NoSo Takeover #19: NXT TakeOver Philadelphia 2018 Review | Gargano vs. Almas Classic, Cole vs. Black Extreme Rules

NoSo Takeover returns as JT, Aaron and Jenny break down one of the greatest events in NXT history — NXT TakeOver: Philadelphia 2018. The crew dives deep into the unforgettable main event as Johnny Gargano challenges Andrade “Cien” Almas for the NXT Championship in an instant classic that elevated both men and became one of the defining matches of the TakeOver era. From Zelina Vega’s involvement to the emotional near falls and explosive finishing stretch, the hosts analyze why this match still stands among WWE’s modern masterpieces. Plus, JT, Aaron and Jenny cover:• Adam Cole vs. Aleister Black in a brutal and chaotic Extreme Rules match • The emotional fallout of Authors of Pain vs. Undisputed Era for the NXT Tag Team Championships • Ember Moon vs. Shayna Baszler for the NXT Women’s Championship • Velveteen Dream continuing his rise against Kassius Ohno • How TakeOver Philadelphia cemented NXT’s reputation as WWE’s premier in-ring brand The hosts discuss match quality, crowd atmosphere, storytelling, long-term impact, and where this event ranks among the greatest TakeOvers of all time. Was Gargano vs. Almas the best TakeOver match ever? Did Philadelphia represent peak black-and-gold NXT? Tune in as NoSo Takeover relives an unforgettable night from WWE’s hottest brand.   NoSo Takeover, NXT TakeOver Philadelphia 2018, Gargano vs Almas, Johnny Gargano vs Andrade Almas, Andrade Cien Almas NXT Championship, Adam Cole vs Aleister Black, Extreme Rules NXT, Undisputed Era NXT, Ember Moon vs Shayna Baszler, Velveteen Dream vs Kassius Ohno, NXT TakeOver review, WWE NXT podcast, wrestling podcast, WWE podcast, NXT Philadelphia review, TakeOver Philadelphia classic, Johnny Gargano NXT, Andrade Almas WWE, black and gold NXT, NXT history, JT Aaron Jenny podcast, WWE retrospective, wrestling review podcast, best NXT matches ever