TV season
2012-06-20
It's the dawning of a new era in NXT as the gold and black brand finds a home at Full Sail University, crowns its first champion, and kicks off the WWE careers of Seth Rollins, Cesaro, Roman Reigns, and more.
Episode 1
2012-06-20 • 44 min
The dream of NXT is realized when Dusty Rhodes is named the brand's Interim General Manager. In the main event, Tyson Kidd goes one-on-one with Michael McGillicutty. Plus, Damien Sandow chooses not to participate in what he feels is beneath him, Bo Dallas makes his debut in a match against Rick Victor, and much more!
Episode 2
2012-06-27 • 45 min
On this edition of NXT, Seth Rollins looks to prove that the future is now when he takes to the ring to go one-on-one with Jiro. With the beautiful Aksana in his corner, Antonio Cesaro prepares for action against Dante Dash. Plus, Johnny Curtis faces Derrick Bateman in the main event, Leo Kruger battles Aiden English, and more!
Episode 3
2012-07-04 • 43 min
After trying to make an example out of Seth Rollins, Hunico and Camacho partner with Michael McGillicutty to take on Rollins, Tyson Kidd, and Bo Dallas in a Six-Man Tag Team Match main event. Plus, Kassius Ohno clashes with Mike Dalton in singles action, Derrick Bateman goes one-on-one with Jinder Mahal, and much more!
Episode 4
2012-07-11 • 42 min
The world of NXT gets a lot stranger when Bray Wyatt arrives to go one-on-one with Aiden English. Tyson Kidd takes to the ring to battle Camacho in an incredible contest. Plus, The Usos take on The Prime Time Players in the main event, a brawl breaks out between Leo Kruger and Richie Steamboat, and much more!
Episode 5
2012-07-18 • 44 min
Two former Nexus members clash in the main event, as Heath Slater takes to the ring to go one-on-one with former ally, Justin Gabriel. The recent problems between Leo Kruger and Richie Steamboat lead to in-ring confrontation. Plus, Raquel Diaz makes her NXT debut, Jinder Mahal takes on 'Showtime' Percy Watson, and more!
Episode 6
2012-07-25 • 47 min
WWE's Drew McIntyre travels to NXT to go one-on-one with the incomparable Seth Rollins in the main event. Bo Dallas partners with Derrick Bateman to take on Johnny Curtis and Michael McGillicutty in a Tag Team Match. Plus, Kassius Ohno vows to bring an element of danger to NXT, Sofia Cortez battles Natalya, and more!
Episode 7
2012-08-01 • 47 min
In an effort to give the Superstars of NXT something to dream for, Interim General Manager Dusty Rhodes announces that Seth Rollins, Bo Dallas, Leo Kruger, and many more will compete in a Gold Rush Tournament to crown the first ever NXT Champion. Plus, Big E Langston arrives, Raquel Diaz takes on Audrey Marie, and more!
Episode 8
2012-08-08 • 48 min
The allure of gold and glory leads Bo Dallas, Justin Gabriel, and more to perform to the best of their abilities in the Gold Rush Tournament to crown the first ever NXT Champion. Plus, Kassius Ohno meets CJ Parker in singles action, Paige teams with Tamina Snuka to take on Caylee Turner and Kaitlyn, and more!
Episode 9
2012-08-15 • 50 min
On this edition of NXT, the Semi-Finals of the Gold Rush Tournament to crown the first ever NXT Champion sees Seth Rollins, Richie Steamboat, and more continue their quest for gold and glory. Plus, The Usos take on The Ascension in a Tag Team Match, Heath Slater issues an open challenge, and more!
Episode 10
2012-08-22 • 46 min
As the conclusion of the Gold Rush Tournament draws near, Seth Rollins and Jinder Mahal meet for a face-to-face confrontation before their upcoming battle for the NXT Championship. In the main event, Michael McGillicutty and Johnny Curtis take on Justin Gabriel and Tyson Kidd. Plus, Antonio Cesaro, Sofia Cortez, and more in action!
Episode 11
2012-08-29 • 42 min
With Seth Rollins and Jinder Mahal set to battle to become the first ever NXT Champion in an unforgettable main event, the WWE Universe gathers to witness how history is made. Plus, Big E Langston looks to continue his success in singles competition, The Usos call out The Ascension for some unfinished business, and more!
Episode 12
2012-09-05 • 53 min
Following his recent victory to become the first ever NXT Champion, Seth Rollins kicks off his title reign by joining Jim Ross for an interview about what's in store for the future. Kassius Ohno shows everyone how dangerous he can be in a match against Richie Steamboat. Plus, Leo Kruger in action, Paige faces Audrey Marie, and more!
Episode 13
2012-09-12 • 47 min
On this edition of NXT, Tyson Kidd takes to the ring to go one-on-one with Michael McGillicutty in the main event. Rick Victor makes his intentions to challenge Seth Rollins for the NXT Championship known. Plus, Big E Langston in action, Damien Sandow takes on Garrett Dylan, and much more!
Episode 14
2012-09-19 • 48 min
In an effort to prove that he's worthy of a championship opportunity, Rick Victor takes to the ring to go one-on-one with NXT Champion Seth Rollins in a non-title main event. Kassius Ohno continues to show how dangerous he can be by hosting a Sparring Session. Plus, Johnny Curtis in action, Paige battles Alicia Fox, and more!
Episode 15
2012-09-26 • 46 min
Richie Steamboat has revenge on his mind when he takes to the ring to face Kassius Ohno in the main event. As a result of their recent physical altercation, Bo Dallas and Michael McGillicutty look to resolve their differences in singles action. Ryback battles Aiden English and Francis Remi Dorian in a Handicap Match. All this and more!
Episode 16
2012-10-03 • 44 min
With his status as Number One Contender earning him a shot at the NXT Championship, Michael McGillicutty takes to the ring to call out the current champion, Seth Rollins. Plus, Tyson Kidd and Justin Gabriel team up to take on The Ascension in the main event, the rivalry between Kassius Ohno and Richie Steamboat continues, and more!
Episode 17
2012-10-10 • 48 min
Before defending the NXT Championship for the first time in a main event battle against Michael McGillicutty, Seth Rollins receives a lesson in respect from WWE Champion CM Punk. Plus, Alicia Fox partners with Kaitlyn to take on Audrey Marie and Paige in a Tag Team Match, Bo Dallas faces Johnny Curtis, and more!
Episode 18
2012-10-17 • 51 min
On this edition of NXT, Richie Steamboat partners with The Usos to take on Kassius Ohno and The Ascension in a huge Six-Man Tag Team Match main event. Plus, Damien Sandow returns to NXT to face off against Brandon Traven in singles action, Alex Riley goes one-on-one with Jinder Mahal, and more!
Episode 19
2012-10-24 • 61 min
Heath Slater takes to the ring to battle NXT Champion Seth Rollins in a non-title main event. Despite not being medically cleared for competition, Richie Steamboat looks to make his presence felt when Kassius Ohno takes on Trent Barreta. Plus, Tyson Kidd takes exception to Antonio Cesaro's patriotism, Paige in action, and more.
Episode 20
2012-10-31 • 48 min
Several Superstars look to stake their claim in the NXT Title picture. Antonio Cesaro defends the United States Championship against Tyson Kidd in the main event. Big E Langston receives a special offer from Vickie Guerrero. Plus, Roman Reigns makes his NXT debut, Leo Kruger faces Xavier Woods, and much more!
Episode 21
2012-11-07 • 47 min
The No. 1 Contender to challenge Seth Rollins for the NXT Championship is decided in a Fatal 4-Way Elimination Match between Justin Gabriel, Bo Dallas, Drew McIntyre, and Jinder Mahal. Bray Wyatt introduces the world to his newest follower, Luke Harper. Plus, Roman Reigns puts everyone on notice, Kassius Ohno battles Trent Barreta, and more.
Episode 22
2012-11-14 • 48 min
On this edition of NXT, Jinder Mahal's opportunity at the NXT Championship is at stake when he battles Bo Dallas in the main event. Aksana's poor judgment leads her to a match against Layla. Plus, Roman Reigns competes in singles action, Yoshi Tatsu and Percy Watson take on The Ascension, and much more!
Episode 23
2012-11-21 • 46 min
When Trent Barreta is found attacked and unable to compete in the main event, NXT Commissioner Dusty Rhodes gives Kassius Ohno an unexpected surprise. Jinder Mahal makes a statement at the expense of NXT Champion Seth Rollins. Plus, Paige in action, Big E looks to settle a score with Camacho, and much more!
Episode 24
2012-11-28 • 45 min
Hellfire and brimstone engulfs this edition of NXT, as Team Hell No puts the WWE Tag Team Championship on the line in a main event battle against Johnny Curtis and Michael McGillicutty. Violence erupts when Jinder Mahal and NXT Champion Seth Rollins meet face-to-face. Plus, Xavier Woods in action, Leo Kruger takes on Trent Barreta, and more!
Episode 25
2012-12-05 • 48 min
On this edition of NXT, Kassius Ohno makes his presence felt when Tyson Kidd takes to the ring to go one-on-one with Leo Kruger in the main event. Axl Keegan makes his NXT debut by taking on Bo Dallas in singles competition. United States Champion Cesaro returns to take on Michael McGillicutty. All this and much more action!
Episode 26
2012-12-12 • 46 min
On this edition of NXT, Seth Rollins' reign as NXT Champion is on the line when he defends his title against Jinder Mahal in the main event. NXT Commissioner Dusty Rhodes looks to put Vickie Guerrero in her place for her recent attempts to undermine his authority. Plus, Bray Wyatt introduces another follower, Paige takes on Sasha Banks, and more!
Episode 27
2012-12-19 • 47 min
On this edition of NXT, Bo Dallas is faced with a large challenge when he faces World Heavyweight Champion Big Show in a non-title main event. Corey Graves sends an emphatic message to NXT Champion Seth Rollins. Plus, Big E Langston competes in a Handicap Match, Kassius Ohno goes one-on-one with Percy Watson, and more!
Episode 28
2012-12-26 • 47 min
As 2012 comes to close, Tony Dawson takes the WWE Universe on a journey through time to witness highlights of all the action and excitement that took place in NXT over the past year. Relive Seth Rollins becoming the first NXT Champion, the debut of Bray Wyatt, and much more on this special edition of NXT!
