A Landmark Night at Halloween Havoc Redefines NXT
What a night! The spookiest event on the WWE NXT calendar, Halloween Havoc 2023, delivered more than just tricks and treats—it delivered a seismic shift in the brand’s power structure. By the time the final bell tolled, the landscape of NXT was completely redrawn. For fans tuning in worldwide, it was a night of shock, celebration, and the coronation of new royalty. The results of WWE NXT Halloween Havoc will be remembered for years to come, as three new champions were crowned.
Let’s break down all the championship chaos.
Lyra Valkyria Dethrones Becky Lynch for the NXT Women’s Championship
The biggest story of the night was the epic clash for the NXT Women’s Championship. Global superstar and “The Man” Becky Lynch brought an unprecedented level of prestige to the title, but in Lyra Valkyria, she faced a warrior hungry to carve out her own legacy.
The match was a brutal, back-and-forth war that had the NXT Universe on the edge of their seats. For every Manhandle Slam attempt, Valkyria had a counter. For every Dis-Arm-Her, Valkyria found a way to escape. In a moment that sent shockwaves through the entire WWE, Lyra Valkyria hit her devastating top-rope splash to pin Becky Lynch clean in the middle of the ring.
The crowd erupted. A new NXT Women’s Champion was crowned in a true passing of the torch. Valkyria’s emotional celebration capped off a herculean effort, proving she is ready to lead the most competitive women’s division in wrestling.
Chase U Captures the NXT Tag Team Championships
If Valkyria’s win was a shock, Chase University’s victory was pure, unadulterated joy. For years, Andre Chase, Duke Hudson, and Thea Hail have been the beloved underdogs of NXT, coming close to gold but always falling short. At Halloween Havoc, that all changed.
Facing the tough-as-nails D’Angelo Family for the NXT Tag Team Championships, Chase U put on the performance of their lives. The match was a chaotic masterpiece, with Thea Hail providing a crucial distraction at ringside. In a triumphant climax, Chase and Hudson isolated Tony D’Angelo and secured the pinfall.
The sound in the arena was deafening. It was a victory for perseverance and a moment that felt truly earned. Andre Chase finally has a “teachable moment” that ends with championship gold.
Lola Vice Crowned Winner of the NXT Women’s Breakout Tournament
While she may not hold a traditional title belt just yet, Lola Vice was the third competitor to be crowned a champion of sorts. By defeating the athletic Kelani Jordan in the finals, Vice won the NXT Women’s Breakout Tournament.
Her prize? A contract that guarantees her a championship match of her choosing, anytime, anywhere. Throughout the tournament, the former Bellator MMA fighter showcased a brand of unrelenting aggression and raw power that sets her apart.
Lola Vice now holds the most dangerous weapon in NXT—a guaranteed shot at the top. She is a champion-in-waiting, and the entire women’s locker room, including new champion Lyra Valkyria, has been put on notice.
A New Era for NXT
The results from WWE NXT Halloween Havoc created more than just headlines; they marked new beginnings. With new champions leading the Women’s and Tag Team divisions and a new apex predator waiting in the wings, the future of NXT is more exciting and unpredictable than ever.
