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NXT Stock Report For Jan. 1 Episode

Stock Report For Jan. 1 Episode

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NXT kicked off 2015 with some dramatic action. The latest episode featured a tag team rematch from Takeover: R Evolution, as well as another development in the feud between two heavyweights. The biggest surprise, though, was a historic upset in the divas division. Whose stock was affected following the Jan. 1 episode of NXT?

Carmella - Even

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Carmella - Even

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Carmella suffered one of the most humiliating defeats in NXT history, as she was pinned by the unheralded competitor simply known as “Blue Pants.” Her run as a face has failed, as the NXT audience has not gotten behind her, despite her pairing with the incredibly popular duo of Enzo Amore and Colin Cassady. Carmella may have a chance to soon turn around her fortunes, though, as she appears to be turning into a villain, which may suit her better.

Tye Dillinger, Jason Jordan - Down

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Tye Dillinger, Jason Jordan - Down

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The sparingly-used tag team once again tasted defeat, as they were knocked off by the NXT Tag Team Champions, the Lucha Dragons. Although there’s no shame in losing to the champs, Dillinger and Jordan just cannot seem to find their niche together, and they have been surpassed by several upstart tandems in recent weeks. Both men may be well served to try their luck in singles competition.

Baron Corbin - Even

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Baron Corbin - Even

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Corbin has been a silent destroyer over the past few months, making short work of all of his opponents. CJ Parker again fell victim to Corbin in a matter of seconds, but following the contest, Corbin broke his silence to challenge fellow heavyweight Bull Dempsey. Although he seemed to lose some luster when he took the mic, Corbin will soon finally have a chance to compete in a meaningful contest.

Hideo Itami - Up

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Hideo Itami - Up

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Itami has struggled to make the transition to the North American style of wrestling in NXT, and he has been underwhelming in his first few months with the company. He may finally be turning a corner, though, as he looked more impressive in his most recent tag team victory over The Ascension. He still has work to do, but Itami is slowly becoming more comfortable.

Blue Pants - Up

Blue Pants
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Blue Pants - Up

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Blue Pants, whose real name is Leva Bates, scored perhaps the biggest upset victory in wrestling since the 123 Kid defeated Razor Ramon in 1993. In her first two NXT appearances, Blue Pants was used as a jobber to make Carmella look good. After receiving an incredible ovation from the NXT audience, though, Blue Pants finally knocked off Carmella. This bodes extremely well for Bates, who has been competing without an NXT contract.

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