WWE NXT Results: August 19, 2025 – Je’Von Evans Becomes No. 1 Contender, Chaos in Philadelphia

WWE NXT rolled into The Met in Philadelphia on Tuesday night for a show that blended high-stakes matches, personal rivalries, and chaotic brawls on the road to Heatwave. With the NXT Championship picture shifting and alliances breaking down, the NXT brand delivered a night fans won’t soon forget.

Josh Briggs Wins Brutal Philadelphia Street Fight

The night opened with an all-out war as Josh Briggs battled Yoshiki Inamura in a Philadelphia Street Fight. Weapons, tables, and pure grit defined the contest, with Briggs ultimately sealing the victory after connecting with a breathtaking moonsault through a table. The win solidified Briggs as one of NXT’s most dangerous heavyweights.

Ricky Saints Outlasts Jasper Troy

In singles action, Ricky Saints overcame Jasper Troy in a hard-fought bout. Despite Troy’s power advantage, Saints relied on speed and resilience, finishing strong with back-to-back tornado DDTs to score the pinfall.

Fatal Influence Prevails in Six-Woman Tag Team Match

With Masha Slamovich serving as a special guest referee, Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley & Jazmyn Nyx) clashed with The Elegance Brand. The chaotic contest saw Slamovich’s officiating draw controversy, ultimately leading to Fatal Influence securing the win. The fallout continued post-match, as frustrations mounted between both factions.

Je’Von Evans Earns NXT Championship Opportunity

In the night’s main event, Je’Von Evans faced Trick Williams in a No. 1 Contender’s Match for the NXT Championship. The high-energy battle had the Philadelphia crowd on its feet, but Evans pulled out the biggest win of his NXT career. With the victory, Evans now advances to challenge Oba Femi for the NXT Championship at Heatwave.

Jordynne Grace and Blake Monroe Face Off

The Heatwave card got even more heated with a tense confrontation between Jordynne Grace and Blake Monroe. Grace tore through security to get her hands on Monroe, only for Monroe to unveil a contract stipulating that if Grace attacked her before Heatwave, she would forfeit their upcoming match. The Philadelphia crowd erupted as the two rivals came face-to-face, setting the stage for one of Heatwave’s most anticipated showdowns.

Mixed Tag Match Announced for Heatwave

Later in the night, it was revealed that Ethan Page & Chelsea Green will team up against Tavion Heights & Tyra Mae Steele at Heatwave, adding another layer of intrigue to the upcoming event.

Final Takeaway

From Josh Briggs’ punishing street fight victory to Je’Von Evans punching his ticket to a championship showdown, this week’s NXT showcased the perfect mix of hard-hitting action and storyline development. With Heatwave quickly approaching, the stakes have never been higher, and NXT continues to prove why it’s the proving ground for WWE’s next generation of stars.