The WWE NXT 4 Feb 2025 episode delivered an action-packed night filled with intense matches, shocking twists, and heated confrontations. Live from the NXT Performance Center in Orlando, Florida, the show featured high-stakes battles, backstage drama, and unexpected alliances that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
From Stephanie Vaquer’s hard-fought victory over Jacy Jayne to A-Town Down Under securing a controversial win, every match had its fair share of excitement. Plus, tensions ran high in the women’s division, and Lexis King made a bold statement about the future of the NXT Heritage Cup. Here’s a complete recap of everything that went down on this thrilling night of WWE NXT 4 Feb 2025.
Match Results
1. Stephanie Vaquer vs. Jacy Jayne
Outcome: Stephanie Vaquer defeated Jacy Jayne via pinfall.
Match Highlights:
- Early Dominance: Jacy Jayne asserted control in the initial moments, showcasing her aggressive style.
- Vaquer’s Resilience: After being driven into the turnbuckle, Vaquer retaliated with a dropkick and a Liger-style leg drop, though Jayne kicked out at two.
- Corner Warfare: Vaquer unleashed a series of vicious face washes in the corner, but Jayne regained momentum by countering a slam and driving Vaquer’s head into the mat.
- Decisive Moment: Despite interference attempts by North American Champion Fallon Henley and Jazmyn Nyx, Vaquer maintained her focus. She executed her signature backbreaker finisher on Jayne to secure the victory.
2. Ridge Holland vs. Channing “Stacks” Lorenzo
Outcome: Ridge Holland defeated Stacks Lorenzo via pinfall.
Match Highlights:
- Observant Audience: Shawn Spears, Brooks Jensen, and Niko Vance were spotted watching the match from the balcony, adding intrigue to the bout.
- Distraction Tactics: Izzi Dame attempted to divert Holland’s attention, allowing Stacks to capitalize with a schoolboy pin. However, Holland powered out.
- Finishing Move: Overcoming the distraction, Holland delivered his “Redeemer” finisher to clinch the win.
3. Zaria & Sol Ruca vs. Gigi Dolin & Tatum Paxley
Outcome: Zaria and Sol Ruca triumphed over Gigi Dolin and Tatum Paxley via pinfall.
Match Highlights:
- Dynamic Offense: In the closing moments, Zaria caught Tatum Paxley mid-air and delivered an F5, slamming her onto a fallen Gigi Dolin.
- Final Blow: Sol Ruca capitalized by hitting her “Sol Snatcher” finisher on Dolin, securing the pinfall victory for her team.
4. Karmen Petrovic vs. Kelani Jordan
Outcome: Karmen Petrovic won via decision reversal.
Match Highlights:
- Intense Competition: Kelani Jordan showcased her athleticism with a Spinning Angle Slam followed by two “One of a Kind” Moonsaults.
- Submission Victory: Jordan applied a Crossface Chicken Wing, leading to Petrovic’s submission.
- Post-Match Controversy: Frustrated by Jaida Parker’s commentary, Jordan reapplied the submission hold after the match concluded. This unsportsmanlike conduct prompted the referee to reverse the decision, awarding the win to Petrovic.
5. A-Town Down Under (Austin Theory & Grayson Waller) vs. Oba Femi & Trick Williams
Outcome: A-Town Down Under emerged victorious via pinfall.
Match Highlights:
- Team Discord: Oba Femi and Trick Williams displayed evident tension, frequently arguing and appearing out of sync.
- Opponents’ Strategy: Theory and Waller exploited this discord, isolating Williams and preventing effective teamwork.
- Interference and Conclusion: Eddy Thorpe intervened, striking Williams with a strap while the referee was distracted. Waller seized the opportunity, executing the Rolling Thunder Facebuster on Williams to secure the pinfall.
Segment Highlights
Backstage Confrontations
- Women’s Locker Room Tension: Lash Legend and Jakara Jackson engaged in a heated argument with Zaria and Sol Ruca. The situation escalated when Shotzi, Tatum Paxley, and Gigi Dolin appeared, challenging Zaria and Sol Ruca to step up.
- Oba Femi’s Declaration: In an interview with Sarah Schreiber, Oba Femi asserted his dominance, stating that while General Manager Ava makes the matches, he controls the in-ring action. He dismissed any obligation to Trick Williams and expressed his intent to prove that A-Town Down Under doesn’t belong in the ring with him.
In-Ring Segments
- Lexis King’s Proclamation: The NXT Heritage Cup Champion, Lexis King, addressed the audience, declaring his independence from conventional advice and mocking Brian Lee as a failure. He announced significant changes to the Heritage Cup’s rules, eliminating the traditional round system, time limits, and cornermen in favor of a straightforward “one fall, winner take all” format. The segment took an unexpected turn when JDC, formerly known as Fandango, interrupted, challenging King for the title in the upcoming week.
- Women’s Championship Summit: In a heated in-ring confrontation, Bayley, Roxanne Perez, and Giulia exchanged verbal barbs. Roxanne highlighted her record-breaking performance in the Women’s Royal Rumble and criticized Bayley for eyeing the NXT Women’s Championship. Giulia dismissed Roxanne’s worth without a title and challenged Bayley. The tension escalated further when Charlotte Flair made a surprise appearance, asserting her dominance and connection to NXT. The segment culminated in chaos as Cora Jade ambushed Bayley and Giulia with a shinai, with Roxanne narrowly escaping the attack.
Additional Backstage Developments
- Match Announcements: General Manager Ava, alongside “All Ego” Ethan Page and Je’Von Evans, surrounded by security, announced that Je’Von Evans would face Ethan Page in a match, provided Evans is medically cleared.
- Tag Team Challenges: Josh Briggs and Yoshiki Inamura confronted Nathan Frazer and Axiom, leading to the setup of a triple threat tag team match for the following week.
- Stephanie Vaquer’s Warning: In the NXT parking lot, Stephanie Vaquer declared her intention to pursue the Women’s North American Championship, ominously stating that nobody would help Fallon Henley when they meet.
- Bayley’s Demand: Backstage, Bayley requested a one-on-one match against Cora Jade from General Manager Ava, who granted the match for the next week’s NXT episode.
- A-Town Down Under’s Confidence: In a backstage interview, Austin Theory and Grayson Waller expressed their dominance, with Waller declaring his intent to become the NXT Champion, leading to a tense exchange between the two.
Closing Remarks
The February 4, 2025, episode of WWE NXT was a rollercoaster of emotions, featuring intense matches, unexpected alliances, and escalating rivalries. As the road to Vengeance Day continues, the NXT universe is left eagerly anticipating the unfolding drama and confrontations in the weeks to come.