Every WWE NXT TakeOver: Dallas Wrestler - Where Are They Now?
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This episode of WhatCulture Wrestling revisits the 2016 WWE NXT TakeOver: Dallas, a landmark event that showcased some of the most iconic moments in NXT history. Host Andy takes a deep dive into the current status of each wrestler from that card, tracing their journeys from developmental stardom to their present-day careers. From The Revival’s triumphant transition to AEW as FTR, to Sami Zayn’s emotional rise to main event stardom through his feud with The Bloodline, the episode paints a vivid picture of how careers evolved—or stalled—over the past decade. Notable arcs include Shinsuke Nakamura’s underwhelming main roster run, Bayley and Asuka’s enduring legacy despite inconsistent main event usage, and Samoa Joe’s career resurgence in AEW after being cut by WWE. The episode closes with Finn Balor, the night’s hero, whose career has been marked by promise, injury, and faction drama, yet remains a respected veteran.
Finn Balor’s NXT title win at TakeOver: Dallas remains a defining moment in his career, though his main roster journey has been hampered by injuries and faction betrayals.
The Revival’s transformation into FTR in AEW has made them one of the most dominant tag teams in modern wrestling.
Sami Zayn’s evolution from midcard underdog to top-tier star via his Bloodline feud is one of WWE’s most compelling modern storylines.
Samoa Joe’s post-WWE career in AEW has been a redemption arc, proving his elite status beyond WWE’s confines.
Many NXT stars from 2016, including Bayley, Asuka, and Bobby Roode, have achieved legendary status in WWE but remain underutilized in main event roles.
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Introduction: The Legacy of TakeOver: Dallas
“It's been 10 whole years since that magic night in Dallas.”
The Revival: From NXT to FTR in AEW
The episode begins with The Revival’s NXT title defense and their eventual move to the main roster, followed by their successful transition to AEW as FTR, where they’ve become three-time AEW World Champions.
American Alpha: A Tale of Two Paths
Chad Gable and Jason Jordan’s emotional victory in Dallas is recalled, followed by their split, Gable’s luchador persona, and Jordan’s career-ending neck injury and transition to production.
Baron Corbin: From 'Sad Corbin' to MLW Champion
Corbin’s 2016 loss in Dallas leads to a rollercoaster of WWE roles, including Constable Corbin and Happy Corbin, before his release and current success in MLW as Bishop Dyer.
Austin Aries: A Fallen Star with a Controversial Legacy
“Ares embarked on a belt collector run that saw him dominate several companies across the globe.”
“The free PLE run of Zayn betraying the faction, fighting Roman in Canada, and teaming with Kevin Owens to defeat the Usos at Wrestlemania was simply out of this world.”
“When your most recent notable accomplishment is being a side character in somebody else's farewell storyline something is probably off.”
“It's been 10 whole years since that magic night in Dallas.”
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