NoSo Takeover #17: NXT TakeOver Brooklyn III 2017 Review | Drew McIntyre vs. Bobby Roode, Asuka vs. Ember Moon, Cole Debuts episode artwork

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NoSo Takeover #17: NXT TakeOver Brooklyn III 2017 Review | Drew McIntyre vs. Bobby Roode, Asuka vs. Ember Moon, Cole Debuts

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NoSo Takeover is back with Episode 17 as JT, Aaron and Jenny break down one of the most pivotal nights in NXT history — NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn III from August 19, 2017. From championship showdowns to shocking debuts, Brooklyn once again proves why it’s NXT’s signature battleground. The crew dives deep into the emotional main event as Drew McIntyre challenges Bobby Roode for the NXT Championship, marking Drew’s triumphant return to WWE glory. They also discuss Asuka vs. Ember Moon, a clash that caps off Asuka’s historic undefeated streak and dominant reign as NXT Women’s Champion. Plus, the hosts analyze the unforgettable arrival of Adam Cole, whose shocking debut and alliance with Kyle O’Reilly and Bobby Fish reshaped NXT overnight. Other highlights include Johnny Gargano vs. Andrade “Cien” Almas in a breakout performance, the chaotic Authors of Pain vs. SAnitY Tag Team Championship match, and Aleister Black’s continued rise. JT, Aaron and Jenny cover match quality, storytelling, crowd reactions at Barclays Center, historical significance, and how this TakeOver helped define the next generation of WWE superstars. Whether you’re reliving the glory of peak TakeOver or watching along for the first time, this episode delivers the ultimate retrospective on one of NXT’s most influential events. NoSo Takeover, NXT TakeOver Brooklyn III, NXT TakeOver Brooklyn 2017, Drew McIntyre NXT Championship, Bobby Roode Glorious, Adam Cole debut NXT, Asuka vs Ember Moon, Johnny Gargano Andrade Almas, Aleister Black NXT, Authors of Pain SAnitY, NXT podcast, WWE NXT review, WWE podcast, wrestling podcast, WWE TakeOver Brooklyn, Adam Cole Bay Bay debut, Barclays Center NXT, WWE 2017 review, NXT history, JT Aaron Jenny podcast, NoSo podcast network, WWE retrospective, wrestling review podcast

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