8 Reasons NXT Takeover Was Better Than WWE SummerSlam

1. Bayley Vs. Sasha - A Classic

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If you haven't seen this match, go watch it, right now, go!

Forget best WWE women's match of the year, some have said best WWE match of the year, period. To set the stage, Bayley has had multiple attempts at the NXT Women's Title, each time coming up short. She finally got another chance and it's against someone who is the polar opposite of her: Sasha Banks. While Bayley hugs her way to the ring, Sasha gives looks of disgust.

Even before the match began "The Boss" was laughing at how Bayley wore the "Dusty Dots" in a tribute to Dusty Rhodes. The match itself was built at a fantastic pace where fans found themselves incredibly invested with the hopes of Bayley winning that elusive title. With the energy, passion, and some huge top rope spots - including Bayley almost landing on her head - this match could have easily been WrestleMania's main event.

Ultimately, SummerSlam couldn't come close to topping Sasha vs. Bayley and that's why it's the number one reason NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn won last weekend.

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