NXT TakeOver: WarGames 2019 delivered one of the most unforgettable and brutal WarGames matches in history as Team Ciampa took on the dominant Undisputed ERA inside the unforgiving double steel cage structure. The main event was a spectacle of carnage, athleticism, and storytelling, showcasing why NXT remains one of the best brands in professional wrestling.
The Undisputed ERA, led by NXT Champion Adam Cole and featuring Roderick Strong, Kyle O’Reilly, and Bobby Fish, had established themselves as the top faction in NXT. Their opponents, Team Ciampa, were led by the relentless Tommaso Ciampa, who was joined by Keith Lee, Dominik Dijakovic, and a mystery fourth partner who was revealed in dramatic fashion.
The match followed the traditional WarGames format, with two competitors starting while others entered at intervals. The Undisputed ERA gained the numbers advantage, giving them a strategic edge early on. The battle inside the steel structure was intense, featuring high-impact moves, brutal weapons, and jaw-dropping moments that had the crowd on their feet.
Tommaso Ciampa’s leadership was evident as he fearlessly took the fight to the Undisputed ERA. Keith Lee’s unmatched power and agility provided some of the most exciting moments of the match, while Dijakovic’s strength and resilience helped balance the fight against the cunning tactics of the Undisputed ERA. But the biggest moment of the night came when the fourth member of Team Ciampa was revealed: Kevin Owens. The former NXT Champion received a thunderous ovation as he made his shocking return, immediately turning the tide in favor of Team Ciampa.
Chaos erupted as the teams clashed, utilizing steel chairs, tables, and the steel cage itself as weapons. One of the most unforgettable moments of the match came when Tommaso Ciampa delivered an insane Air Raid Crash from the top of the cage through a table, sending Adam Cole crashing to the mat below. The impact was devastating, leaving the crowd in stunned silence before erupting into chants of “Holy s***!”
In the end, Team Ciampa emerged victorious after a hard-fought battle, with Ciampa pinning Cole for the win. The victory was a major statement, proving that even the seemingly unstoppable Undisputed ERA could be conquered inside the unforgiving WarGames structure.
This match was an instant classic, combining storytelling, high-risk spots, and intense action to deliver a memorable main event that still stands as one of the best WarGames matches in WWE history.
