspenseful scene concludes as the broadcast heads into a commercial break.

Dominik Mysterio (with Rhea Ripley) vs. Nathan Frazer for the North American Championship

They engage in a lock-up, skillfully maneuvering on the mat while maintaining their collar-and-elbow hold. Frazer secures a side headlock, but Dom counters with a well-executed hip toss. After they lock up again, Dom drives Frazer into the corner and takes advantage of the break to deliver a punch.

Dom follows up with an Irish whip, but Frazer skillfully floats over and evades Dom’s attacks, executing a series of arm drags. He then adds a hip toss and a precise dropkick that sends Dom sprawling out of the ring. Frazer takes a seat inside the ring, patiently waiting for Dom to re-enter. In a burst of agility, Frazer flips over Dom in the corner and avoids his opponent, capping off the sequence with a flying shoulder tackle that sends Dom tumbling out of the ring once more.

As they continue their match, Dom gains the upper hand with a series of well-placed kicks upon their return to the ring. He follows up with an Irish whip, causing Frazer to rebound off the turnbuckles, but Dom is only able to secure a near fall on his opponent. Dom then applies a reverse chin lock, attempting to wear down Frazer.

Frazer, however, fights back with a barrage of punches, forcing Dom to retreat to the apron. Dom takes advantage of the situation and drops Frazer on the top rope before delivering a slingshot senton for another close near fall. Dom returns to the reverse chin lock to maintain control.

Frazer doesn’t back down, battling back with elbows to Dom’s midsection. Dom resorts to a hair-pull to send Frazer crashing to the mat. Dom then reverts to the reverse chin lock once more. Frazer manages to counter Dom’s attempt at a third suplex and executes one of his own, showcasing his resilience.

Seizing the momentum, Frazer delivers punches and a chop to Dom. Dom responds by slapping Frazer in an attempt to regain dominance in the match.

Frazer gains momentum with a double-leg takedown, followed by a flurry of punches and a running chop in the corner. Dom manages to counter with an enzuigiri, but Frazer retaliates with an enzuigiri of his own. Frazer then executes a springboard moonsault into a reverse DDT, securing a near fall in the process.

Dom finds himself on the apron and uses it to his advantage, dropping Frazer onto the top rope. Frazer responds by delivering a baseball slide, sending Dom to the floor. He attempts a suicide dive, but with quick reflexes, Frazer lands on his feet when he notices Dom moving. Dom seizes the opportunity and strikes Frazer from behind as Rhea Ripley distracts him. Frazer rebounds and successfully hits a suicide dive.

Frazer climbs the turnbuckles for a Phoenix Splash, but Dom manages to move out of the way, causing Frazer to land on his feet and roll through. Dom capitalizes with a kick to the midsection and Frazer heads to the turnbuckles, where he stops Dom and executes a superplex, followed by a swinging suplex for a close near fall. Rhea attempts to pass Dom her belt, but he misses it, leading to a roll-up by Frazer for another near fall.

Dom bounces back, dropkicking Frazer into the ropes. However, Frazer breaks free and lands a superkick. Frazer heads to the top turnbuckle, but Dom pushes him off, sending Frazer crashing into the announce table. Dom then sends Frazer back into the ring and ascends the turnbuckles for a frog splash, which he successfully executes, securing the three-count.

Winner: Dominik Mysterio (retains championship)

Following the match, Wes Lee takes matters into his own hands by delivering a superkick and a series of clotheslines to Dom. He picks up the North American Title belt as Dom retreats to the outside.

In the backstage area, Andre Chase and Jacy Jayne share a moment. Jacy congratulates Andre on his championship win and suggests that they have each other’s backs. She emphasizes the idea that they can scratch each other’s backs in their partnership.

Duke and Thea join the conversation, with Duke mentioning that he hasn’t paid for a meal all week. They express their confidence that when Thea and Jacy win tonight, they’ll become “Champ University.” However, Andre reminds them that they should aim to win the title through fair means.

Tony and Channing then make their entrance, stating that they are owed a rematch. Duke echoes the sentiment, but Andre assures them that he will handle the situation.

Isla and Alba make an unexpected appearance, warning Jacy and Thea about the curse that befalls those who hold the titles.

The broadcast then goes to a commercial break.

In the eerie Haunted House, Jakara tries to muster up the courage to face whatever may come her way. Suddenly, a mysterious hand emerges from a closet, startling her into a frenzied escape. She rushes into the darkness, only to be confronted by something spine-chilling, causing her to faint.

Oro, concerned about Jakara’s whereabouts, begins searching for her but unexpectedly bumps into some individuals. He proceeds with caution down a dimly lit hallway, accidentally hitting someone with his sandwich. Oro’s journey leads him to encounter Tozawa, who wastes no time in delivering a punch to Oro. Tozawa instructs his assistants to escort Oro away.

Meanwhile, Lash believes she’s found the coveted trophy, but upon closer inspection, realizes it’s a different one. She retaliates by giving Pumpkinhead a powerful back elbow and striking him with a cookie sheet. However, a larger Pumpkinhead figure intervenes, taking Lash into its grasp, leaving her fate uncertain.

Bron Breakker versus Robert Stone

In the match, Bron initially backs Stone into the corner, but Stone manages to escape. Bron then forcefully sends Stone into the corner, but Stone fights back with punches. Stone rolls out of the ring, and Bron follows. Stone dodges Bron momentarily, but Bron regains control with a running clothesline and a powerful biel throw.

Stone retaliates by slapping Bron and manages to secure a near fall with a roll-up. However, Bron counters with an exploder suplex and pulls Stone into the corner. Bron confidently declares that it’s over and sets up for a spear, which he delivers successfully for the three-count, declaring himself the winner.

After the match, Bron drags Stone out of the ring and separates the ring steps. He positions Stone near the bottom half of the ring steps. As Bron lifts the steps, Von Wagner’s music hits, and Von makes his entrance. Von immediately punches Bron and takes the fight into the ring. Von ultimately clotheslines Bron over the top rope and onto the floor, then executes a brutal choke slam onto the ring steps.

Von attempts to pick up the steps once more, but Bron manages to escape. Security personnel rush out to finally intervene and restrain Von, allowing Bron to make his way backstage.

The broadcast then transitions to Carmelo Hayes in the locker room, preparing for his upcoming match. Subsequently, a retrospective look at Lyra Valkyria’s NXT Women’s Championship victory over Becky Lynch is shown. The footage includes a moment where Becky expressed her pride in Lyra after the match.

It’s revealed that Lyra will appear on next week’s episode of NXT, and the broadcast goes to a commercial break.

Jacy Jayne and Thea Hail (with Duke Hudson and Andre Chase) vs Piper Niven and Chelsea Green for the Women’s Tag Team Championship

The action spills to the outside, with Jacy sending Green crashing into the apron. They eventually make their way back into the ring as the referee signals the start of the match. Jacy and Thea work together to send Piper into the ring steps, taking advantage of their numbers.

Jacy goes for a quick roll-up, but it results in a near fall. She follows up with an Irish whip, a running hip thrust into the corner, and a snapmare, culminating in a back heel kick. Thea tags in and executes an elbow strike and a series of arm drags. Thea finds herself on the apron and deftly avoids a punch, performing a cartwheel on the ropes. Chelsea Green takes advantage by sending Thea to the floor. However, Green misses a dive, giving Piper Niven an opening.

Piper hoists Thea up, and Jacy seizes the opportunity to perform a cannonball off the apron, crashing into Piper. Jacy tags in, and together, they execute a double suplex on Piper, resulting in a near fall.

Thea returns to action and, with Piper holding her, Piper delivers a back senton for another close near fall. Piper follows it up with an Irish whip and an elbow drop, garnering yet another near fall. Piper then applies a cobra clutch to Thea.

Thea attempts a crucifix bomb, but Piper blocks it with a headbutt. Chelsea Green tags in and begins choking Thea in the corner. Piper tags back in, and the match continues to unfold.

In the midst of the intense tag team contest, Piper Niven catches Thea with a cross body and follows it up with a shoulder breaker. However, Piper misses a cannonball into the corner when Thea manages to evade the move. Seizing the opportunity, Thea goes for a kimura submission, but Piper attempts another shoulder breaker. Thea counters Piper’s move with a DDT, creating an opening in the match.

Chelsea Green tags in and prevents Thea from making the much-needed tag to her partner. Thea manages to dodge an elbow drop, and Jacy Jayne tags in. Jacy takes control with a flurry of clotheslines and chops to Green. She then sends Piper crashing into Green, setting up for a superkick to Piper. Jacy proceeds with a cannonball onto Green for a near fall.

Jacy avoids Chelsea Green’s UnprettiHER finisher and counters with a neckbreaker, nearly securing the victory. However, Piper gets Thea on her shoulders and delivers a gourdbuster, turning the tide in her team’s favor. Both Jacy and Green miss with superkick attempts, resulting in a simultaneous exchange of kicks and knees, leaving all competitors down.

Duke Hudson gets on the apron, and Jacy goes for the title belt, but Andre Chase intervenes, taking the belt away from Jacy and reminding her that she already has it. Chelsea Green seizes the moment and hits her UnprettiHER finisher for the three-count, securing the victory and retaining the championships.

Winners: Chelsea Green and Piper Niven (retain championships)

Following their championship victory, Chelsea Green and Piper Niven notice the presence of Alba and Isla on the HBalKony. The mysterious wheel spins once again, hinting at more unpredictable events to come.

Later in the broadcast, Lexis King takes a seat on his throne for an interview with McKenzie. He points out that this is his first interview and expresses satisfaction with his performance. He confidently acknowledges that people have their opinions about him but asserts that he is used to it because he considers himself a star. Lexis emphasizes that this is his life, and he will do things his way. He cryptically hints at his future plans and actions, leaving the audience curious about what he has in store.

McKenzie presses Lexis for more details, and he simply responds with the promise that everyone will find out in due time, hinting at potential surprises or revelations on the horizon.

Kelani Jordan versus Lola Vice (with Elektra Lopez) in the Finals of the Women’s Breakout Tournament

In the match between Jordan and Lola, the action starts with Jordan attempting a waist lock, but Lola manages to hold onto the ropes. Lola takes control with a side headlock, but Jordan counters with a float-over into a backslide for a near fall. There’s a series of roll-up attempts by Jordan, each resulting in near falls.

Jordan executes a Tiger Feint arm drag, but Lola avoids a dropkick and sends Jordan into the turnbuckles, following up with a running hip attack. Jordan rolls to the outside, and Lola starts dishing out punishment, slamming Jordan into the apron a few times. Both competitors eventually make their way back into the ring.

Lola focuses on Jordan’s legs, using snap mares to send her legs into the ropes multiple times. Lola even attempts a Calf Crusher, but Jordan fights back with punches and locks in a side headlock. Lola breaks free and chokes Jordan in the corner, continuing to target her legs with single-leg takedowns and step-over toe holds.

Jordan manages to kick Lola and nearly secures a win with an inside cradle. Jordan executes a step-over spinning heel kick and follows it up with running forearms and a cartwheel back elbow. She then lands a flip leg drop for a near fall. Lola avoids Jordan’s Playmaker attempt and counters with a kick to the midsection, ultimately finishing the match with a spinning back heel kick for the three-count.

Winner: Lola Vice

The broadcast then shifts back to the House of Horrors, where Noam Dar discovers the trophy and licks it to confirm its authenticity. Noam seems surprised and states that such an event will never happen again. He offers to pay the individuals involved double the amount Tozawa is paying them, but Tozawa reclaims the trophy, ending the segment.

Tozawa, having secured the trophy, expresses his desire for a match. Noam Dar, feeling intimidated and fearful of the evil individuals, agrees to grant Tozawa the match next week, as long as Tozawa ensures that harm won’t come to him.

Tozawa accepts Dar’s conditions and assures him that they will indeed meet in the ring next week. Before leaving, Tozawa instructs the mysterious figures to finish off Dar, setting the stage for an intriguing showdown in the future.

As the broadcast returns, Isla Dawn shares that the spirits are once again filled with joy. She adds that they have successfully maintained the balance in their universe. Alba Fyre chimes in, questioning what more they could possibly ask for in their supernatural realm.

In a different setting, Von Wagner has a conversation with Stone about his desire to face Bron Breakker next week. Despite Bron’s victory tonight, Von is determined to have a match against him. However, Stone insists that Von isn’t prepared to step back into the ring just yet. Von, unaffected by Stone’s concerns, emphasizes that he doesn’t care and insists it’s time to settle their unfinished business. Despite suffering from a headache, Von urges Stone to make the match happen.

In terms of upcoming events on NXT, next week’s lineup includes a Heritage Cup match between Noam Dar and Akira Tozawa, as well as an appearance by Lyra Valkyria. Additionally, qualifying matches for the Iron Survivor Challenge are set to commence next week, promising an action-packed episode.

Ilja Dragunov vs. Carmelo Hayes for the NXT Men’s Championship

In the match between Ilja and Hayes, the action intensifies as Ilja blocks a superkick from Hayes. Ilja seizes the moment, catching Hayes mid-air on a dropkick attempt. However, Hayes responds with a quick enzuigiri to regain momentum.

Ilja retaliates with a jumping knee strike followed by a powerful German suplex. Hayes counters with a kick and narrowly avoids Ilja’s enzuigiri. Hayes then fires back with a German suplex of his own.

The two competitors engage in a fierce exchange, with Hayes delivering elbows and Ilja responding with forearm strikes. The battle reaches a peak as both men simultaneously slap each other, followed by both executing thrust kicks that send them both crashing to the mat. The match remains highly competitive and evenly matched.

In a hard-fought contest between Ilja Dragunov and Carmelo Hayes, the action reaches a fevered pitch. Ilja unleashes a barrage of forearms and chops, following them up with a powerful elbow strike to the back of Hayes’ head. Hayes fights back with a forearm of his own, but Ilja responds with a boot to the head, followed by another kick to the head.

Ilja continues his offensive assault with a running knee to Hayes’ head, but Hayes retaliates with a chop. Ilja responds with a running boot to Hayes, who’s draped against the ropes. European uppercuts and forearms fly from Ilja, with Hayes answering back with his own strikes.

Ilja attempts a back fist but misses, allowing Hayes to dodge a kick. Ilja counters with a back fist of his own, followed by an enzuigiri to the back of Hayes’ head and a German suplex. Ilja maintains his waist lock, hitting another German suplex, and attempts a third, but Hayes counters with a back elbow.

Hayes aims for a springboard DDT, but Ilja is too far away. Ilja delivers a clothesline and a powerbomb, securing a near fall. The back-and-forth battle continues as Hayes lands a superkick and a bicycle kick, but Ilja counters with another clothesline for a near fall.

Ilja and Hayes exchange knees to the head and forearms, showing their determination. Hayes blocks the Konstantin Special and attempts La Mistica for a near fall. Hayes climbs the turnbuckles, but Ilja stops him and snap mares him to the mat. Hayes retaliates with a slingshot DDT on Ilja, and the referee checks on Ilja’s condition. Hayes follows up with a frog splash but only gets a near fall.

Hayes delivers a forearm, prompting Ilja to fire back with more forearms. Ilja proceeds with a clothesline and a back senton, followed by a uranage for another near fall. Ilja slaps Hayes, who retaliates with a bicycle kick. Ilja counters with a boot to the head and another boot to the head.

Ilja executes the H Bomb on Hayes, who manages to block a suplex attempt. Hayes goes for a suplex but Ilja escapes, delivering a chop to the back of the neck. Ilja sets up for the Konstantin Special, but Hayes kicks him into the ropes. Hayes attempts a slingshot DDT onto the apron, but Ilja reverses and hits a Death Valley Driver, sending both competitors crashing to the floor.

Ilja removes the hood from the announce table and demolishes the broadcast team’s candy. He chops Hayes onto the announce table and then throws away Booker T’s chair, pulling off his headset in the process. Ilja proceeds to send Hayes crashing through the table with an H Bomb, holding his elbow afterward. Ilja then sends Hayes back into the ring, delivers a boot to the head, and follows it up with a forearm that drops Hayes to the mat.

Ilja ascends the turnbuckles for a coast-to-coast, but Hayes attempts to counter with a Codebreaker. However, Ilja catches Hayes mid-move and sends him into the turnbuckles, then rebounds off the ropes with an H Bomb for a near fall.

Ilja heads back to the top rope, but Hayes stops him with a Codebreaker. Hayes climbs the turnbuckles, preparing for “Nothing But Net,” but just as he’s about to execute the move…

Trick Williams’ music hits, leaving Hayes in shock. Despite the distraction, Ilja manages to land a punch on Hayes, followed by a superplex and the Torpedo Moscow for the three-count.

Winner: Ilja Dragunov (retains championship)

Despite the interference, Ilja Dragunov successfully retains the championship in an intense and grueling match.

As the match concludes, Ilja Dragunov heads backstage, leaving Trick Williams standing at ringside, eyeing the fallen Carmelo Hayes. Trick then makes his way into the ring and approaches Hayes, who looks up at him. Trick proceeds to lift Hayes up, and it appears that he might have something in store.

However, just as this moment unfolds, the broadcast cuts to a surprising scene. Baron Corbin is seen standing over Ilja Dragunov, holding the championship title belt. This unexpected development adds another layer of intrigue to the ongoing storyline.

The broadcast ends with this surprising image, leaving viewers eager to see how these new developments will impact the future of NXT.