NXT TakeOver: Philadelphia - Every Match Ranked From Worst To Best

3. NXT Tag Titles: The Undisputed Era (C) Vs. The Authors Of Pain

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Result: O'Reilly rolls up Akam to retain the titles (14:50).

Rating: This was a great showing from both teams, especially when it came to selling and ensuring each other looked as credible as possible. The Authors of Pain continue to show improvement and this was certainly one of their better NXT matches to date.

It was a physical, energetic opener that didn't outstay its welcome and had the crowd buzzing throughout, even if the final sequence was disappointingly sloppy.

Still, this could mean an imminent main roster call-up for the Authors, which on the basis of their work here they're more than ready for. 7/10

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